Morning Starters: Spring 2 - Antarctica
Did You Know?
Male emperor penguins must endure the coldest, darkest, and windiest conditions faced by any creature on Earth. They incubate their eggs through the brutal Antarctic winter, where temperatures can drop as low as -60°C. Huddling together for warmth, they must go without food for up to four months. These remarkable birds showcase unparalleled endurance and dedication to ensure the survival of their offspring.
Credit: BBC One - Earth's Seasonal secrets
Word Challenge
You’ll notice that many superlative adjectives end with the suffix ‘-est.’
Example: coldest, darkest, windiest
List 3 more superlative adjectives that could be used to describe Antarctica.
Grammar Challenge
Copy and complete the sentence below with 3 verbs.
The Emperor penguins were huddled together on the ice: ____ , ____ , ____ .
Number Challenge
What are the next 3 temperatures in the following number sequence?
-60°C, -47°C, -34°C, -21°C, ______ , ______ , _______
Critical Thinking
What is the most extreme thing that you have done in your lifetime?