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What does a cycle helmet do?

Why do some people decide not to wear a helmet when they cycle?

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Quick-Fire Questions

  1. Describe the positives of cycling in general.
  2. How can you encourage more people to cycle?
  3. Should it be law to wear a cycle helmet, and why?
  4. Is it better that less people cycle but with helmets, or more people cycle but without helmets, and why?

Key Words -
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Cycling: the sport of riding a bicycle on roads, tracks or country terrain.

Helmet: a hard padded hat worn for protecting the head during work, sports or other activities, for example when cycling.

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People should not be put off cycling, as its such a great hobbie and a responsiblity way of getting around. but safty had to be the most important thing.

Stretch Yourself...

Write a synopsis for a book about someone who is in a bike accident. What happens?

Go Create...

Draw or model a design for a new, fashionable cycling helmet.

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