2.1. Roald Dahl's Diary and Personal Experience

Try these first

1. 1.

   What mode of transport is statistically safer: air or road?

   Hint

   Think about the accident rates for both modes.

2. 2.

   Give one example of a public fear regarding transportation.

   Hint

   Consider common phrases people use about flying.

3. 3.

   Which mode of travel is statistically safer?

   • Air
   • Road
   • Both are the same

   Hint

   Refer to the statistics on transportation safety.

4. 4.

   True or False: Roald Dahl felt riding his tricycle to school was risky.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about how he viewed his experiences.

5. 5.

   Design a public awareness campaign to educate people about the real risks associated with air versus road travel. Include statistics and strategies to address common misconceptions.

   Hint

   Consider targeting emotional fears while pairing them with factual data.

6. 6.

   Evaluate a real-world case where public opinion quickly shifted due to media coverage. Discuss the implications of that shift concerning risk perception.

   Hint

   Look at the timeline of media coverage and public responses.