London's toxic school runs: how polluted is the air children breathe?

What is the estimated number of early deaths in the UK due to long-term exposure to air pollution each year?

• 20,000

• 15,000

• 9,500

• 5,000

Which pollutants were measured during the family's walk to school?

• Carbon monoxide and sulfur dioxide

• PM 2.5 and nitrogen dioxide

• Ozone and lead

• Methane and ammonia

Why are children particularly vulnerable to air pollution?

• Their lungs are still developing

• They are more active

• They spend more time outdoors

• They have a higher metabolic rate

What is one of the challenges in advising parents about air pollution?

• Lack of scientific data

• Difficulty in measuring pollution levels

• Complexity of public health measures

• Uncertainty about the most toxic pollutants

What measure has Simona's school taken to reduce pollution exposure?

• Planting trees around the school

• Installing air purifiers in classrooms

• Closing roads during drop-off and pick-up times

• Providing free public transport for students

What initiative did the Mayor of London introduce to tackle vehicle emissions?

• Public Transport Expansion

• Ultra Low Emission Zone

• Green Vehicle Initiative

• Congestion Charge Zone

What financial support was promised to Simona's school to help filter dirty air?

• £25,000

• £20,000

• £15,000

• £10,000