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Hiking (Julie K. Lundgren)

Put on your boots and explore the trails in Hiking (Julie K. Lundgren). This beautiful book teaches children how to walk safely in nature. You will learn what to pack in your backpack and what animals you might see. The simple sentences make it a great choice for young English learners. Reading this book will make you want to go on a nature walk!

Lexile: 980L

Quiz

Câu 1: Which of these is *not* a reward you can get from hiking?

fresh airwildlifeawesome viewsmoney

Câu 2: Why did early people hike?

for gathering foodto get from one place to anotherfor huntingfor all of these reasons

Câu 3: Where do you think hiking happens?

in the desertin the countrysidein the suburbsin the city

Câu 4: Which of these sentences about hiking is an opinion?

Hiking is healthy and enjoyable.Simple walks can lead hikers through amazing natural areas.People have always hiked, though early people hiked out of need, not for fun.Hiking offers an easy way for people to get outside and get moving.

Câu 5: Which word in the text is being used to mean the same as "hike"?

funhikerpeoplewalk

Câu 6: "Early people hiked out of need". What does _out of need_ mean?

They hiked more than they needed to.They had to hike in order to survive.They didn't have to hike but they did it anyway.They had to hike because it was so much fun.

Quiz

Câu 1: Which item should *not* go in a hiking backpack?

waterfirst aid kitlaptopfood

Câu 2: Which two items help a hiker find their way?

map and camerawatch and cameramap and compasswatch and compass

Câu 3: Shoes and long pants are mentioned here, but not a top. What sort of top do you think would be ideal for hiking in?

a thick, heavy pullovera long-sleeved cotton shirta dress shirta singlet

Câu 4: Which words best describe a good hiker's outfit?

light fabrics and small clothes like singlets and shortsheavy fabrics that cover up all skinwhatever they put on that morningsensible and well-planned for the season

Câu 5: "Choose clothing made from synthetics or wool." What does _synthetic_ mean?

found in naturea fake, not the real thingman-made, not naturala heavier type of something

Câu 6: "Wear sturdy hiking boots that have excellent traction."_ Traction_ is

how long a shoe will last.having a cushioned sole so that the shoe is comfortable.looking good even when dirty.the grip on the sole that keeps a shoe from slipping.

Quiz

Câu 1: How long does it take most people to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail?

3 to 5 months7 to 10 weeks5 to 7 weeks5 to 7 months

Câu 2: What will you find at a trailhead?

maps and golf carts to ride ona restroom with hammocks for resting ina parking lot and a big luxury hotela parking lot, a restroom and maps

Câu 3: Why might people think geocaching is more fun than just hiking a trail?

There is a treasure to be found at the end.Following clues with a map and compass is more of a challenge than following a trail.There is a goal to the hiking, not just walking along enjoying nature.All of these reasons are true.

Câu 4: What sort of image is on the bottom left of page 12?

a photoa diagrama drawinga map

Câu 5: Which word from the text is most similar in meaning to "injured"?

hikeabilityhurtquality

Câu 6: "Thru-hikes take lots of planning and time, but finishers are rewarded with a great sense of accomplishment". What is a _sense of accomplishment_?

A feeling that you have completed something challenging and are proud of yourself.A feeling that you have not completed a challenge you set yourself.A feeling that you have finished something and are sad it is over.A feeling that you have completed something easy and are looking for more challenges.

Quiz

Câu 1: Which of these items would be the least useful on a hike?

whistleinsect repellentfirst aid kitcell phone

Câu 2: Which of these sentences is not about tick safety?

Tuck pants into socks.Smart hikers stay on the trail.Check for them during and after the hike.Commonly used items include tweezers.

Câu 3: After reading the text, what sort of bug do you think is shown on page 19?

a ticka spideran anta bee

Câu 4: Why are the words at the top of page 18 green and all capitals?

They are the introduction.They are the chapter title.They are the caption for the picture.It is a mistake.

Câu 5: "If you are in a very remote area, your cell phone will probably not get a signal." What does _remote_ mean here?

smalla controller for the TVfar away from peopledistracted or distant in attitude

Câu 6: Which base word does a "repellent" come from?

Lentrepelreprepent

Quiz

Câu 1: How can you be a "respectful hiker"?

Do all of these things.Stay on the trail.Pick up any trash.Follow park or trail rules.

Câu 2: Why should you "strap on a pack and hit the trails"?

"Writing down your experiences remains one of the best ways to remember what made your hike special.""Explore and touch, never destroy or collect.""Hiking leads to new friends, good health, and appreciation for the natural world.""The best hikers leave the trails the same or better than they found them."

Câu 3: What is the author hoping for?

More people hiking means more people getting bitten by ticks.More people hiking means more people caring for the earth.Less people hiking means less rubbish on the trails.Less people hiking so that the trails don't get destroyed.

Câu 4: What are the round yellow circles with words in them throughout this book?

chapter headingsextra information and tips for hikingintroductions to the chapterslabels for the pictures

Câu 5: Which word here does *not* mean the same as "trash"?

rubbishgarbagelitterdirt

Câu 6: "Take pictures and write a journal to share and remember your adventure." What is a _journal_ here?

an essay describing a place in great detaila fictional story about a made-up charactera newspaper or magazinea record of a person's experiences and thoughts