Practice English Reading Exercises for B1 – Mountain, Nature & Adventure 2

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Reading 1

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a national park campsite.

There are descriptions of eight nature camping locations.

Decide which campsite would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   The Miller family are travelling with young children and want to pitch their tent immediately after leaving the highway. They love sitting around burning logs at night, and they require strong metal boxes to protect their snacks from hungry bears.

2   Julian is a solo hiker looking for a peaceful spot miles away from any traffic. He prefers locations where burning wood is forbidden to protect the forest, and he needs clear instructions from staff on staying safe around poisonous snakes.

3   Sarah and Tom want to park their car and walk just a few minutes to their tent. They are terrified of large, dangerous animals, so they need an area free of them. They also really want to cook over an open flame.

4   Leo’s photography group wants to camp deep in the wilderness, far from noisy vehicles. They want to sit around a traditional campfire in the evening, and they specifically want information on safely observing and photographing wild deer near their tents.

5   Maya travels in a large motorhome and needs a place directly beside the main route. She dislikes breathing in smoke, so she wants a strictly fire-free zone. She also requires strong fences around the site to keep all wild creatures out.

National Park Campsites

A Pine Tree Base

This highly convenient spot is situated directly beside the national park’s busy entrance route, so absolutely no walking is required. Visitors are welcome to ignite dry wood in the provided stone rings. To prevent large, hungry mammals from stealing your meals, heavy-duty steel storage containers are included at every pitch.

B Whispering Winds Camp

You will need to trek for several hours away from the noisy transport routes to reach this totally isolated destination. To prevent summer emergencies, lighting any type of flame is completely illegal. Upon arrival, rangers will provide essential education on avoiding the venomous reptiles that hide in the long grass.

C Sunny Meadow Pitch

Just a brief, two-minute stroll from the visitor car park, this gentle valley is incredibly convenient. You won’t find any huge predators here, making it wonderfully relaxing for nervous guests. As the sun goes down, everyone is encouraged to roast their dinner over the glowing coals of a real hearth.

D Hidden Valley Retreat

Getting here involves a long, challenging hike completely out of sight of any transport routes. At night, guests love gathering around the warm, crackling flames to share stories. During the day, our expert guides offer detailed advice on getting close enough to take pictures of the beautiful grazing horned animals.

E Highway Rest Stop

Located right on the edge of the asphalt, this area is perfect for those driving large vehicles. For the comfort of all our guests, creating any kind of smoky blaze is strictly against the rules. Furthermore, tall, secure barriers completely surround the area, guaranteeing zero encounters with forest animals.

F Bear Mountain Base

This exciting destination requires a four-hour hike from the nearest street, offering true isolation. We supply tough metal lockers to ensure your groceries remain completely secure from the native brown bears. Once you have set up your tent, you can easily light a roaring blaze to keep yourselves warm.

G River Bend Camp

This fantastic spot is reached by taking a very quick, five-minute walk from the main transport area. You are absolutely allowed to cook your delicious sausages over burning branches here. However, guests must be extremely careful, as massive grizzly bears frequently walk through the area looking for things to eat.

H Safe Haven Site

Built specifically for motorhomes, this location is right next to the busy highway. The entire property is safely enclosed by massive wire walls, ensuring absolutely no wild creatures can bother you during the night. Best of all, every group is encouraged to ignite a massive blaze in our brick fireplaces!

Reading 2

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find biking trips.

There are descriptions of eight mountain biking holidays.

Decide which mountain biking holiday would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   Tom is an experienced rider looking for challenging, steep routes down the mountain. He hates riding uphill, so he needs a lift to carry him and his bike to the top. He also wants to learn how to fix his equipment at a workshop.

2   Sarah hasn’t cycled for years and wants safe, flat paths to practice on safely. She is traveling without her equipment, so she must rent a bicycle there. She’d also love to join daily group rides led by an expert to explore the area.

3   The Jackson family wants a relaxing trip with a transport system to take their bicycles up the peaks. They are looking for simple, gentle routes down. The father also wants to attend a practical session to learn how to mend broken chains and tires.

4   Liam loves riding fast down difficult, high-level mountain tracks. He wants to go out with a local guide who knows the most exciting routes. He also needs a place with professional tools where he can service and repair his own mountain bike.

5   Chloe is an advanced cyclist looking for dangerous, vertical paths to ride down. She refuses to cycle up the hills, so she requires transport to the summit. She doesn’t own a mountain bike, so she needs a shop to hire one upon arrival.

Mountain Biking Holidays

A Peak Rush

Get your heart beating on our extreme vertical tracks! You won’t waste any energy climbing; our mountain railway takes you and your cycle straight to the highest peaks. Afterwards, join our expert mechanics in the garage for daily practical lessons on maintaining and repairing your cycling equipment perfectly before your next ride.

B Valley Cruisers

Enjoy a relaxing holiday riding along our smooth, level valley routes, completely away from traffic. There is no need to bring heavy gear; our excellent hire center provides top-quality cycles and helmets for all guests. Every morning, you can follow our friendly local leaders on organized journeys through the beautiful forests.

C Highland Leisure

Take the hard work out of your holiday by using our large cable car, which transports everyone and their bikes to the top. From there, enjoy unchallenging, low-speed paths descending through the trees. We also offer fantastic garage sessions where guests can learn basic maintenance and how to fix their own wheels.

D Gravity Drop

Are you looking for a real challenge? Join our experts who will lead you down the most difficult and sharpest drops in the region. After an exciting day on the trails, head into our fully equipped mechanic station, where you can use professional equipment to mend your own bicycle.

E Summit Speed

This is the ultimate destination for fast, challenging downward routes! Forget about riding uphill, as our large cabins will lift you and your gear to the starting point in minutes. We also have a fantastic on-site store where visitors can borrow the latest high-performance mountain bicycles for their stay.

F Adrenaline Mountain

Experience the thrill of our incredibly steep and demanding drops. Our modern ski-lift system easily carries passengers and their bicycles right to the top of the mountain. Please note that visitors must bring their own bicycles and tools, as there are no mechanics or hire shops available in the village.

G Pine Forest Trails

This is a wonderful spot for beginners, offering gentle, flat routes around the beautiful lake. Guests love our afternoon mechanic classes, where you can practice fixing gears and chains. However, be prepared to use your own leg power, as there are no mountain trains or transport systems available here.

H Rocky Path Adventures

Our knowledgeable staff will guide you through the area’s most exciting, sharp descents, ensuring a thrilling experience for advanced riders. We have a great shop to hire protective clothing. If your bicycle breaks, however, you will need to travel to the next town, as we lack a maintenance garage.

Reading 3

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a rock climbing adventure weekend.

There are descriptions of eight climbing trips.

Decide which climbing trip would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   Tom and his young son are beginners. They want to try climbing both inside a building and outside in nature. They don’t have their own equipment, so they need safety harnesses included, and they don’t want to climb very high.

2   Sarah is an experienced climber looking for a massive challenge. She loves climbing at extreme heights. She prefers climbing exclusively on natural rock outdoors, and she always brings her own safety equipment, so she doesn’t need to borrow any.

3   Leo wants a weekend trip where he can experience extreme heights, but he prefers staying inside so the weather doesn’t ruin his plans. He needs safety harnesses included in the price because he doesn’t own any.

4   Maria and her friends are planning a trip. They want to mix it up by climbing both outside in the mountains and on indoor walls. They enjoy the thrill of extreme heights. They all own professional safety gear and prefer using it.

5   David wants to spend his entire weekend out in the fresh air, climbing real mountains. He is nervous about falling, so he wants to avoid extreme heights. He is on a budget and needs safety harnesses included.

Rock Climbing Trips

A Boulder Valley

This centre offers a great mix of covered climbing rooms and real cliff faces in the sun. If you lack ropes or protective belts, our staff will hand them to you at no extra cost. All our climbing routes are close to the ground, ensuring a safe, stress-free experience.

B Eagle Peak Trips

Join us in the wild for a weekend completely surrounded by nature. You will face terrifying drops and scale the tallest cliffs in the region. We do not supply any ropes or personal protective straps, so participants must arrive with all their own professional climbing tools for the weekend.

C The Vertical Dome

Don’t let rain stop your fun! Our massive covered climbing centre features some of the tallest artificial structures in the country, perfect for those who love huge drops. You won’t need to buy anything, as the price covers the rental of all your essential protective ropes and body belts.

D Summit Chasers

Experience the best of both worlds with access to our modern climbing hall and the surrounding natural mountains. Get ready for dizzying drops and massive vertical challenges! Please note that we do not rent out any personal protective belts, so you must carry your own trusted equipment with you.

E Green Forest Crags

Breathe in the fresh mountain air all weekend as you explore our beautiful natural rock faces. Our routes stay close to the earth, making them ideal for anyone afraid of dizzying drops. We also hand out all the necessary protective body belts and ropes to keep you safe while climbing.

F Sky High Adventures

Enjoy a fantastic weekend scaling our giant artificial walls and natural rock faces outside. The drops are absolutely terrifying, making it a thrilling adventure! Best of all, we provide everyone with free protective body straps and helmets, so you don’t need to worry about bringing your own expensive safety tools.

G Safe Ascent Centre

Stay completely dry in our excellent covered facility. We focus on building confidence, so none of our artificial walls go very far off the ground. There are no terrifying drops here! Your entry ticket includes the free use of our top-quality protective body straps, ropes, and comfortable climbing shoes.

H Wild Rock Weekend

Spend your days out in the sunshine tackling real cliffs. You will experience massive vertical drops that will test your bravery to the limit! You won’t have to carry heavy bags on the train, because we will supply all the necessary protective body belts and climbing ropes for you.

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