Practice English Reading Exercises for B1 – Mountain, Nature & Adventure 5

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Reading 1

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find nature weekends.

There are descriptions of eight nature weekends.

Decide which nature weekend would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   David wants to find wild mushrooms and needs a professional plant scientist to help him identify them safely. He loves being in the kitchen and wants to prepare his own dinner using his collected ingredients.

2   Maya wants to learn about wild berries and herbs from a university-trained plant expert. She wants a relaxing evening, so she expects the holiday staff to take her ingredients and cook the meals for her.

3   The Smith family wants to look for wild mushrooms independently, without anyone leading them. After a long day of walking, they want a professional chef to turn their gathered food into a hot meal.

4   Lucas wishes to explore nature to collect wild plants and leaves entirely on his own. He really enjoys preparing food and needs access to cooking equipment so he can make his own lunch with his collection.

5   Chloe wants to join a trip led by a knowledgeable plant scientist to discover edible wild flowers and roots. She loves making her own meals and needs a kitchen area to transform her harvest into dinner.

Nature Weekends

A Fungi Forest Retreat

Join our wonderful weekend in the woods! A qualified university plant scientist will teach you exactly which woodland fungi are safe to eat. After filling your basket, head back to our fantastic guest kitchens. There, you can use our modern equipment to fry or bake your delicious forest discoveries yourself.

B Green Leaf Getaway

Spend your days discovering sweet forest fruits and green herbs. An experienced plant specialist will lead your group, explaining the secrets of nature. When you return, just sit back and relax. Our talented restaurant team will take your fresh ingredients and serve you a wonderful, ready-made feast in the dining room.

C Hidden Cap Holidays

If you prefer wandering alone, we provide detailed maps showing the best secret spots for finding woodland fungi. You won’t need to follow a leader here. After your independent walk, simply hand your basket to our brilliant hotel chefs, who will transform your harvest into a spectacular hot dinner for you.

D Wild Valley Walks

Grab our printed trails and explore the valley at your own speed, completely unguided, searching for edible leaves, roots, and green wild vegetables. When you are hungry, you have full access to our outdoor cooking stations. It is the perfect setup for guests who love preparing their own healthy nature dishes.

E Meadow Botanics

Discover the magic of wild roots and edible blossoms on tours run by our resident plant expert. You will learn fascinating facts about local wildlife. Later, you are completely in charge of your dinner! We offer fully equipped self-catering spaces where you can wash, chop, and heat your gathered treasures.

F Toadstool Tracks

This adventure is for those who love tracking down edible fungi in the wild. We don’t use group leaders, so you can enjoy walking through the trees using just our helpful signs. In the evening, fire up the guest stoves to prepare and eat the wonderful ingredients you gathered earlier.

G Forest Flavors

Collect amazing wild herbs and delicious forest berries as you wander freely through our private woods. We leave you to explore completely on your own. Once you return to the hotel, our kitchen staff will happily take your fresh items and magically turn them into a beautiful, professionally served supper.

H Autumn Harvest Trips

Walk through the beautiful autumn leaves while our top plant scientist helps you safely identify the best wild fungi hidden in the dirt. You won’t have to lift a finger in the kitchen later. Just hand over your basket, and our talented cooks will prepare a marvelous evening meal for everyone.

Reading 2

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a stargazing mountain trip.

There are descriptions of eight astronomy tours.

Decide which astronomy tour would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   David wants to travel to an official zone with zero light pollution to see the clearest stars. He doesn’t own any equipment, so he needs to use professional viewing instruments provided by the guides. He also wants warm beverages served after midnight.

2   The Miller family wants to learn how to identify constellations using only their eyes, so they don’t want to use any complex instruments. They need a location completely free from city lights. They also want a hot breakfast served early the next morning.

3   Anna is an experienced astronomer who brings her own heavy equipment. She needs a location high in the mountains far away from any street lamps. She also wants to be served warm tea and coffee throughout the night to stay awake.

4   Tom is looking for a cheap, short evening trip. He wants to look through massive, high-powered instruments at a mountain observatory. He doesn’t mind if there is some light from nearby towns, and he hates hot drinks, preferring cold juice.

5   Maria wants to take amazing photos of the moon through powerful lenses provided by the tour. She is sensitive to cold, so she really needs hot chocolate and tea available late at night. She doesn’t want to travel far, so a location near the city is fine.

Astronomy Tours

A Deep Sky Explorers

Escape the city completely and join us in a certified pure darkness zone! Our expert astronomers will show you galaxies using our massive, high-tech lenses. As the temperature drops, our team will keep you warm by handing out steaming cups of cocoa and tea long after the clock strikes twelve.

B Summit Starwatch

If you own professional lenses, this is the perfect trip for you, as we do not provide any viewing gear. We transport you to an incredibly remote, pitch-black mountain peak far from civilization. To help you stay awake and comfortable, our guides pour endless cups of steaming coffee and tea all night long.

C City Edge Astronomy

You don’t need to travel hours to see the universe! Just a short drive from town, our guides will set up huge, powerful viewing devices for everyone to look through. Because it gets chilly standing still, we serve delicious hot tea and coffee right up until the early hours of the morning.

D The Naked Eye Experience

Leave the heavy gear behind! Our guides teach you how to map the sky without looking through any lenses. We travel deep into a protected region where no artificial lights can reach. After sleeping in our warm mountain huts, wake up to a fantastic, freshly cooked hot meal as the sun rises.

E Twilight Mountain Tour

This is a fantastic, low-cost evening out for beginners. We visit a local science centre where you can peer through their giant, permanent viewing devices. The sky isn’t perfectly black due to the nearby town, but the views are still great. We only serve cold water and fruit juices during this short trip.

F Midnight Peak Observatory

Join our experts for a fantastic night of learning. We supply excellent, high-powered viewing devices so you don’t have to carry your own. The location is totally free from artificial glow, ensuring perfect views. Please note that we do not serve any food or beverages, so bring your own thermos!

G Galaxy Quest Tours

Travel with us to an incredibly remote location where the sky is completely black. It is perfect for photographers who want to capture the Milky Way. We provide all the necessary viewing tools, but unfortunately, our midnight catering service is currently closed, so we cannot offer any warm beverages during the night.

H Starry Nights Retreat

This trip is brilliant for those who want a comfortable experience. We offer incredible views through our top-quality lenses. We serve fantastic warm cocoa throughout the night. However, because our base is located quite close to a large town, the sky never gets completely dark, making it harder to see faint stars.

Reading 3

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a zip-lining forest adventure.

There are descriptions of eight forest parks.

Decide which forest park would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   Emma and her husband Tom are looking for a park with the longest rides in the country for a thrilling weekday trip. They are traveling with their short nine-year-old son, so they must check if there are minimum height requirements.

2   David wants a low-cost forest adventure where he can buy lunch at a restaurant on-site. As he is quite nervous about flying through trees, he requires a detailed practice lesson on using the equipment safely before starting.

3   The Green family want an active weekend trip that includes other forest sports like tree climbing alongside zip-lining. They are arriving by train, so the park must be close to a station, and they want free digital photos of their day.

4   Sophia is organizing a birthday celebration for twelve classmates and needs special group ticket rates. They love high-speed, scary adventures and want to book an evening session so they can experience flying through the forest paths in the dark.

5   Alex is a solo traveler driving his own car, so he needs an adventure park with parking nearby. Because he has never tried this sport before, he wants to watch a professional instructional video about safe riding before he begins.

Forest Parks

A Tree Top Giants

Come and ride the greatest distance of cable anywhere in the region! Our spectacular park is open Monday to Friday only, offering quiet forest paths. Please note that for your safety, all visitors must be over 1 meter 30 centimeters tall to join the rides. Perfect for an exciting family day out.

B Eco Valley Trails

We offer inexpensive entry fees for budget travelers looking for adventure. Before heading into the canopy, everyone must complete a full demonstration by guides on how to use the ropes safely. Afterwards, visit our excellent cafe serving hot meals and local snacks. Perfect for anyone wanting a relaxed, wallet-friendly experience.

C Canopy Kingdom

Getting here is simple as we are located right next to the forest railway station. We offer excellent zip lines plus additional activities, including high rock-climbing walls. Our professional team records your journey, providing complimentary digital videos and pictures sent directly to your email as a perfect reminder of your weekend.

D Adrenaline Woods

Test your courage on the fastest, most terrifying rides in the country! We offer fantastic discounts for parties of ten or more people. Try our popular night-time bookings available under the stars, allowing you to race through the dark treetops. It is a brilliant option for large celebrations or parties.

E Wildwood Flight

This beautiful nature park is ideal for individual explorers wanting to experience the trees alone. Drivers can enjoy our large space to leave vehicles right outside the main gate. To ensure everyone’s safety, your experience begins with a short instructional film detailing key rules and how to fit your equipment correctly.

F High Flyer Forest

We feature some of the fastest and scariest cables in the world, guaranteed to make you scream! We love hosting birthday parties and offer excellent discounts for big school groups. Please note that we close strictly at 4 p.m. daily, so all adventures take place during the bright morning and early afternoon hours.

G Green Leaf Canopy

Our budget-friendly adventure center is famous for its low prices and beautiful scenery. After your trip, you can buy delicious sandwiches and hot drinks at our garden restaurant. To save time, we do not provide any lessons or instruction before you start, so you must already know how to manage the equipment independently.

H Sky Line Park

We boast the longest cables in the country, stretching across miles of deep forest valley. We are open Saturdays and Sundays only during the summer season. Our courses are highly advanced, so children must be taller than 1 meter 50 centimeters to enter. We provide all safety equipment free of charge upon arrival.

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