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Hiking (Julie K. Lundgren)

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

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

awesome viewswildlifemoneyfresh air

Question 2: Why did early people hike?

for gathering foodfor huntingfor all of these reasonsto get from one place to another

Question 3: Where do you think hiking happens?

in the suburbsin the cityin the desertin the countryside

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

Hiking offers an easy way for people to get outside and get moving.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.

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

walkpeoplefunhiker

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

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

Quiz

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

waterlaptopfirst aid kitfood

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

watch and compasswatch and cameramap and compassmap and camera

Question 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 singleta dress shirta thick, heavy pullovera long-sleeved cotton shirt

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

sensible and well-planned for the seasonlight fabrics and small clothes like singlets and shortsheavy fabrics that cover up all skinwhatever they put on that morning

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

man-made, not naturala fake, not the real thingfound in naturea heavier type of something

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

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.how long a shoe will last.

Quiz

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

3 to 5 months5 to 7 months7 to 10 weeks5 to 7 weeks

Question 2: What will you find at a trailhead?

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

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

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.There is a treasure to be found at the end.

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

a diagrama photoa mapa drawing

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

hurthikequalityability

Question 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

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

cell phoneinsect repellentwhistlefirst aid kit

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

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

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

a beea tickan anta spider

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

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

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

smalldistracted or distant in attitudea controller for the TVfar away from people

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

Lentrepelreprepent

Quiz

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

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

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

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

Question 3: What is the author hoping for?

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

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

labels for the picturesintroductions to the chapterschapter headingsextra information and tips for hiking

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

rubbishlittergarbagedirt

Question 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 record of a person's experiences and thoughtsa newspaper or magazinea fictional story about a made-up character

Tag(s):Action Sports

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