Week 2: Outdoor Activities
Reading Worksheet for A2 Level (2nd Secondary)
PART A: Reading
Read about two popular outdoor activities.
Adventure Blog: Mountain Biking
Mountain biking is one of my favorite outdoor activities! Last weekend, I went mountain
biking with my friends in Forest Park. We started early in the morning because the weather
forecast said it would be hot in the afternoon.
You need some special equipment for mountain biking. First, you need a mountain bike
with good tires. A helmet is very important for safety. I also wear special gloves and
sunglasses. I always take a water bottle and some snacks in my backpack.
The best thing about mountain biking is exploring nature. We saw beautiful trees and even
some birds and rabbits. The trails have different difficulty levels. Beginners can take easy
trails that are quite flat. Advanced riders can try difficult trails with big rocks and steep
hills.
Mountain biking is good exercise. It helps build strong legs and improves your balance.
After three hours of biking, we were tired but happy!
Camping Under the Stars
Camping is a great way to disconnect from technology and enjoy nature. My family goes
camping twice a year, in spring and autumn. We avoid summer because it's too hot and
winter because it's too cold.
Before going camping, we make a list of things to take: a tent, sleeping bags, food, cooking
equipment, warm clothes, and a first aid kit. We also take a map of the camping area and
a compass.
Setting up the tent is always a team effort. My dad and I put up the poles while my mom
and sister secure the tent to the ground. When everything is ready, we collect wood to
make a campfire.
At night, we sit around the fire, tell stories, and roast marshmallows. The best part is
looking at the stars in the dark sky. There are no city lights, so you can see thousands of
stars!
PART B: Comprehension Questions
Answer the questions about the mountain biking text.
1. When did the writer go mountain biking? ______________________
2. Why did they start early in the morning? ______________________
3. Name three items of equipment mentioned for mountain biking:
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4. What animals did they see while biking? ______________________
Answer the questions about the camping text.
5. How often does the writer's family go camping? ______________________
6. In which seasons do they go camping? ______________________
7. What do they do around the campfire at night? ______________________
8. Why can they see more stars when camping? ______________________
PART C: Matching Activities and Equipment
Match each outdoor activity with the equipment needed.
1. Mountain biking a. Tent and sleeping bag
2. Camping b. Swimming costume and towel
3. Hiking c. Helmet and water bottle
4. Swimming d. Boots and backpack
5. Skiing e. Goggles and warm clothes
PART D: Seasons and Activities
Circle the best season(s) for each outdoor activity.
1. Swimming in the sea: Spring Summer Autumn Winter
2. Skiing: Spring Summer Autumn Winter
3. Mountain biking: Spring Summer Autumn Winter
4. Hiking: Spring Summer Autumn Winter
5. Ice skating: Spring Summer Autumn Winter
PART E: Vocabulary
Find words in the texts that mean:
1. A prediction about the weather: ______________________
2. Not difficult: ______________________
3. Not flat, with a strong incline: ______________________
4. To stop using something: ______________________
5. A small container for carrying water: ______________________
Homework: Your Favorite Outdoor Activity
Read about more outdoor activities and complete the chart about your preferences.
