UNIT 6A-AFTERLISTENING

What makes Erik Weihenmayer and Chad Jukes different from other climbers?

• They climb faster than anyone else.

• They have disabilities.

• They only climb snowy mountains.

• They climb without any training.

What is Erik Weihenmayer's disability?

• He is deaf.

• He has a prosthetic leg.

• He is blind.

• He has a hand injury.

What happened to Chad Jukes that caused him to lose his leg?

• An unrelated injury.

• A hiking injury.

• A climbing accident.

• An illness.

What do Erik and Chad do to prepare for their climbs?

• They climb without any preparation.

• They only watch videos of the mountains.

• They practice and gather information about the climb.

• They avoid difficult climbs.

Why do Erik and Chad enjoy climbing?

• To compete with others.

• To relax and avoid challenges.

• To face challenges and solve problems.

• To teach climbing classes.

How does Erik prepare mentally for climbs?

• He practices with a special tool.

• He climbs the mountain ahead of time.

• He uses a guidebook while climbing.

• He gathers information to "see" the climb in his mind.

What special equipment does Chad use for ice climbing?

• A helmet with a camera.

• A special prosthesis designed for ice.

• A rope made of steel.

• Ice-resistant gloves.

What is Chad's key message to others?

• Always avoid taking risks.

• Stay active and live a happy life.

• Only climb if you’re experienced.

• Overcome challenges by climbing.