Bài 5 Reading

1. Jenna and her mum decided to go cross-country skiing in Sweden because

• they wanted a change from mountain skiing holidays.

• they'd heard the sport would be easier than skiing down hills.

• they'd met a group of people who wanted to go, too.

• they found a place there that they were keen to visit.

2. After their arrival, what did they discover about where they were staying?

• It wasn't far from the border with another country.

• They could get great views of a spectacular natural event.

• It was at a point where they couldn't use technology.

• They weren't near local people or their homes.

3. How did Jenna feel about the long trips through the snow on skis?

• surprised she had to carry such a heavy bag

• pleased about the weight of the skis she was given

• glad that going uphill wasn't as hard as she'd thought

• worried the good weather they were having wouldn't last

4. Regarding their accommodation, Jenna says everyone

• A. had difficulties getting to sleep there.

• B. was unhappy at the quality of the food.

• C. had to help out with all the housework.

• D. was shocked to hear details of their journey there.

5. What would Jenna text to a friend about her trip?

• One reason we chose this trip was that we thought we'd be among loads of trees, which we love - but that hasn't happened so far.

• The people in our group were really friendly - but they were all Mum's age and older, really.

• I'm not used to getting out of bed so early to do things! But it was worth it, as the sunrise was wonderful.

• Mum and I have agreed that although the trip was great, we might attempt something less tiring on our next winter holiday.