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READING EXPLORER 1 UNIT 2A THE TRIP OF A LIFETIME

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Warm-up Questions

What does the phrase “a trip of a lifetime” mean to you?
If you could take one “trip of a lifetime,” where would you go and why?
What kinds of adventures do people dream about when they think of travel?

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READING EXPLORER 1 UNIT 2A THE TRIP OF A LIFETIME

The dream and the plan (00:00 – 01:00)

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1. What was Greg’s dream?

To climb the highest mountains in the world
To drive across Europe
To travel the Americas from top to bottom
To sail around the world

2. How did Greg get the idea for the trip?

After reading an online blog
After finishing a 1,600 km bike ride
After watching a TV show
After moving to Alaska

3. How did Greg and Brooks pay for the journey?

They worked and saved money for years
They got free bikes from a company
They won a contest
They borrowed money from family

READING EXPLORER 1 UNIT 2A THE TRIP OF A LIFETIME

On the road: places, distance, and finishing (01:00 – 01:39)

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1. Which place is given as an example of ancient ruins they explored?

Tikal in Guatemala
Chichen Itza in Mexico
The Colosseum in Rome
Machu Picchu

2. About how long and how far was the trip when Greg reached the end?

About 6 months and 3,050 km
About 12 years and 305,000 km
About 4 years and 16,000 km
About 2 years and over 30,500 km

3. What happened halfway through the trip?

Brooks had to stop and Greg continued without him
Greg stopped and returned home
Both friends stopped because of bad weather
They changed their goal and went to Europe

READING EXPLORER 1 UNIT 2A THE TRIP OF A LIFETIME

Lessons and advice from the journey (01:39 – 02:12)

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1. Where did they keep a record of their adventures?

On the radio
In a school notebook
In a newspaper
In an online blog

2. What does Greg say about baggage?

The less baggage you have, the less you’ll worry
You should pack as much as possible
The more baggage you have, the more confident you feel
Baggage is not important at all

3. Why does the speaker say it’s important to be polite?

Because it helps you learn languages faster
Because it guarantees free hotels
Because it makes cycling easier
Because nobody wants to fight, cheat, or rob a nice guy

READING EXPLORER 1 UNIT 2A THE TRIP OF A LIFETIME

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1. What is one main message of the video?

It’s better to travel alone than with friends
Traveling is only possible for professional athletes
Most travel adventures are too dangerous to try
Dreams can become real with planning and effort

2. Which advice from the video is most connected to dealing with unexpected problems?

Ride faster
Only visit modern cities
Travel light
Be flexible

3. What helped the travelers during their route in many places?

They avoided meeting other travelers
Local people opened their homes and gave them food
They traveled only at night
They always stayed in expensive hotels

Discussion Questions

Discuss the ideas from this video

READING EXPLORER 1 UNIT 2A THE TRIP OF A LIFETIME

Would you prefer a long bike trip like this or another kind of adventure? Why?
Which advice is most useful for you: travel light, be flexible, or be polite? Explain.
What challenges do you think travelers might face when cycling through deserts, rainforests, and mountains?
Do you like to plan trips carefully, or do you prefer to be flexible? Give an example.