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What does the speaker love about skiing?
What does the speaker love about skiing?
- The beautiful views from the top of a mountain
- The expense of the activity
- The feeling of flying down a mountain (correct)
- The danger of falling
What does the speaker mention about the views while skiing?
What does the speaker mention about the views while skiing?
- They are unremarkable
- They are beautiful from the top of a mountain (correct)
- They are not enjoyable
- They are only visible from the trails
What does the speaker say about the danger of skiing?
What does the speaker say about the danger of skiing?
- It is not a concern for the speaker
- It is the most enjoyable part of skiing
- It makes the speaker hesitant to ski
- It can't keep the speaker away from the slopes (correct)
. I usually go skiing every weekend in the winter even though it is expensive. I love the feeling of flying down a mountain. The views are beautiful from the top of a mountain and along the trails. Even the danger of falling and getting hurt can’t keep me away from the slopes on a winter day.
a) Skiing is expensive.
b) Skiing is my favorite sport.
c) Skiing is dangerous.
. I usually go skiing every weekend in the winter even though it is expensive. I love the feeling of flying down a mountain. The views are beautiful from the top of a mountain and along the trails. Even the danger of falling and getting hurt can’t keep me away from the slopes on a winter day. a) Skiing is expensive. b) Skiing is my favorite sport. c) Skiing is dangerous.
CHOOSING TOPIC SENTENCES Choose the best topic sentence for each group of supporting sentences. Write it on the line provided. (b) _________.
CHOOSING TOPIC SENTENCES Choose the best topic sentence for each group of supporting sentences. Write it on the line provided. (b) _________.
North Americans send cards for many occasions. They send cards to family and friends on birthdays and holidays. They also send thank-you cards, get well cards, graduation cards, and congratulation cards. It is very common to buy cards in stores and send them through the mail, but turning on the computer and sending cards over the Internet is also popular. ______ Birthday cards are th.
North Americans send cards for many occasions. They send cards to family and friends on birthdays and holidays. They also send thank-you cards, get well cards, graduation cards, and congratulation cards. It is very common to buy cards in stores and send them through the mail, but turning on the computer and sending cards over the Internet is also popular. ______ Birthday cards are th.
Study Notes
Skiing
- Skiing is a popular winter sport that involves flying down a mountain, providing amazing views from the top and along trails.
- Despite being expensive, skiing is a favorite sport for many, who enjoy the thrill despite the risks of falling and getting hurt.
- The cost of skiing does not deter enthusiasts from hitting the slopes every weekend during winter.
Sending Cards in North America
- North Americans have a strong tradition of sending cards for various occasions, including birthdays, holidays, and special events.
- The occasions for sending cards include birthdays, holidays, graduations, congratulations, and get well wishes.
- Cards are commonly bought from stores and mailed, but it's also popular to send them electronically over the internet.
- Sending cards is a popular tradition in North America, with birthday cards being among the most commonly sent.
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Find out how much you know about skiing with this quiz! Test your knowledge on the cost, thrill, and risks associated with this popular winter sport.