[Listening Easy] Camping under the Stars

Pre-Listening Exercise

What camping gear would you take to the mountains to make it a pleasurable experience (e.g., tent, cooking stove, etc.)? What problems could occur and what precautions would you take to prevent them?

Idioms

no spring chicken” = no longer young
I don’t think he’ll be able to hike to the summit because he’s no spring chicken.

play it safe” = be careful and not take chances
My knee still hurts, so I’m going to play it safe and not go jogging today.

Script (only click after finishing the exercise below)

 

 

Listening Exercise

A. Listen to the recording and answer the questions.