Task 4-ESL Lab: life stories

 A Bear-y Scary Camping Trip

Discussion Questions

Easy (Recall and Comprehend):

1. What is the story about? Scary camping trip.

2. Where did the friends go camping? They decided to go camping in the Utah mountains.

3.  What did the friends hear while they were roasting marshmallows? They hearrd rustling in the bushes.

Intermediate (Analyze and Interpret):

1. How did the friends react when they saw the moose? They quickly scrambled to their tents to play it safe.

2. What happened when the friends stumbled upon the grizzly bear? They ran as fast as they could.

3. What did Lisa suggest they do when they were trapped by the bear? Lisa suggested the wacky idea of jumping off the cliff into the pool below.

Advanced (Analyze and Interpret):

1. How can we balance our desire to explore the wilderness and experience nature with the need to protect and respect the habitats of wild animals? In a way that does not disturb the habitat of wild animals and educate yourself about the local flora and fauna, as well as any regulations or guidelines specific to the area. Understand the needs and behaviors of the wildlife in that ecosystem.

2. The characters in this story faced dangerous situations but ultimately found humor in their experience. How can humor and positivity help us cope with difficult situations? Humor can be a distraction that provide a temporary mental escape from the seriousness of a situation, allowing individuals to briefly shift their focus away from their problems.

3. In what ways can the lessons learned from this camping trip be applied to other areas of life, such as in the workplace or personal relationships? In the outdoors, unexpected challenges can arise, such as bad weather, getting lost or even encountering wild animals. Learning to adapt and find solutions on camping trips can improve a person's ability to handle problems at work and in personal life.

4. How does our exposure to nature and the outdoors affect our mental and emotional well-being? Interacting with nature, whether through activities like hiking, gardening, or simply enjoying a park, can lead to increased feelings of happiness and well-being.

5. What role do cultural attitudes and values play in shaping our relationship with nature, and how can we promote more sustainable and respectful attitudes towards the environment? Raise awareness about the importance of environmental conservation through schools, media, and community programs.