READING

1. Read the article below and look at the photo. Would

you like to ride a bike there? Why (not)?
No, I wouldn't, because in 1995 it was officially declared the most
dangerous road in the world and it scares me.
2. Read the article again. Then cover the text and answer the questions in
pairs.

 Where is the North Yungas Road?

It goes from La Paz to Coroico in the Yungas region of Bolivia.
 Why is it called "Death Road"?
Because of the number of accidents, and in 1995 it was
officially declared the most dangerous road in the world.
 How wide is the road?
The road is only about ten feet wide.
 Why is it popular with bike riders?
Because they want to take the most exciting ride of their lives.
 When is the most dangerous time of year to go?
During the rainy season, from December to March.
 Why is the road similar to London Bridge and the Sydney Opera
House?
Because they are popular places that you must visit after
finishing the trip.
 Why didn't Marte enjoy riding a bike on the Yungas Road?
Because he had no experience with mountain biking.

3. In pairs, guess the meaning of the highlighted words.

STUDENT: Acarapi Champi, Estefani

 Fewer : Menos
Below : Abajo
Above : Encima
Nearly : Casi
Narrow : Estrecho
Rainy : Lluvioso
Fun : Divertido
Experienced: Experimentado
Highest : Mas alto
Wide : Amplio
Feet : Pies

4. Is riding a bike popular in your country/ region? Is there an area that is

very popular with bike riders? Why?
Yes, riding a bike is popular in my country.
Yes, there is, because there are known places in Puno that have
beautiful views of nature.

STUDENT: Acarapi Champi, Estefani