Hilaree Nelson: An inspiration for women mountaineers
This is a list of key vocabulary and expressions from the article in order of how useful they are. The student must choose 6 items from the list to study in the lesson.
To aspire (to be/ do something)
To pave the way (for something)
Something cannot be overstated
15 conversation-provoking questions related to the article.
1. What was Hilaree Nelson known for?
2. What did Maria Granberg and Melissa Arnot Reid say about Hilaree?
3. What do you know about how Hilaree died and what happened on that day?
4. ‘Hilaree is an excellent role model. It would be great if she could inspire more young women to try to climb Mount Everest.’ Do you agree?
5. ‘When I was younger, I had a role model who inspired me.’ Is this true for you?
6. ‘Just like Hilaree, I have a few life goals that I am absolutely determined to achieve.’ Is this true for you?
7. ‘It’s wrong for a parent of two children to be doing such dangerous activities.’ Do you agree?
8. ‘Just like Hilaree, I enjoy mountaineering and extreme outdoor activities.’ Is this true for you?
9. ‘I know someone who has a similar mindset to Hilaree.’ Is this true for you?
10. ‘Male and female athletes should be paid the same.’ Do you agree?
11. ‘The industry that I work in is very male-dominated and I have no idea why.’ Is this true for you?
12. ‘My biggest fear is my fear of heights.’ Is this true for you?
13. ‘Adrenaline and stress are both very healthy things.’ Do you agree?
14. ‘I’ve had some very scary situations out in the mountains.’ Is this true for you?
15. ‘The scenery in my country is the most beautiful scenery I have ever seen.’ Is this true for you?