Question

passage 1 why camp? source: the national park service some activities are passed on from generation to generation, and camping is one of them. people have been camping in national parks for over 100 years, and many visitors who camped as children now camp as parents and grandparents, passing on an appreciation for the outdoors. will you pass on this tradition? camping, whether its pitching a tent in the wilderness or parking your rv in a country campground, is an immersive experience. campers feel the rain, wind, and snow. (and they might see wildlife in their natural setting.) people get to see natural features, like mountains, seashores, or sand dunes at different times of day. spending nights outdoors allows people to view constellations not visible at home and hear the sounds of nature, like the yips of coyotes or the calls of songbirds. more than any other reason, people camp to have an adventure in nature. camping does the body (and mind) good. the physical demands of camping in the backcountry clearly count as exercise. but any kind of camping has health benefits. some are straightforward, like setting up camp or hiking. mental health also improves when you spend time outside. researchers link outdoor activity to a decrease in depressive thoughts. sleeping under the stars helps you get in touch with your natural circadian rhythms, a foundation for high - quality sleep and health. passage 2 sometimes you just need a break from technology. it might be hard to escape it at home, but camping can provide a solution for this. many parks and campgrounds have poor or no cell connectivity, and many visitors take advantage of that. these places are perfect locations to put down the digital devices in our lives and focus on the basics that we still have access to. select the correct answer. calum is researching outdoor camping. what is the best overall conclusion he can draw from both of his sources? a. camping can be an enjoyable experience that provides many benefits to people. b. nature provides a variety of benefits, such as escaping technology. c. camping can be challenging due to the physical demands of relying on yourself. d. nature provides an opportunity for people to experience surviving the elements.

Explanation:

The passages highlight that camping is an immersive experience in nature which can be enjoyable and has various benefits like health - related (physical exercise, mental well - being), and the opportunity to disconnect from technology. Option A encompasses these overall positive aspects of camping. Options B, C, and D focus on specific aspects rather than the overall conclusion about camping's benefits.

Answer:

A. Camping can be an enjoyable experience that provides many benefits to people.