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Imagine you are going on a trek or an adventure. It requires grit and a strong will to survive the odds and emerge unscathed. Most importantly, you should carry an emergency kit.
Choose the ten most essential items from the box below and complete the table.
| First–Aid Kit | ||||
Share your list with your friend.
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Solution
| First–Aid Kit | Flashlights | Batteries | Warm blanket | Knife |
| Tube tent/Bivvy bag | Local Maps | Candles | Matches | Whistle to signal for help |
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