📖 Reading II
Match the words in column A with their meanings in column B.
| Column A | Column B |
|---|---|
| bumpy | iii. (of a surface) uneven/not smooth |
| rural | iv. connected with or like the countryside |
| charming | i. very pleasant or attractive |
| tiring | vi. making you feel the need to sleep or rest |
| steep | ii. (of a slope) rising or falling quickly |
| admirable | v. deserving respect, excellent |
Decide whether these statements are True or False. Write NG (not given) if the information is not given.
| Statements | Answer |
|---|---|
| This was Neil’s first visit to Nepal. | True |
| He visited the village together with his friend from England. | False |
| Neil did not like the music and the song. | False |
| He admires the Nepali people. | True |
| Neil never closed his eyes throughout his journey so that he could enjoy the scenery. | False |
| Neil is going back to his homeland in the near future. | NG (Not Given) |
Answer these questions.
a. When did the writer visit a village in Dhading?
=> Answer: The writer went to a village in Dhading in 2022.
b. Why did the writer give some money to the boys on the bus?
=> Answer: The writer handed some money to the boys because their Nepali songs created a sense of connection with the local community.
c. Was the journey to the village comfortable for the writer? Why?
=> Answer: No, the trip was quite uncomfortable. The bus moved through rough, winding roads, causing the writer to lose balance and almost fall from the seat several times.
d. Why does the writer feel he needs to write diary during the day?
=> Answer: The writer prefers writing the diary during the daytime because exhaustion makes it difficult for them to write anything at night.
e. What did the writer like the most about Nepal?
=> Answer: The writer was most impressed by the kindness, friendliness, and helpful nature of the Nepali people.
🔤 Grammar II
Complete these sentences with the correct forms of the verbs. Use simple past or present perfect tenses. Use negative forms where necessary.
Ans:
A: Did you watch the movie “The Queen”?
B: No, I haven’t. Actually, I have never watched English movies.
Sam visited Bali a year ago.
My best friend and I have known each other for fifteen years. We meet very often.
Sunita is a fantastic writer. She has already written ten books.
We went on a picnic yesterday but my younger brother didn’t.
Ranjita: Did they play chess yesterday?
Dawa: No, they didn’t. I did though.
Haven’t you brushed your teeth yet?
He hasn’t arrived here yet. He must have got stuck in the traffic.
‘What’s wrong with you?’ I have lost my pen.
Use present perfect or simple past forms of the verbs to make sentences from the given clues, as in the example.
Ans:
We/know each other/since 2019.
We have known each other since 2019.
Mohammad/buy a house/in July last year.
Mohmmd bought a house in July last year.
The Nepali Cricket Team/already win/several matches.
The Nepali Cricket Team has already won several matches.
I/never visit/a museum.
I have never visited a museum.
People/grow/a lot of rice last year?
Did people grow a lot of rice last year?
Phurba/sing a song/just now.
Phurba has sung a song just now.
Diana/leave for England/last week?
Did Diana leave for England last week?
My parents/live/in Stockholm/for several years.
My parents have lived in Stockholm for several years.
It/rain/a lot last winter?
It rained a lot last winter.
✍️ Writing II
Writing Task:
Write a short diary entry about one of your days this week. You can use Reading II as a model. Include the following.
• What activities you did
• How you felt when you got involved in those activities
• What you would have done differently
Sunday, 8 May, 2023
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Dear Diary,
Today was quite a busy and memorable day. I had several things to do as a student, yet I was able to enjoy the different experiences that came my way.
I spent the morning attending my usual classes at school. One of our science activities involved making small volcanoes with baking soda and vinegar. Watching the mixture bubble and erupt was fascinating. I became curious about the reaction and really enjoyed learning science through such a practical activity.
Later in the afternoon, I went to a newly opened restaurant with a close friend. We had lunch together, talked about different things, and spent a cheerful time laughing and sharing stories. Being with a good friend made me feel happy and thankful for the people who make my life special.
Looking back on the day, I feel satisfied with how I spent my time. If I could change anything, I would probably manage my time better so that I could enjoy the activities without feeling rushed. Still, the day gave me several pleasant memories.
Until tomorrow,
[Your Name]