Class 8 English Unit 4: Reading I: A Visit to Mustang

 

Unit 4: Getting Started

Complete guide lines to readings, writings, and grammatical exercises. 

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Reading I: A Visit to Mustang

Vocabulary

a.      Untouched: /ʌnˈtʌtʃt/ (adjective) - not touched or affected

b.     Lonely: /ˈloʊnli/ (adjective) - sad because one has no friends or company

c.      Charming: /ˈtʃɑːrmɪŋ/ (adjective) - very pleasant or attractive; delightful.

d.     Rustic: /ˈrʌstɪk/ (adjective) - characteristic of rural life; simple or plain.

e.      Eroded: /ɪˈroʊdɪd/ (adjective) - worn away by water, wind,

f.       Canyons: /ˈkænjənz/ (noun) - deep gorge, typically with a river flowing through it

g.     Pilgrims: /ˈpɪlɡrɪmz/ (noun) - people who undertake a journey to a sacred place for religious reasons.

h.     Panoramic: /ˌpænəˈræmɪk/ (adjective) - relating to an unbroken view of the whole region surrounding an observer.

i.       Symbolized: /ˈsɪmbəˌlaɪzd/ (verb) - represented by a symbol

j.       Enduring: /ɪnˈdʊrɪŋ/ (adjective) - lasting over a period of time

k.     Bumped: /bʌmpt/ (verb) - collided with a surface or object

l.       Architecture: /ˈɑːrkɪtɛktʃər/ (noun) - the art or practice of designing and constructing buildings.

m.   Alleyways: /ˈæliˌweɪz/ (noun) - narrow street or passage

n.     Proximity: /prɒkˈsɪmɪti/ (noun) - nearness in space, time, or relationship.

o.     Mingle: /ˈmɪŋɡəl/ (verb) - mix or cause to mix together.

p.     Close-knit: /ˌkləʊsˈnɪt/ (adjective) - closely integrated and bound in love or friendship.

q.     Luxury: /ˈlʌkʃəri/ (noun) - state of great comfort or elegance

A.         Complete the following sentences by using the words given below. (Answers only)

Pilgrims         architecture         charming          alleyways         panoramic

a.      She studied history of art and architecture at the university.

b.     All the alleyways of the city are resurfaced.

c.      Many pilgrims visit Muktinath temple every year.

d.     I found Nepali people charming and helpful.

e.      One can enjoy the panoramic view of the Kathmandu Valley from the top of the Dharahara.

B.          Put these sentences into correct order. (Answers only)

a.      The writer spent a night in Pokhara and met her tour group.

b.     The writer appreciated the hotel staff in Pokhara.

c.      It took seven hours for the writer to reach Tatopani.

d.     The writer took a hot shower.

e.      The tourist guide shared experiences about her life with the writer.

f.       The writer together with other members visited Marpha village.

C.          Answer these questions. (Answers only)

a.      No, it is not easy for non-Nepali to enter upper Mustang because non-Nepali people need a travel permit.

b.     The writer was given cushions and blankets at the hotel in Pokhara to keep her body warm during the night.

c.      Only few tourists visit Nepal in January because of cold weather.

d.     Tatopani spring was like a charming natural pool.

e.      Kagbeni lies in the valley of the Kali Gandaki.

f.       According to the Buddhists, the five elements are air, sky, water, earth and fire.

g.     Marpha village is known for its apple tree and architecture.

h.     Yes, the writer was happy with her journey in the end because she said that her time in Mustang was truly unforgettable.

Pronunciation

Pronounce these words separating the diphthong sounds /ai/ and /ʊə/ and ask the students to pronounce in the same way.

Sounds	Words
/ai/	Behind        island          night            side          financial
/ʊə/	Allowance   tour             ensure         shower        visual      manure

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