Sugarloaf Mountain: 5 Interesting Facts

Reading II: Sugarloaf Mountain: 5 Interesting Facts

A. Match these words with their meanings.

Answer:

a. landmark: an object or structure on land that is easy to see and recognize

b. spectacular: very impressive

c. sprawling: covered with buildings across a large area

d. tranquil: calm, quiet, and peaceful

e. blockbusters: very successful films

f. fortifications: walls or other constructions built to strengthen a place against attack

g. peninsula: a piece of land that is almost entirely surrounded by water and is attached to a larger land area

h. bustling: full of lively activity

B. We can form adjectives by adding -ing or -ed at the end of the verbs. Complete the following sentences by changing the verb in the brackets into an adjective by adding -ing or -ed.

Answer:

a. The children were annoyed when they missed the beginning of the movie.

b. Have you read that book of poems? It's a great book if you are interested in reading poems.

c. The result of the game was surprising. The best team didn't win!

d. I don't enjoy going out with Ram. She's the most boring person I've ever met.

e. The students were so excited when their school decided to take them on a trip.

f. Ram was quite terrified when she was flying for the first time.

g. I love to go to the fairs because they perform very interesting magic.

C. Match the paragraphs in Reading II with their correct headings.

Answer:

A: Rock Climbing   B: Neighbouring Mountains   C: Hollywood Star   D: Guanabara Bay   E: Awesome Cable Car Ride

D. Answer these questions.

Answer:

a. Where is Sugarloaf Mountain located? Ans: Sugarloaf Mountain is located at the entrance to Guanabara Bay in southeastern Brazil.

b. How did the mountain get the name 'Sugarloaf Mountain'? Ans: The mountain got the name 'Sugarloaf Mountain' for its unique shape that resembles a traditional form of refined sugar used in the 19th century.

c. Do you think many people can do rock-climbing at a time when they visit the mountain? Why? Ans: Yes, many people can do rock-climbing at a time when they visit the mountain because there are 270 different routes there.

d. Which of the sites do you think the children would love to visit? Why? Ans: I think the children would love to visit Morro de Urca because this place offers the children a good playing area.

e. Name the first film in which Sugarloaf Mountain was featured. Ans: The first film in which Sugarloaf Mountain was featured was 'Now, Voyager'.

f. What is historic about Guanabara Bay? Ans: Guanabara Bay was home to several fortifications built by the colonial government in the 16th century.

g. What should you do to enjoy the best scene of Guanabara Bay? Ans: To enjoy the best view of Guanabara Bay, I should take the two cable cars that take me to the summit of Sugarloaf Mountain. From there, I can enjoy stunning views of Rio de Janeiro, including the beautiful natural scenery of Guanabara Bay and the surrounding area.

h. Do you think a visitor should ride the cable cars while visiting the mountain? Why? Ans: Yes, a visitor should ride the cable cars while visiting the mountain to see the beautiful scenes below.

E. Which of the facts of Sugarloaf Mountain interested you the most? Give reasons.

Answer:

I would like to see Guanabara Bay that is in front of Sugarloaf Mountain because it is beautiful to look at and has historical significance from the 16th century. Guanabara Bay is made up of more than 130 islands and is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery.

Grammar II

A. Complete the following sentences choosing the correct preposition from the brackets.

Answer:

a. I love to travel. Therefore, I went to a city by plane last week.

b. Ram visited Lumbini in 2002.

c. My best friend lives in a beautiful house across the street.

d. We had to walk up to the edge of the desert to find water.

e. The Prime Minister died from head injury a few days after his accident.

f. My family has been living in a city for two years.

g. I am very pleased to meet you.

h. He is a tall boy with long brown hair.

i. Ram is a student at a university.

j. On November 2, we will start our new semester.

k. I love your house by the river.

l. She misses her grandfather because she has not met him for ages.

B. Complete the text below with the correct prepositions.

Answer:

I live in a town, but every summer I like to travel to Pokhara. I am afraid of travelling by plane. Last summer I decided I would travel by bus. According to the ticket I received from the travel agency, the bus would leave at 9:15 pm on Friday and arrive in Pokhara the following day at 5:30 in the morning. The travel would include boating in Fewa Lake from one end of the lake to the other. We would also drive to different beautiful places. It would be really wonderful.

Writing II

There are many tourist destinations in Nepal. Choose one of them and write a letter or an email to your foreign friend mentioning interesting facts about the place. Also invite him/her to visit the place.

Answer:

From: [email protected]
To: [email protected]
Subject: Invitation to visit Kathmandu, Nepal

Dear Ram,

I hope this email finds you well. I wanted to reach out and extend an invitation to visit me here in Kathmandu, Nepal. I've been living here for some time now, and I think you would really enjoy exploring the city and experiencing the unique culture and traditions of Nepal.

Kathmandu is a vibrant and bustling city, with a rich history and a diverse mix of people and cultures. There are so many things to see and do here, from visiting ancient temples and historical sites to trying delicious Nepali cuisine and shopping in local markets. I would be more than happy to show you around and take you to some of my favourite spots in the city. We could explore the bustling streets of Thamel, visit the iconic Swayambhunath Stupa, or take a trip to the nearby hills and enjoy stunning views of the Himalayas.

Additionally, the weather in Kathmandu is fantastic most of the time of year, with clear blue skies and warm temperatures. It's the perfect time to plan a visit and enjoy all that this incredible city has to offer. Let me know if you're interested in visiting, and we can work out the details. I can't wait to show you around and share the beauty and culture of Nepal with you.

Best regards,
Ram

Project Work: Collect information about a personality who has made a special contribution to your community. Prepare his/her life story and present it in the class.

Answer:

Ram was a prominent Nepali literary figure who made significant contributions to Nepali literature. He learnt letters at home from local teachers and completed Bachelor's in Arts later in life. He was a multitalented writer, poet, and social activist who wrote in both Nepali and a regional language. He authored several books, including poetry collections, novels, and short story collections, which dealt with social and political issues, as well as culture and traditions. He was a poet, former Chancellor of the Nepal Academy, and pioneer of the Tesro Aayam (Third Dimension) movement. He was awarded various national awards. He left behind a rich literary legacy that continues to inspire and influence Nepali literature and culture. He gave much more contribution to the community.