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1. Vocabulary in context
Match the following words with their meanings.

Words Meanings
a. access i. the history, traditions and qualities that a society
has had for many years
b. heritage ii. the means or opportunity to enter a place
c. conÀ uence iii. main

d. scripture iv. the junction of two rivers, especially rivers of
approximately equal width

e. topography v. the sacred writings
f. predominant vi. physical features of an area of land
2. Reading comprehension
i. Read the brochure, and decide whether the following statements are
true or false.
a. Mangalsen is 930 kilometers away from Kathmandu.
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b. The Skanda Puran is the Holy Scripture of the Hindus.

c. There is a seasonal road that exists from Sanfebagar to Budiganga.
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d. There is no facility of accommodation in Mangalsen.
e. A tourist can ¿nd places of historical signi¿ cance in Mangalsen.

ii. Read the brochure again, and answer the following questions.
a. How can we get to Mangalsen?
b. How many airports are available in Achham?
c. Which is easier and safer way to reach Mangalsen, via air or road?
d. What is the similarity between Achham and Doti?

e. What is the climate of Acchham like?
f. Why do people have hope of a safe journey?
g. Would you like to go to Achham? Why?
iii. Complete the table below with the authentic information from the text
above.
Major Types of Rivers Lakes Means of Medical
ethnic dances and communication facility
groups ponds

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