Grade 8 (Unit 19) Pokhara international airport inaugurated (Reading II)

 

Unit 19

 

Reading II (page 246)

Pokhara international airport inaugurated

A. The meanings of some of the highlighted words are given below. Find the words and write them down.

a. praised formally or officially

b. extremely crowded and blocked with traffic or people

c. made a formal beginning of; initiated

d. the process or a period of changing from one state or condition to another

e. a formal religious or public occasion

f. the act of keeping something in good condition

Answer

a. praised formally or officially – commended

b. extremely crowded and blocked with traffic or people – congested

c. made a formal beginning of; initiated – inaugurated

d. the process or a period of changing from one state or condition to another – transition

e. a formal religious or public occasion – ceremony

f. the act of keeping something in good condition – maintenance

B. Answer the following questions.

a. Who inaugurated the newly built Pokhara Regional International Airport and when?

b. How is the airport useful according to the Prime Minister?

c. What was the first airline to land on the newly built airport?

d. Why were the locals commended by the Deputy Prime Minister?

e. Why is ICAO grateful to the Government of Nepal and CAAN ?

f. How are airport infrastructure and air services vital according to Mr. Tao Ma?

Answer

a. The newly-built Pokhara Regional International Airport was inaugurated by prime minister on January 1, 2023.

b. According to the Prime Minister, the airport is useful for contributing to the economic development of Pokhara and the entire country.

c. Himalaya Airlines was the first airline to land on the newly built Pokhara Regional International Airport.

d. The locals were commended by the Deputy Prime Minister for their sacrifices and patience during the completion of the airport project.

e. ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organisation) is grateful to the Government of Nepal and CAAN (Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal) for their long-standing commitment, consistency, and comprehensive support.

f. Mr. Tao Ma stated that airport infrastructure and air services are vital for ensuring connectivity, socio-economic development, and disaster relief efforts in landlocked countries.

C. Why do you think the operation of an international airport is helpful in the economic development of a country? Discuss.

Answer

The operation of an international airport plays an important role in the economic development and growth of a country. It helps to come to our country easily from other countries. It serves as a gateway for other people from different foreign countries. It supports global connectivity, facilitating the movement of people and goods across borders. This connectivity helps tourism. In the same way it helps in international trade, stimulating economic growth and creating employment opportunities. The presence of an international airport attracts foreign direct investment, as it provides a favourable environment for multinational corporations to establish their regional headquarters or logistics hubs. Additionally, the airport serves as a catalyst for the growth of ancillary industries such as hospitality, transportation, and retail, generating a ripple effect throughout the local economy. Moreover, a well-functioning international airport enhances the country’s reputation and competitiveness on the global stage, attracting more visitors and businesses. Overall, the operation of an international airport not only boosts the tourism sector but also drives trade, investment, and job creation, making it a vital component of a country’s economic development strategy. In these ways it is helpful in the in the economic development of a country.

Writing II

Write a news report using the following clues.

The hospital inaugurated in Doti

A hospital………inaugurated among a big mass by Minister of Health…..built from the financial support of the Government of Nepal……. work started in 2019…….ended in 2021……..has the capacity of 60 beds . . people look happy and hopeful about the future………

Answer

Hospital Inaugurated in Doti

Silgadhi, 26 January 2021 (RSS)

In a historic event witnessed by a large gathering, the Minister of Health, along with local officials, inaugurated a new hospital in Doti. This noteworthy development was made possible through the generous financial support of the Government of Nepal.

The hospital's development started in 2019 and is projected to be finished in 2021, offering the residents of Doti and the neighboring areas essential healthcare services. It can accommodate sixty beds. This hospital has enormous potential to meet the healthcare needs of the surrounding area. In addition to emergency care, outpatient services, inpatient treatments, and specialized care units, it seeks to offer a broad range of medical supplies. The construction of this hospital represents a critical turning point in Doti's healthcare system.

The locals, who have been waiting a long time for better medical facilities, are optimistic that the hospital will not only offer high-quality medical care but also advance the general growth of the area.

As the hospital doors open, the people of Doti eagerly await the positive impact it will have on their lives and the improved health outcomes for their community. With this new healthcare facility, they can now look forward to a brighter and healthier future.

Grammar II

A. Choose the correct alternative for each of the following sentences:

Answer

a. The teacher said to us, “What do you want?”- ii. The teacher asked us what we wanted.

b. She said to me, “Will you please help me?”- iii. She asked me to help her.

c. He said to me, “Don’t sit on my bed.”- iii. He told me not to sit on his bed.

d. My sister said to him, “The Earth moves round the Sun.”- i. My sister told him that the Earth moved round the Sun.

e. She said to me, “I don’t believe you.”- i. She told me that she didn’t believe me.

f. She said, “Can you run?”- iii. She asked if I could run.

g. They said, “They have seen a lion.”- i. They said that they had seen a lion.

h. She said, “I am waiting for Sarita.”- iii. She said that she was waiting for Sarita.

i. Nancy said, “I may leave tomorrow.”- ii. Nancy said that she might leave tomorrow.

j. Manisha said to me, “When did you come to Nepal?”- ii. Manisha questioned me when I came to Nepal.

B. Change the following sentences into indirect speech:

a. He said, “I’ll send a postcard.”

b. “We’ve bought a new car,” they said to me.

c. Aruna said, “I don’t speak German.”

d. Hem says, “Don’t play on the grass, boys.”

e. My mum said, “Are you feeling well?”

f. Nishan said, “Where did you meet him last week?”

g. The doctor said to my father, “You must stay in bed.”

h. The boy said, “Let me go.”

i. Arpan said, “How often do you play cricket?”

Answer

a. He said that he would send a postcard.

b. They told me that they had bought a new car.

c. Aruna said that she didn’t speak German.

d. Hem told the boys not to play on the grass.

e. My mum asked if I was feeling well.

f. Nishan asked where I had met him the previous week.

g. The doctor told my father that he must stay in bed.

h. The boy requested to be let go.

i. Arpan asked how often I played cricket.

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