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2 Our catering company is about to _____ its new website. It should go live on Monday.
3 We chose a very _____ spot in the mountains where we could have our picnic and enjoy the spectacular views.
4 The heavy monsoon left so much water on the runway that we were _____ at the airport terminal for nearly a day.
5 They decided to organize a three-day _____ in Singapore to help them deal with jet lag on the long trip to Australia.
6 When the cruise ship docked in the port, all its passengers went _____ to take in the delights of the island.
7 Our guest house was located in the middle of a _____ green forest and overlooked a lake.
8 The idea of travelling by plane didn’t _____ to my aunt. She always preferred to take a more leisurely form of transport.
9 Last summer they booked a special interest tour to a _____ island in the Galapagos archipelago where rare Giant Tortoises were said to live.
10 _____ for self-catering accommodation was so high that a new holiday complex was built at the resort.
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Read the text on Japanese Ryokans and decide if the following statements are true (T) or false (F).
1 Ryokans provide a cultural experience and as well as accommodation for visitors. T / F
2 In the past Ryokans were places where travellers stopped to take a break. T / F
3 All Ryokans have hot baths and are known for their spectacular surroundings. T / F
4 If you want to try traditional Japanese cuisine, Ryokans are the perfect place to visit. T / F
5 Western-style food can be served on request in some Ryokans. T / F
6 ‘Kaiseki’ is usually a vegetarian multi-course meal, using only the freshest ingredients. T / F
7 Many people visit Ryokans just to enjoy the food, rather than to stay overnight. T / F
8 After washing yourself in the shower area you rinse off the soap in the bath. T / F
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