A Young Woman's Journey to KathmanduCEFR A2
29 Dec 2023
Adapted from Nepali Times, Global Voices • CC BY 3.0
Photo by sippakorn yamkasikorn, Unsplash
AI-assisted adaptation of the original article, simplified for language learners.
Kalpana moved from her hometown to Kathmandu. She wanted a better life and worked in a beauty parlour. At first, she felt happy and excited. She also enjoyed eating local food with her coworkers.
However, life in the city was challenging. The bus rides became uncomfortable. People were often too close, making her feel uneasy. Kalpana had to learn new skills at work quickly because her boss needed to adapt the business.
Difficult words
- challenging — difficult but interesting to deal with.
- uncomfortable — not feeling at ease or relaxed.
- adapt — to change to fit new conditions.
- coworkers — people who work together with you.
- excited — very happy and eager about something.
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Discussion questions
- What do you think are the challenges of moving to a new city?
- How important is it to learn new skills at work?
- Have you ever felt uncomfortable in a crowded place? What did you do?
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