FAMOUS FRIENDS
Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson are two very famous detectives. They appear in the books by the writer Arthur Conan Doyle. Watson first meets Holmes when Holmes is looking for a person to share his flat at 221B Baker Street. The two men like each other, so they decide to live together.
Holmes and Watson are about the same age, but they look quite different. Holmes is tall and thin with dark hair. Watson is neither tall nor thin and he has fair hair. He also has a moustache. The two men are also quite different in character. Holmes is a very private person, and he has a lot of secrets. Watson is the opposite. He's friendly, open and honest. The two men soon become good friends.
At first, Watson doesn't know that Holmes is a detective. When a lot of strange people start to visit the flat, Watson asks Holmes about them. Holmes tells him about his work.
The two men have a housekeeper called Mrs Hudson, who does the housework. Holmes spends most of his time doing detective work. Watson works as a doctor, but he helps Holmes in his free time. He isn't as intelligent as Holmes, but he knows a lot about medicine, and Holmes doesn't.
Holmes and Watson are single when they first meet. Later, Watson gets married, and he goes to live with his wife. But he still sees Holmes and they continue working together. Watson goes back to live with Holmes when his wife dies. In Conan Doyle's stories, the two friends solve more than 60 crimes together.
1. Who is the author of the books featuring Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson?
A. Charles Dickens
B. Agatha ChristieI
C. Arthur Conan Doyle
D. J.K. Rowling
2. How do Holmes and Watson end up living together at 221B Baker Street?
A. They are childhood friends.
B. Holmes invites Watson to share his flat.
C. They are relatives.
D. They meet through a mutual friend.
3. What is one physical difference between Holmes and Watson mentioned in the text?
A. Holmes has fair hair, while Watson has dark hair.
B. Holmes is tall and thin, while Watson is short and heavyset.
C. Holmes has a moustache, while Watson is clean-shaven.
D. Holmes is younger than Watson.
4. How would you describe Holmes and Watson's characters?
A. Both are secretive and private.
B. Both are friendly and open.
C. Holmes is secretive, while Watson is friendly and open.
D. Holmes is friendly, while Watson is secretive.
5. What is Watson's profession, and how does he assist Holmes?
A. Watson is a detective and helps Holmes solve crimes.
B. Watson is a lawyer and offers legal advice.
C. Watson is a doctor and provides medical expertise.
D. Watson is a journalist and writes about Holmes' cases.
TIPS FOR TRAVELLING ALONE
Travelling alone seems scary if it’s the first time you are going to leave the comfort of home. You will probably think about the potential risks or difficult situations. What happens if I get ill, or have an accident? Isn’t it dangerous to go out alone at night? What happens if I get attacked? Isn’t it strange to eat at restaurants alone all the time?
Most travellers have these worries and more before their first trip alone, but all these fears disappear when they see all the benefits of this great experience. Here I’m going to give you 3 tips on how to travel alone and have a good time.
Speak the language
Humans are sociable creatures. We all need to talk to other people. If you are travelling alone, it’s a good idea to go somewhere you speak the language.
Sleep with the locals
Hotels are comfortable but very lonely, and hostels are perfect for people who travel alone, but you will only speak with other tourists. Try to rent a room in an apartment. This will give you a connection with local residents and they can give you a lot of tips on what you can do.
Don’t be shy
Don’t be afraid of asking. Ask for directions in the street, or ask about the place, the culture or the customs to the local people that you find in bars, parks, etc. You will be surprised how much people like to talk about their town or their culture. Remember you are alone. Asking can be an effective way to start a conversation and meet new people.
1. What do many people worry about when they travel alone for the first time?
A. What to pack in their suitcase.
B. How to make new friends.
C. Potential risks and difficult situations.
D. Which restaurants to eat at.
Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson are two very famous detectives. They appear in the books by the writer Arthur Conan Doyle. Watson first meets Holmes when Holmes is looking for a person to share his flat at 221B Baker Street. The two men like each other, so they decide to live together.
Holmes and Watson are about the same age, but they look quite different. Holmes is tall and thin with dark hair. Watson is neither tall nor thin and he has fair hair. He also has a moustache. The two men are also quite different in character. Holmes is a very private person, and he has a lot of secrets. Watson is the opposite. He's friendly, open and honest. The two men soon become good friends.
At first, Watson doesn't know that Holmes is a detective. When a lot of strange people start to visit the flat, Watson asks Holmes about them. Holmes tells him about his work.
The two men have a housekeeper called Mrs Hudson, who does the housework. Holmes spends most of his time doing detective work. Watson works as a doctor, but he helps Holmes in his free time. He isn't as intelligent as Holmes, but he knows a lot about medicine, and Holmes doesn't.
Holmes and Watson are single when they first meet. Later, Watson gets married, and he goes to live with his wife. But he still sees Holmes and they continue working together. Watson goes back to live with Holmes when his wife dies. In Conan Doyle's stories, the two friends solve more than 60 crimes together.
1. Who is the author of the books featuring Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson?
A. Charles Dickens
B. Agatha ChristieI
C. Arthur Conan Doyle
D. J.K. Rowling
2. How do Holmes and Watson end up living together at 221B Baker Street?
A. They are childhood friends.
B. Holmes invites Watson to share his flat.
C. They are relatives.
D. They meet through a mutual friend.
3. What is one physical difference between Holmes and Watson mentioned in the text?
A. Holmes has fair hair, while Watson has dark hair.
B. Holmes is tall and thin, while Watson is short and heavyset.
C. Holmes has a moustache, while Watson is clean-shaven.
D. Holmes is younger than Watson.
4. How would you describe Holmes and Watson's characters?
A. Both are secretive and private.
B. Both are friendly and open.
C. Holmes is secretive, while Watson is friendly and open.
D. Holmes is friendly, while Watson is secretive.
5. What is Watson's profession, and how does he assist Holmes?
A. Watson is a detective and helps Holmes solve crimes.
B. Watson is a lawyer and offers legal advice.
C. Watson is a doctor and provides medical expertise.
D. Watson is a journalist and writes about Holmes' cases.
TIPS FOR TRAVELLING ALONE
Travelling alone seems scary if it’s the first time you are going to leave the comfort of home. You will probably think about the potential risks or difficult situations. What happens if I get ill, or have an accident? Isn’t it dangerous to go out alone at night? What happens if I get attacked? Isn’t it strange to eat at restaurants alone all the time?
Most travellers have these worries and more before their first trip alone, but all these fears disappear when they see all the benefits of this great experience. Here I’m going to give you 3 tips on how to travel alone and have a good time.
Speak the language
Humans are sociable creatures. We all need to talk to other people. If you are travelling alone, it’s a good idea to go somewhere you speak the language.
Sleep with the locals
Hotels are comfortable but very lonely, and hostels are perfect for people who travel alone, but you will only speak with other tourists. Try to rent a room in an apartment. This will give you a connection with local residents and they can give you a lot of tips on what you can do.
Don’t be shy
Don’t be afraid of asking. Ask for directions in the street, or ask about the place, the culture or the customs to the local people that you find in bars, parks, etc. You will be surprised how much people like to talk about their town or their culture. Remember you are alone. Asking can be an effective way to start a conversation and meet new people.
1. What do many people worry about when they travel alone for the first time?
A. What to pack in their suitcase.
B. How to make new friends.
C. Potential risks and difficult situations.
D. Which restaurants to eat at.



