Exploring the Monastery

What is the initial reaction of the narrator upon seeing the monastery?

• Indifference

• Disappointment

• Amazement

• Confusion

What does the narrator wonder about the small houses around the monastery?

• How they are maintained

• How people access them

• Why they are painted

• Who built them

What is discussed as a significant challenge in reaching the monastery?

• The lack of guides

• The number of steps

• The weather conditions

• The cost of entry

What does the narrator suggest about the number of steps involved in reaching the monastery?

• There are thousands

• There are only a few

• There are none

• There are millions

What does the narrator imply about the effort required to climb up and down the monastery?

• It is minimal

• It is a lot of work

• It is dangerous

• It is enjoyable

What does the narrator reflect on regarding the purpose of the monastery?

• Its architectural design

• Its historical significance

• The religious practices conducted there

• The peace and solitude it offers

Why do people choose to live in such a remote location according to the narrator?

• To avoid taxes

• To find peace and solitude

• To conduct research

• To build a community

What does the narrator suggest about the roads leading to the monastery?

• They should be paved

• They should remain as they are

• They should be closed to the public

• They should be widened

What is the narrator's opinion on modern life in relation to the monastery?

• It is irrelevant

• It is hard to escape

• It is easy to escape

• It is beneficial

What does the narrator suggest about the roads if they were made of brick?

• They would be more expensive

• They would be more scenic

• They would be easier to walk on

• They would deter many visitors