Question: I opened my door, continued Mary, "and listened.
It was completely silent around Mary when she opened her door.

Answer: no

Question: Two blocks north, at 5th and Figueroa, the five cylindrical towers of glass at the Westin Bonaventure Hotel form the city's most futuristic-looking skyscraper.
There are cylindrical towers made out of glass two blocks north.

Answer: yes

Question: E ating and drinking in a new part of the world can be a pleasurable adventure.
It can be enjoyable to experience food and drink in a new place.

Answer:
yes