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English PT3 Part 2 – Theme: Environment

• Visited – the tea plantations, the flower nurseries, the strawberry farm and the fresh
markets
• Long walks – cool weather – pleasant change
• Indoors – board games and cards
Conclusion
• Sad to leave – enjoyed the holiday – quality time with the family
• Learnt from trip – not to be afraid of change

Model Answer

My parents make it a point to take the family to a beach resort for a holiday at
least once a year. My siblings and I look forward to these trips as we love swimming
in the sea.
This year, however, my father suggested that we go to a highland resort instead.
When he mooted the idea to us, there were groans of disappointment from all of us.
A holiday without a beach was unheard of in our family. How would we spend our
time? We would be bored to death!
Nevertheless, my father was adamant that we try something different for a
change. So, reluctantly we packed our bags and made our way to Cameron Highlands.
We arrived there and checked into the bungalow my father had booked. It was a
pleasant surprise to us that the bungalow was very spacious and well-furnished, and
there was even a fireplace! We were thrilled to have rooms of our own.
We visited the tea plantations, the flower nurseries, the strawberry farm and the
fresh markets. We also took long walks and enjoyed the cool weather, which was a
pleasant change from the scorching sun in Kuala Lumpur.
We also spent a lot of time indoors enjoying each other’s company. We also played
card and board games. It was nice to see my mother taking a break from the kitchen
and relaxing with her storybooks.
On the fourth day, we were rather sad to leave. All of us had enjoyed the break
immensely. Although it was not the holiday that we had expected, it turned out to
be one of the most enjoyable trips as the family had enjoyed quality time with each
other. We had definitely changed our tune about highland holidays.
What did I learn from the trip? The answer is obvious – we should not be afraid
of change. It may do us good.

WORDBank IDIOMS
mooted – suggested something for discussion change our tune – changed
adamant – unwilling to change an opinion or a decision our ideas
scorching – very hot
immensely – extremely, very much

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