Our adventure started in December 2018 when our daughter got engaged, She and her then fiance live in Chicago but grew up in Phuket, Asia, so a wedding there sounded perfect.
Fast forward year. The pre-wedding activities were fun, and the wedding and reception were beautiful. But our adventure had only just began!
The morning after the wedding, my husband and I took off for the northeast coast of Borneo. We flew to the town of Sandakan, a gateway to wildlife adventures.
Our destination was the Kinabatangan Weilands Resort on the Kinabatangan River. This area is one of Malaysia's most important wildlife habitats. As we travelled along the riverbank on our first afternoon, we observed an orangutan building a treetop nest. Next, we caught sight of monkeys swinging from trees. We also spotted red birds and watched kingfishers dive for fish.
After dinner, eight guests, plus our guide and boatman, boarded the boat again—the night was absolutely dark. We started down to the river. Suddenly, a snake dropped into the water from overhanging branches and then jumped into our boat! It quickly jumped out again to our great relief! When we reached the mouth of the river, the red eyes of crocodiles greeted us. That frightening sight shook everyone up! But when we rounded a bend in the river, we saw mango trees lit up like Christmas trees from fireflies. A glorious scene!
The next morning found us once again in a boat. To our delight, approximately 40 elephants paraded by. We couldn't believe our luck as the elephants only frequent that area once a year.
Upon our return to Sandakan, we learned that everything in Malaysia was shutting down and numerous flights were being cancelled due to COVID-19. However, we made it home. It was an adventure for the ages!
4. What can we learn about Kinabatangan Weilands Resort?
A.A variety of creatures live in harmony there. |
B.It is regarded as a gateway to wildlife adventures. |
C.The author went there to attend her daughter`s wedding. |
D.It is Malaysia's most significant wildlife habitat. |
5. What made the author shocked for is beauty during the night?
A.The river reflecting moonlight in the dark. | B.The mango trees shining because of fireflies. |
C.The colorful animals and insects hanging in trees. | D.The various fish swimming lively in the water. |
6. Why did the author think she was lucky?
A.Because she made it home without delay. | B.Because the snake didn't cause any injury. |
C.Because she got in observe rare scene. | D.Because the COVID-19 virus didn't infect her. |
7. What is the most suitable title for the passage?
A.Observing Various Habitats in Sandakan. | B.My Once-in-a-lifetime Adventure into Nature. |
C.Exploring Tourist Adractions it Sandakan. | D.The Perfect Wedding of My Daughter. |