Writing Activity 13 (a)
Compose a story (in about 80 words) using the points given below. Give a title to your story:
[ merchant-going home through forest - has bag full of money - rain falls-gets wet - curses the rain - a robber comes - points gun at the merchant - shoots - unhurt - wet gunpowder - merchant thanks God for rain ]
Once, a merchant was returning home through a dense forest, carrying a bag full of money. Suddenly, heavy rain began to fall, and he got completely wet. Feeling angry, he cursed the rain. But just then, a robber appeared from behind a tree, pointing a gun at the merchant. The robber pulled the trigger, but the gun did not fire. The merchant was safe, and the rain had made the gunpowder wet. He thanked God for the rain, which saved his life.
Writing Activity 13 (b)
Write a short paragraph (within 80 words) about your experience of visiting a flower-garden or Horticultural garden. You may use the following points:
[location of the garden - objects seen there - types of flowers - its effect on you - a memorable day for you]
I visited a beautiful garden of flowers last weekend. It was located near a peaceful lake. The garden was filled with many colorful flowers like roses, marigolds, and lilies. The sweet fragrance of the flowers made the air fresh and pleasant. I felt calm and happy as I walked through the garden, enjoying the beauty of nature. The memory of the rainbow-colored flowers and the gentle breeze will always remain in my heart, making me smile whenever I think of it.