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Indonesia Makes Us Feel ALIVE!

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Introduction:
Today, we're going on a special trip to Indonesia through stories and pictures. We'll discover
amazing places and meet interesting people. From beautiful fields in Bali to big volcanoes in Java,
we'll see many wonderful things. Get ready, it's going to be a fun adventure!

Travel Recount:
Indonesia was unlike any place we had visited before, almost as if we'd stepped into a dream.
It's a vast country, made up of about 18,000 islands, each one a world of its own. Our previous
journey took us to Bali, Java, and Sumatra, but even then, we barely scratched the surface of what
Indonesia has to offer. Exploring the volcanic landscapes and ancient lava fields brought a sense of
awe and wonder. One remarkable moment was watching the sunrise from a boat, an experience that
felt truly magical. But the highlight was encountering dolphins in their natural habitat. Their playful
presence reminded us to make the most of our time here, cherishing each unforgettable moment.
Our adventure also led us to a unique encounter with monkeys. We found ourselves in a lush
forest surrounded by these curious creatures. Though a bit nerve-wracking at first, we soon
discovered the joy of connecting with them. Bodhi, always up for an adventure, embraced the
experience with enthusiasm. We even learned how to call the monkeys, which resulted in a playful
army of them joining us. It was a reminder of our untamed kin and a glimpse into a world we often
overlook. Leaving the monkeys behind, we embarked on more exhilarating journeys, including
rappelling down a waterfall, an exhilarating experience that tested our bravery. The trip ended with a
sense of accomplishment, leaving us with a lasting memory of Indonesia's natural wonders.

Comprehension Questions:
1. What is Indonesia known for?
A) Its ancient temples
B) Its vast landscape of islands
C) Its bustling cities
D) Its tropical rainforests
2. How many islands make up Indonesia?
A) Approximately 18,000
B) Exactly 10,000
C) About 5,000
D) Roughly 30,000
3. What did the family do during their previous journey to Indonesia?
A) Explored Bali, Java, and Sumatra
B) Climbed Mount Bromo
C) Visited ancient temples
D) Went scuba diving
4. What was one of the remarkable moments they experienced in Indonesia?
A) Climbing a volcano
B) Watching the sunrise from a boat
C) Visiting ancient temples
D) Swimming with sharks
 5. What did encountering dolphins remind them to do?
A) Explore more islands
B) Make the most of their time
C) Learn to swim
D) Take more pictures
6. Where did the family find themselves during this part of the adventure?
A) A bustling city
B) A lush forest
C) An ancient temple
D) A volcanic landscape
7. How did Bodhi react to the encounter with the monkeys?
A) He was frightened
B) He embraced it with enthusiasm
C) He ignored the monkeys
D) He started feeding them
8. What did they learn to do with the monkeys?
A) Feed them
B) Communicate with them
C) Avoid them
D) Study their behavior
9. What did the encounter with monkeys remind them of?
A) Their own family
B) The importance of wildlife conservation
C) Their untamed kin and a world they often overlook
D) The need for better forest protection
10. What was one of the exhilarating experiences they had after leaving the monkeys?
A) Swimming with dolphins
B) Rappelling down a waterfall
C) Climbing a volcano
D) Exploring ancient temples

Summary of travel Itinerary

Location Transportation Activities
- Exploring Indonesia's
18,000 islands
- Limited exploration of Bali, wealth of wonders.
Indonesia Not specified
Java, and Sumatra
- Scratch the surface of
wonders
- Dolphin watching and
interaction
Bali Boat
- Water activities with
dolphins - Waterfall hike
Impressions
Indonesia is described as a vast
country with 18,000 islands offering a
The initial visit was limited to Bali,
Java, and Sumatra, leaving them eager
to explore further.
Bali is characterized by its stunning
natural beauty, including interactions
with dolphins, and a waterfall hike.
Moments like these are cherished for
their reminder to make the most of
their time.
Location Transportation Activities Impressions
The active volcano in Bali offered a
- Exploring lava fields of an unique opportunity to explore lava
Active Vehicles for
active volcano fields and witness the impact on the
Volcano in off-road
- Learning about the lava's landscape, including the preservation
Bali exploration
impact on the landscape of a temple amid the lava. The
experience is described as incredible.
The Monkey Forest in Bali provided
- Interacting with monkeys an encounter with monkeys,
Monkey Foot and - Feeding and observing their showcasing their behavior and offering
Forest in Vehicles for behavior opportunities for interaction.
Bali exploration - Admiring the natural The lush natural environment is a
environment highlight, with the experience being
both thrilling and awe-inspiring.
The sunrise ritual in Bali led to an
unexpected invitation to share
Local - Witnessing the Hindu
breakfast with a local family, leaving a
Sunrise sunrise ritual
On foot deep impression of the kindness and
Ritual in - Invited to share breakfast
warmth of the Indonesian people.
Bali with a local family
This experience is described as
inspiring and heartwarming.
The visit to Mt. Bromo in Java
- Early morning visit to Mt.
involved an early morning adventure,
Bromo
Mt. including descending into the Sea of
Jeep for - Descending into the Sea of
Bromo, Sands.
transportation Sands
Java Counting stairs during the descent
- Counting stairs on the
added a sense of challenge and awe to
descent
the experience.
The activity of rappelling down a
- Rappelling down a waterfall in Java provided an
Rappelling
waterfall exhilarating experience, followed by
Down a
On foot - Crossing a river the challenge of crossing a river.
Waterfall
- Admiring the misty The misty environment added a
in Java
environment surreal and adventurous atmosphere to
the day's activities.