Holidaying

   - Choose the correct option to complete the sentences:
     a) My last holiday was ___ more exciting than I had anticipated.

• Far

• Slightly

• Equally

     b) This experience was ___ near as enjoyable as the previous one.

• Even

• Nowhere

• Still

     c) ___ did I enjoy the local food, but I also got to learn about the culture.
 

• Not only

• Both

• Even

1. Which of the following sentences uses a complex comparative structure?

•    a) The beach was nice.

•    b) Unlike my usual trips, this holiday was far more exhilarating and unforgettable.

•    c) I visited the museum.

2. Which linker is most appropriate for expressing contrast?

• A) likewise

• B) consequently

• C) conversely

3. Which of the following is a sophisticated way to describe a positive experience.

•    a) The place was good.

•    b) It was a transformative experience that left a lasting impression on me.

• c) I liked it.

4. ___ visiting several bustling cities, I found myself longing for the tranquil beauty of the countryside.
   a) Although
   b) After
   c) Despite

5. My trip to the ancient ruins was ___ more insightful than I had imagined.
   a) slightly
   b) far
   c) nearly

6. This experience not only broadened my horizons but also ___ my perspective on cultural heritage.
   a) changed
   b) enhanced
   c) made

     a) The journey through the countryside was a perfect example of ___ beauty.

1. picturesque
2. Escapism
3. Quintessential