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WorksheetsWordly Wise 9 Lesson Review
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 15mins
The history of Pitcairn began in 1789. That was when Fletcher Christian and those who had (a) him aboard the Bounty arrived on the island.
Want something to remind you of a visit to Pitcairn? A model of the Bounty is a fitting (a) of a visit to the island.
Model carving is a major industry on Pitcairn. Carvers start out doing simple models and then learn how to do more (a) ones.
Summer and winter have little meaning on Pitcairn. The island enjoys (a) weather throughout the year.
The rich soil and pleasant weather make for good growing conditions. Coffee and bananas are two (a) crops grown on Pitcairn.
The code of behavior used to be very strict on the island. Even holding hands was frowned upon as (a) .
Not surprisingly, young people on the island complain that there is little to (a) them. Many leave, though some return later, unable to cope with the busy modern world.
Weeks or even months can go by without a visit from a passing ship. Because visits are so (a) , they are eagerly welcomed.
The launching of the longboat is an exciting event on Pitcairn. The islanders (a) at the town landing to watch it meet up with a passing ship.
Exchanging goods between passenger ship and longboat is never easy. The islanders' (a) is seriously tested in rough weather.
The arrival of a ship is a chance to catch up on events. Islanders (a) the crew members for the latest news from the outside world.
The longboat comes back with all kinds of sought-after items. It receives a(n) (a) welcome from the islanders when it returns to Adamstown.
Canned goods are especially welcome and are considered luxuries. They are (a) equally among the island's families.
Everyone sees Pitcairn in his or her own way. What one person finds (a) and boring, another finds quiet and peaceful.
Very few people receive a 'Licence to Land and Reside.' This keeps the (a) of visitors to Pitcairn low, which the islanders like.
