Model answer by Lifestyle Training Centre

The provided maps juxtapose the present and past layouts of Paradise Island, highlighting the extensive infrastructural developments and additions that have transformed the island.

Overall, it is evident that significant changes have taken place, with numerous new amenities replacing the existing natural features. The once tree-dotted landscape has given way to various facilities, including cycle paths, a barbecue area, a café, a swimming pool, a restaurant, and a hotel.

One of the salient changes is the replacement of the scientific research station in the west with a hotel complex, which features a swimming pool. This hotel complex is linked to a newly established roundabout at the centre of the island, serving as a nexus for the newly added cycle paths that traverse the island. While the natural spring in the northeast remains unchanged, the island now boasts a barbecue area adjacent to the roundabout and a new café to the east.

Externally, swimming is now permitted at the beach in the northwest. Additionally, the existing pier, which previously accommodated only boats, has been expanded to dock cruise ships. Finally, a scenic lookout area has been introduced next to the rocks in the northeast corner.

List of vocabulary used

1. Juxtapose – To place different things side by side for comparison.
2. Layouts – Arrangements or designs of something.
3. Highlighting – Emphasizing or making something stand out.
4. Extensive – Large in amount or scale.
5. Infrastructural – Related to the basic physical systems and structures needed for the operation of a society or enterprise.
6. Transform – To make a thorough or dramatic change in form, appearance, or character.
7. Evident – Clearly seen or understood; obvious.
8. Facilities – Places, amenities, or pieces of equipment provided for a particular purpose.
9. Salient– Most noticeable or important.
10. Amenities – Desirable or useful features or facilities of a building or place.
11. Replacing – Taking the place of something else.
12. Notable – Worthy of attention or notice; remarkable.
13. Linked – Connected or joined.
14. Established – Set up on a firm or permanent basis.
15. Nexus – A central or focal point.
16. Traverse – To travel across or through.
17. Unchanged – Not altered or modified; remaining the same.
18. Boasts – To have something that is impressive and desirable.
19. Permitted – Allowed to do something.
20. Accommodated – Provided with a place to stay or be stored.