Describe an occasion when you used a map
You should say:
When you used a map
Where you were at that time
Why you used a map
And explain how you felt about the experience
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A vivid memory that pops into my mind when thinking about maps is my recent solo backpacking trip through the ancient town of Hoi An. I was on a mission to find the popular Pagoda Bridge with Japanese architectural features such as its vermilion paint and tiled roof. While most tourists were glued to their smartphones, I stuck to my paper map instead.
Navigating with Google Maps in this labyrinth of alleyways wasn't the best option. Yet, my paper map unfolded like a treasure map, with its faded lines and Vietnamese characters holding the key to my adventure. Despite my earnest attempts at map-reading, the locals found amusement in my efforts and often stopped to offer straightforward directions in a mix of verbal and body language.
Traversing through the beauty of the ancient path following the map and guidance from locals, I came across a faded symbol I couldn't decipher . It turned out to be a hidden alley leading to an ancient house with bougainvilleas and koi ponds. At that moment, the map turned into a passport, unlocking the town’s hidden gems .
Having explored through the site, I decided it was time to reach the final destination - the Pagoda Bridge. The ornate carvings bathed in the light of sunset and graceful hanging lanterns swayed gently in summer breezes. That was truly a testament to the town’s rich history and captivating beauty.
Looking back, that day in Hoi An taught me more than just how to read a map. I learned about the beauty of serendipity and the joy of getting lost to find myself. The map is a reminder that sometimes the best journeys are ones where we let go of the digital gadgets .
VOCABULARY
vermilion (adj) = màu đỏ tươi
be glued to sth (phrase) = dán mắt vào cái gì đó
stick to sth (phrasal verb) = tiếp tục làm việc bạn đang làm, không thay đổi
labyrinth (n) = mê cung
alleyway (n) = đường hẻm
earnest attempt (phrase) = sự nỗ lực nghiêm túc
straightforward (adj) = dễ hiểu
verbal (adj) = diễn đạt bằng ngôn từ
traverse (v) = di chuyển, du lịch
faded (adj) = bị phai mờ
decipher (v) = giải mã
bougainvillea (n) = hoa giấy
gem (n) = viên ngọc quý
ornate (adj) = cầu kì
testament (n) = minh chứng
captivating (adj) = thu hút
serendipity (n) = sự tình cờ
digital gadget (phrase) = thiết bị công nghệ
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