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What initially made Dad hesitate to drive along the Great Ocean Road?
What initially made Dad hesitate to drive along the Great Ocean Road?
- He read that the road had sharp bends. (correct)
- He felt tired after a long journey.
- He was unfamiliar with the area.
- He wanted to enjoy the views from a bus.
What wildlife did the family encounter while on their walk?
What wildlife did the family encounter while on their walk?
- Only frogs
- Koala bears and kangaroos
- Emus and wallabies
- Wild kangaroos (correct)
How many koala bears did the family discover were in the area they visited?
How many koala bears did the family discover were in the area they visited?
- A few hundred
- Around six million (correct)
- Only a few dozen
- Approximately one million
What was the primary reason given for the lack of leaves on the gum trees?
What was the primary reason given for the lack of leaves on the gum trees?
What type of accommodation did Dad book for the family?
What type of accommodation did Dad book for the family?
What sounds did Dad say would help the family sleep at the campsite?
What sounds did Dad say would help the family sleep at the campsite?
What initially worried the author about the nighttime sounds at the campsite?
What initially worried the author about the nighttime sounds at the campsite?
What did the family bring with them for meals during their trip?
What did the family bring with them for meals during their trip?
What did the author feel when the kangaroo appeared nearby?
What did the author feel when the kangaroo appeared nearby?
How did the family feel about their Great Ocean Road trip overall?
How did the family feel about their Great Ocean Road trip overall?
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Study Notes
Great Ocean Road Adventure
- Family trip to Australia included sightseeing along the Great Ocean Road before visiting grandparents.
- Initial plan was for Dad to drive; however, sharp bends and challenging conditions influenced the decision.
- Dad's enjoyment of views led to persuading him to book discount bus tickets instead of driving.
Wildlife Encounters
- First stop featured wild kangaroos; a close encounter occurred during a walk with Dad.
- A large kangaroo approached but ultimately moved away, leaving an excited impression.
- Anticipation of seeing koalas was initially low due to their rarity, but discovered approximately six million inhabiting the area.
- Koala populations affected local gum trees; tourists observed koalas by looking up into the trees.
Camping Experience
- Dad booked luxury tents at a campsite; tents were equipped for comfort and proximity to attractions.
- Initial concerns about wildlife sounds at night turned out to be frogs instead of more intimidating animals.
- Family enjoyed cooking meals together, bringing their own food for the trip due to lack of nearby dining options.
- Overall sentiment expressed a fantastic experience throughout the trip.
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