P5 Essay: An Encouraging Moment - Gabriel and Larry's Story
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Gabriel took a deep breath by the school ______.

field

The bleachers were adorned with a myriad of ______.

colours

Gabriel was exhilarated because that was the race he had been training so ______ for.

hard

'Bang!' went the air ______ as the runners took off.

<p>gun</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gabriel saw his best friend, Larry, had fallen hard on the ______.

<p>ground</p> Signup and view all the answers

Larry said, 'I think I broke my ______.'

<p>ankle</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gabriel encouraged Larry, saying, 'Come on, get ______!'

<p>up</p> Signup and view all the answers

The crowd all stood up and ______ Larry and Gabriel on.

<p>cheered</p> Signup and view all the answers

Despite the obvious agony he was in, Larry gave a weak ______ to the crowd.

<p>smile</p> Signup and view all the answers

All the spectators stood up and cheered at the top of their ______.

<p>lungs</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gabriel was heading to the ______ hall.

<p>sports</p> Signup and view all the answers

The whole atmosphere was abuzz with ______.

<p>anticipation</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gabriel made a split-second ______ to run back to Larry.

<p>decision</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gabriel propped Larry's arm up over his ______.

<p>shoulder</p> Signup and view all the answers

As they hobbled towards the finish line, the crowd started ______.

<p>chanting</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gabriel ran like there was no ______.

<p>tomorrow</p> Signup and view all the answers

Larry lay there groaning in ______.

<p>pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

The trophies gleamed in the bright morning ______.

<p>sunlight</p> Signup and view all the answers

All the other runners had caught up with ______.

<p>them</p> Signup and view all the answers

Thunderous ______ was heard throughout the stadium.

<p>applause</p> Signup and view all the answers

It was a bright and cloudless ______ as Gabriel took a deep breath by the school field.

<p>morning</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gabriel and Larry hobbled towards the ______ line together.

<p>finish</p> Signup and view all the answers

The crowd began to ______ Larry and Gabriel on, encouraging them to finish the race.

<p>cheer</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gabriel had to make a ______ decision to help his friend instead of continuing the race alone.

<p>split-second</p> Signup and view all the answers

As they made their way to the field, every participant was ______ and warming up before the competition started.

<p>stretching</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gabriel could not bring himself to abandon his best friend in his time of ______.

<p>need</p> Signup and view all the answers

Larry gave a weak ______ to the crowd, despite his pain.

<p>smile</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gabriel encouraged Larry continuously, prodding him to keep going despite the ______ he felt.

<p>pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

The spectators cheered with ______ applause as Larry and Gabriel approached the finish.

<p>thunderous</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason Gabriel ran back to help Larry during the race?

<p>He did not want to leave his best friend in pain. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did the crowd react when they saw Gabriel helping Larry?

<p>They stood up and cheered for both of them. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which emotion best describes Gabriel's feelings during the race when he saw Larry fall?

<p>Concern (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Larry express about his injury when Gabriel reached him?

<p>He insisted that Gabriel should leave him. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the overall atmosphere during the sports day event?

<p>Joyful and celebratory (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Gabriel do to assist Larry after he fell?

<p>He encouraged Larry to get up and propped him up. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes Larry's condition as he progressed towards the finish line?

<p>He winced in pain but continued to move forward. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What signifies the bond between Gabriel and Larry during the race?

<p>Gabriel's decision to help Larry despite the race outcome. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Gabriel's mindset as he watched the other runners clear the finish line?

<p>He was only focused on helping Larry. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role did the spectators play during Gabriel and Larry's struggle to finish the race?

<p>They provided encouragement and cheers. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Excitement

A feeling of excitement and anticipation.

Myriad

A large and diverse collection of things.

Anticipation

A feeling of impatient expectation.

Exhilaration

A strong feeling of pleasure and energy.

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Hoisting

The act of helping someone to rise after falling.

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Hobble

To move slowly and with difficulty, often with pain.

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Split-second decision

To make a sudden decision without much time to think.

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Encourage

To encourage or motivate someone.

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Commitment

Showing a strong belief in something or someone.

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Agony

A feeling of great sadness or distress.

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Encouraging Moment

A moment or event viewed as a point in time where a change in perspective or understanding occurs.

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Excitement (E)

A feeling of excitement and anticipation, especially before an event.

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Myriad (D)

A large and diverse collection of things.

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Anticipation (E)

A feeling of impatient expectation or eagerness for something to happen.

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Hoisting Up

The act of helping someone to rise after falling.

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Hobbling

To move slowly and with difficulty, often with pain.

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Competition

The act of competing against others.

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Unexpected Event

A sudden and unexpected event that disrupts the expected course of action.

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Encouraging

The act of giving encouragement and support to someone who is facing difficulties or setbacks.

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Motivating Moment

An instance where someone is motivated and inspired to perform an action, often during stressful times.

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Decision in the face of adversity

A key event where someone makes a difficult or unexpected decision based on their values and beliefs.

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Selflessness in competition

The act of choosing to prioritize someone else's well-being over your own goals.

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Supporting a teammate

Encouragement given to someone who is struggling or in pain to help them stay motivated and persevere.

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Compassion and empathy in sports

The act of showing compassion for someone in need, regardless of the cost or effort.

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Split-second decision-making

The ability to make decisions quickly and effectively under pressure.

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Support and encouragement

The act of supporting and encouraging someone to continue through a difficult challenge, even when faced with personal loss.

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Collective support

The positive effect of a group's combined support and encouragement during a difficult situation.

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Unwavering commitment

The commitment to helping someone in need and standing by them even when it means personal sacrifice.

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Building teamwork through adversity

The feeling of a sense of community and camaraderie built through shared experiences and mutual support.

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Study Notes

Sports Day Event

  • Sports day took place on a bright, cloudless morning.
  • Participants warmed up in the sports hall before the competition.
  • The atmosphere was enthusiastic, with cheering fans, and abuzz with anticipation.
  • Trophies gleamed in the morning sunlight, and the bleachers were adorned with colourful supporters, cheering on their housemates.
  • The 100m sprint race was about to begin, and Gabriel was exhilarated due to his hard training.
  • The race began with a starting gun.
  • Gabriel ran fast and was almost at the finish line when something unexpected happened.

Unexpected Incident

  • During the 100m sprint, Gabriel's best friend, Larry, fell and hurt his ankle.
  • Larry told Gabriel he thought he broke his ankle and asked Gabriel to finish the race without him.
  • Gabriel refused to leave Larry and helped him finish the race.
  • Gabriel heard Larry fall behind him and saw his friend on the ground, groaning in pain.

Helping Larry

  • Gabriel encouraged Larry to get up and finish the race.
  • Gabriel helped Larry by lifting and supporting his injured body, propping Larry's arm over his shoulder.
  • They finished the race together, despite Larry's pain.
  • The crowd applauded and cheered them on, impressed by their perseverance and unity ("Go Larry, go! Go, Gabriel, go!").
  • The entire stadium cheered, and their combined effort was applauded.
  • Other runners had caught up to them while some even cleared the finish line during this combined effort.
  • Larry was in obvious pain, and thought he had broken his ankle.

Aftermath

  • Larry expressed gratitude to Gabriel for his support ("Thank you for encouraging me, Gabriel, I couldn't have done it without you").
  • Teachers praised Gabriel's sportsmanship and self-sacrificing spirit.
  • The principal praised both Larry's perseverance and Gabriel's inspiring sportsmanship.
  • Both individuals treasured the shared experience of support and perseverance, with the entire stadium cheering their combined efforts.
  • Gabriel was deeply touched by the cheering crowd.
  • Dew glistened on the freshly-cut grass.
  • Gabriel took a deep breath by the school field, and went to the sports hall.
  • Gabriel's actions were praised by teachers and the principal, acknowledging his sportsmanship and selflessness. Larry was injured but expressed gratitude for the support, demonstrating their unity.
  • The event touched both students deeply, creating a lasting memory.

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