| aidemia--modules-essaywrite_request | Write an essay |
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| Which subject | English |
| What age group | College |
| How many pages | 1 |
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| Any other preferences | Writing a story You have decided to enter an international short story competition. The competition rules say that the story must begin with the words: Joe put his hand into his pocket and realised his passport was gone. Useful LANGUAGE Talking about feelings He felt totally ... Never before had he feit so ... She had never felt so It left him feeling ... Showing happiness He was over the moon! I felt on top of the world! Showing surprise / disbelief She looked at it in disbelief/ surprise/ horror ... It left me speechless/ exhausted / stunned It was too good to be true. I couldn't believe my eyes/ ears/ luck. Showing fear He was panic-stricken ... My heart was beating furiously. My heart sank. It was a real shock. My hair stood on end. |
Joe put his hand into his pocket and realized his passport was gone. A sinking sensation washed over him, as if he had suddenly plummeted from a great height. He rummaged through the other contents of his pocket, praying his memory had failed him. Keys, wallet, and some loose change were present, but the small leather-bound booklet that held his identity and travel dreams was nowhere to be found. In that moment, all the excitement of his planned trip faded, replaced by a wave of panic.
It was a crisp autumn morning in his bustling city, and the vibrant leaves danced with the breeze, oblivious to his distress. He had been looking forward to this trip to Barcelona for months, an escape from the mundane routines of daily life. Having meticulously planned every detail, from hotel reservations to sightseeing adventures, the thought of losing his passport made his heart race with fear. Would he have to cancel the trip? What if he couldn’t find it in time?
With a deep breath, Joe decided he couldn’t stand there paralyzed by fear. He retraced his steps from the previous evening, where he had celebrated with friends at a cozy bar. Each step back felt like a disheartening defeat; he felt totally devoid of hope. The laughter from the night before lingered in his mind, now mocking him as he envisioned his friends' excited faces when they learned of his misfortune.
He first checked the bar, his heart pounding as he stepped inside. The familiar ambiance was now tinged with anxiety. A waitress offered him a bright smile, but his heart sank in response. “Have you seen a passport?” he asked, his voice shaking slightly. The disbelief in her expression told him all he needed to know. They had not seen it. As he left the bar, he couldn’t shake the feeling of despair that clung to his shoulders like a heavy cloak.
Next, he rushed to his apartment, a whirlwind of thought consuming him. Maybe he had left it there! Still, he found nothing. His room was a mess, a testament to his frantic packing, but the passport remained elusive. Opening drawers yielded only old receipts and forgotten items. For the first time, he felt the weight of his naivety; how could he have been so careless?
Once outside, he considered his options. Could he travel without it? He knew he needed to act fast, or his dream would slip through his fingers like sand. He felt an overwhelming sense of urgency flooding his mind. The travel agency had advised him to arrive at the airport hours in advance, and time was running out.
In a last-ditch effort, he decided to return to the park where he had strolled with friends. The sun had begun to dip in the sky, a beautiful orange hue transforming the evening. His heart pounded furiously with each passing second, a rhythmic reminder of the ticking clock. Suddenly, just as despair threatened to engulf him completely, he noticed something glimmering against the fading light. Bending down, overwhelmed with cautious hope, he discovered his passport lying just by the park bench where they had sat.
Joe couldn’t believe his eyes. It was too good to be true! With shaky hands, he picked it up, relief flooding through his body. A smile broke across his face as he turned it over, realizing that he had almost let panic overtake joy. In that moment, he was over the moon! The vibrant world around him regained its colors, and the worries of the day were washed away by waves of gratitude for second chances.
Filled with newfound optimism, he rushed to the airport, ready for the adventures awaiting him in Barcelona. Life, he realized, often throws us challenges that evoke fear and doubt, but amidst the chaos, there is often the chance for joy and rediscovery. As he marveled at the thought of what lay ahead, he knew that the trip would be one unforgettable journey—a reminder of resilience and hope.