SAMPLE ESSAYS AROUND THE WORLD IN 80

DAYS by JULES VERNE

(AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS by JULES VERNE) SAMPLE QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS
1. Based on one novel above, write about a character who is determined to
achieve success.
Based on the novel Around the World in 80 days written by Jules Verne, Phileas
Fogg is determined to achieve success.
Phileas Fogg was very determined to travel around the world in 80 days. The railway
track from Alahabad to Calcutta was incomplete. Therefore, he bought an
elephant to continue the journey. Finally, they reached Allahabad.
Besides, Phileas Fogg was also determined to continue his journey. He found out
that the steamer had left him. He searched for another ship to continue his
journey.
In conclusion, we should always be determined to achieve success.

2. Choose one of the novels, write about a lesson that you have learnt in the
novel.
Based on the novel Around the World in 80 days written by Jules Verne, a lesson
that
I have learnt is we must be brave.
Firstly, Phileas Fogg was very brave to accept the wager. Andrew wagered 4000
pounds. Phileas Fogg accepted the wager. Finally, he managed to travel around the
world in
80 days.
Secondly, Fogg was brave to save Aouda. She was kidnapped by bandits. He wanted
to save her. It was very dangerous but Phileas Fogg managed to save her.
In conclusion, we must be brave to take risks.

3. Based on one novel,write about an important/interesting/significant event .

Based on the novel Around the World in 80 days written by Jules Verne, an
important/interesting/significant event is when Phileas Fogg tried to save Aouda.
In the story, Aouda was kidnapped by bandits. Phileas Fogg wanted to save her. It
was very dangerous but Phileas Fogg managed to save her. In my opinion, this event
is important/interesting/significant because it shows that Phileas Fogg is a brave
person.
This event is also interesting because it shows that Phileas Fogg is concerned about
Aouda. He did not know Aouda but when she was kidnapped, he and his friends tried
their best to save her.
Based on the reasons above, I think that this is an
important/interesting/significant event.
4. Based on one novel ,write about a theme that you have learnt in the novel.
Based on the novel Around the World in 80 days written by Jules Verne, I have
learnt the theme of determination.
Firstly, Jean Passepartout was determined to help Mr Fogg. He followed Phileas
Fogg to travel around the world in 80 days. They faced many problems during
the journey. Passepartout still wanted to find ways to help Phileas.
Next, Phileas Fogg aslo showed determination when he saved Auoda. She was
kidnapped by bandits.He wanted to save her. It was very dangerous but
Phileas Fogg managed to save her.
In a nutshell, I have learnt to be more determined in solving my problems.
5. Based on one novel you have read, write about how two characters work
together to achieve success.
Based on the novel Around the World in 80 days written by Jules Verne, there are
two characters who work together to achieve success. The two characters are
Phileas Fogg and Jean Passepartout.
In the story, Aouda was kidnapped by bandits. Phileas Fogg wanted to save her. It
was very dangerous but Phileas Fogg and Jean Passepartout worked together to

save Aouda. Jean Passepartout helped his master to save Aouda from the bandits.
He followed Phileas Foggs order. They were able to save Aouda in the end.
Next, Jean Passepartout also helped Phileas Fogg to get to Calcutta. The railway
track from Alahabad to Calcutta was incomplete. Passerpartout suggested that
they bought an elephant to continue the journey. Finally, they managed to
reachAllahabad.
In the end, Phileas Fogg won the wager. This is because Passepartout worked
together with him to win the wager.

6. Based on one novel, write about a relationship between friends in the story.
Based on the novel Around the World in 80 days written by Jules Verne, I have
noticed the relationship between Phileas Fogg and Jean Passepartout.
In the story, Aouda was kidnapped by bandits. Phileas Fogg wanted to save her. It
was very dangerous but Phileas Fogg and Jean Passepartout worked together to
save Aouda. Jean Passepartout helped his master to save Aouda from the bandits.
They were able to save her in the end.
Next, they worked together to fight the outlaws on the train in America. They
were on their way to Omaha. The train was attacked by outlaws. They would die if
they did not fight to save themselves.
In conclusion, Passepartout helped Fogg to win the wager.
7. Based on one novel,write about a synopsis of the story.
The story of Around the World in 80 Days written by Jules Verne was about
Phileas Fogg. He wagered with Andrew Stuart that he could travel around the world
in 80 days. He had a butler named Passsepartout. He travelled with his butler.
They had many problems along the journey around the world. They had to travel
toAllahabad on an elephant. They also helped save Princess Aouda when she was
kidnapped by the bandits. Passepartout was also arrested for entering a temple
illegally. Phileas Fogg had to pay for his bail. They also had to fight outlaws on the
train in America.
Lastly, Phileas Fogg was able to travel around the world in 80 days and won the
wager. In the end, he married Aouda and they lived happily ever after.

TAKEN FROM MODUL TAMBAH NILAI 2012

JABATAN PELAJARAN TERENGGANU