Question

Why do you think the author called Ile Amsterdam 'The most beautiful island in the world' ?

Answer 1

From the story:  we are not afraid to die if we are all together...

The author, a sailor, and his family along with some sailors were on a voyage on the seas in the Indian ocean.   They were tormented and troubled by the cyclones and rough waves. They were in danger.  Courage held them together.

They traveled to Ile Amsterdam as it was the nearest.  They did not have food for many days too.  When they reached the volcanic rock with some vegetation on it, called Ile Amsterdam, they were very happy.  So They called it very beautiful as it saved them and their lives.

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