Answer to Dictation 1
A 13-year-old Australian boy has been hailed a hero after an epic swim.
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Answer to Dictation 2
Paddleboarding in shallow water when strong winds pushed them farther offshore.
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Answer to Dictation 3
Waves had damaged his kayak which had taken in water and flipped over.
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He decided he had no alternative but to swim back to land.
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He swam through shark-frequented waters to raise the alarm.
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This sparked a huge rescue operation which resulted in coastguards finding them.
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The boy said I hit the bottom of the beach and I just collapsed.
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One rescuer said the boy's actions could not be praised highly enough.
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The teenager's determination and courage ultimately saved the lives of his mother.
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Answer to Dictation 10
We lost oars and we drifted out further and it was an absolute nightmare.
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