Recognizing Beach Activities
The sun was just setting over the horizon as Vanessa walked along the beach, listening to the gentle waves lapping at the shore. She enjoyed the sound and the cool breeze that accompanied it. As she strolled, Vanessa noticed several groups of people engaging in different activities.
To her right, there was a family building a sandcastle. The children were meticulously sculpting towers and moats, while their parents helped gather wet sand and shells. A bit further down, a couple was taking photographs of the sunset, aiming to capture the vibrant orange and pink hues that painted the sky.
As she continued her walk, Vanessa spotted an artist sitting on a bench, sketching the scene before him. He seemed entirely absorbed in his work, occasionally glancing up to observe the changing colors. Finally, in the distance, a small dog ran freely, chasing after a ball that its owner threw.
Note: This question has been adapted from its original format to accommodate a reading-based version. In the official TOEFL exam, speaking and listening sections require verbal responses and audio prompts, which are not represented here. Please note that this adaptation may not fully reflect the nature or difficulty of the official exam. The audio feature for these sections will be available soon.