21.   The island was uplifted and igneous intrusions took place.

22.   The islands are possessions of the Crown.

23.   The islands are well-known for their linguistic diversity.

24.   The islands were not visible at all and only the lower slopes of Vesuvius could be seen.

25.   The islands were so remote that they could only be reached at certain times of the year.

26.   The other main islands are named Great and Little Piton.

27.   The tiny island is now a National Nature Reserve, famous for seabirds and seals.

28.   These islands are secure places and are used as sites for villages, small towns and even imposing fortresses.

29.   The island is very much in favour as a holiday destination.

30.   The islands were important from the viewpoint of American security.