Rewrite each original sentence in order to make it easier to understand by non-native speakers of English. You can do so by replacing complex words with simpler synonyms (i.e. paraphrasing), deleting unimportant information (i.e. compression), and/or splitting a long complex sentence into several simpler ones. The final simplified sentences need to be grammatical, fluent, and retain the main ideas of their original counterparts without altering their meanings.
Example: From its inception, it was designated a duty-free port and vied with the neighboring Sultanate of Pattani for trade.
Example solution: From the start, it was chosen to be a duty-free port to compete with the neighboring Sultanate of Pattani for trade.
Example explanation: In this example complex words are substituted with simpler ones. The word 'start' has taken the place of 'inception' and the verb 'compete' is used instead of 'vie'.

Problem: Months pass, and Tod and Copper reach adulthood.

Solution: Time passes, Tod and Copper reach adulthood.