Read three short texts about hobbies — what a hobby is, popular hobbies around the world, and why hobbies are good for you. Then check what you understood, learn the key words, and play a quick game.
Read
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A hobby is something you enjoy doing in your free time.
People do hobbies because they are fun, not because they have to. You do a hobby when you are not at school or work. Some hobbies are quiet, like reading or drawing. Others are active, like running or dancing.
Everyone can have a hobby. You do not need a lot of money — many hobbies are free or very cheap. The most important thing is that you enjoy it.
There are many popular hobbies around the world. Some people love sports, like soccer, basketball, or swimming. These are often outdoor hobbies. Other people enjoy music — they listen to songs or play an instrument, like the guitar or piano.
Some hobbies are indoor hobbies. People read books, draw pictures, cook food, or play video games at home. Some people collect things, like stamps, coins, or cards. They keep the things they like together and add more over time.
Hobbies are good for you in many ways. First, they are fun and they help you relax after a busy day. Second, you learn new things. When you practice a hobby, you slowly get better at it.
Hobbies can also help you meet new people. When you join a club or a team, you make friends who like the same thing. So a hobby is more than just fun — it helps you learn, relax, and meet people too.
Check
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1What is a hobby?
A hobby is something you enjoy doing in your free time — for fun, not because you have to.
2When do you usually do a hobby?
You do a hobby in your free time, when you are not at school or work.
3Playing soccer is usually an outdoor hobby.
True — sports like soccer and swimming are often outdoor hobbies.
4Reading and drawing are usually what kind of hobbies?
Reading, drawing, and cooking are indoor hobbies you can do at home.
5What helps you get better at a hobby?
When you practice a hobby, you slowly get better at it.
6Hobbies can help you do what?
When you join a club or team, you make friends who like the same thing.
7You need a lot of money to have a hobby.
False — many hobbies are free or very cheap. The important thing is to enjoy it.
Words
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Play
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You read about what a hobby is, popular hobbies, and why they are good, checked your understanding, and practiced eight new words. Keep going — one small lesson at a time.
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