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Exercises

69.1 Without looking at the opposite page, write down:
1 three things that people often play
2 three things that people often collect
3 five outdoor hobbies which include some physical exercise

69.2 Here are some people talking about their hobbies. Can you guess what the hobby is in each
case?
1 I usually use colour, but sometimes you get a better effect with black and white. It really
depends on the subject.
2 I really enjoy going round the shops and markets looking for a bargain.
3 I try to practise every day, but sometimes it’s difficult because I don’t like to disturb my
neighbours too much. And one neighbour gets very angry if I play the same thing over and
over again.
The great thing is you can do it when you like. I usually do it three or four times a week —
either early in the morning, or after school. I only go for about 25 minutes but it really
keeps me fit.
Obviously it saves me a lot of money; and in any case, I hate buying things in boutiques
because so many things are badly made.
I joined a club because I wanted to get better, and I now play twice a week in the evenings.
It has helped me a lot and I have a much better memory for all the different moves and
strategies.
I think this is a very common hobby for people like me, who have a house but don’t have
much money. That’s why I started, but now I think I do a better job than many
professionals.

69.3 Complete these sentences with a suitable verb.
1 How often do you ................... jogging?
2 She w..... cee hiking because she wanted to get more exercise. Unfortunately, she
didn’t like it and she 20.00.00... It eee about six months later.
ONDA NH Toe quite a lot of rock climbing when I’m on holiday.
BW She has always ........00...00.00. her own clothes; it’s much cheaper than buying them.
old coins.
He oo.
Tlearnt to 0... the piano when I was at school.
I wanted to improve my chess, so I .................... a chess club,
I don’t really ....0.0..00000.. anything in my spare time.

69.4 Answer these questions.
Have you got a hobby? If so, what is it?
Ee How long have you had this hobby?
PWN Why do you like it?
Is it an expensive hobby?

NNA Write down three other common hobbies in your country.
How much time do you spend on your hobby?
Is it a common hobby in your country?

If possible, ask another person these questions.

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