Hobbies. Sounding polite

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Hobbies. Sounding polite

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Table of contents
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Likes and dislikes
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Talking about hobbies
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Expressing frequency
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Using the present perfect (simple and continuous)
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Exam technique: Sounding polite
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Practice

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What hobbies are they?

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Introducing hobbies to kids is a fantastic way to help them discover their passions and talents. Hobbies are more than just ways to pass the time; they can ignite creativity, build confidence, and even lead to lifelong interests. Here are some fun hobbies that are perfect for kids to try out. Each one is an opportunity to learning new skills and having a blast!

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Gardening
Gardening is a wonderful hobby for kids who love to be outdoors and watch things grow. It teaches patience and responsibility as they care for their plants
Starting with easy-to-grow flowers or vegetables can give them a sense of accomplishment as they see the fruits of their labor

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Painting
Children express themselves through colors and shapes
Benefit
It’s a relaxing activity that encourages creativity
Getting started: Grab some watercolors or acrylic paints, brushes, and paper. Experiment with colors, shapes, and patterns. Let your imagination flow

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Reading
Reading is a magical hobby that takes kids on adventures without leaving home. It improves vocabulary and comprehension skills while opening up worlds of fantasy, history, and science
Encourage them to explore different genres to find what captivates them the most

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Likes and dislike
I’m keen on photography. _
I’m fanatical about playingcards._
I can’t stand board games. __
I’m crazy about computer games.
I don’t mind cooking. __
Going to the theatre? I can take it or leave it._
Going to gigs is not my kind of thing.

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Practising
Cooking is a tasty hobby that teaches kids about nutrition, following instructions, and life skills
Camping, entertaining, watching TV,
crafts, going clubbing, woodwork,
eating out, going for walks, working on cars,
fishing, listening to music

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Exam tip:
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It enhances fine motor skills and concentration
As they transform a simple sheet of paper into animals, flowers, and other intricate designs
Be prepared to talk about your hobbies and how often you do them. Search online or in language books for texts describing your pastimes. Note down and learn any useful words, phrases or collocations, and then practice talking about your hobbies with a friend.
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Language: Frequency
The phrases below express frequency. Put them in order from the most frequent to the least frequent.
once a fortnight
every other day
every Tuesday
every single day
several times a year
twice a year

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Photography
Examples:
I take pictures every other Saturday.
I go to the theatre about three times a year.
Practice talking about things you do and how often you do them. You can change some of the phrases above to make them true for you.

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Exam tip:
Using phrases, rather than just single words, to express frequency will impress the examiner. Instead of I occasionally play tennis , say I play tennis every now and again. Instead of I often take photos, try using this present continuous structure instead: I’m always taking photos. And don’t forget you can use these frequency phrases with any topic, not just with hobbies .

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Task 2:
Describe a hobby you enjoy.
You should say:
how long you have been doing it
how often you do it what benefits you get from it
and explain why you enjoy it. Now listen to the sample answer.
Read this Part 2 question.
Give yourself one minute to plan your answer, making notes if you wish, then record yourself answering it. By now, you should be finding it easier to speak for two minutes on a topic.

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Sample answer:
One of my favorite hobbies is going shopping . I’ve always loved it. I think I get it from my mum, who used to take me to the nearest town every weekend to visit shops and boutiques. She taught me about buying a few quality items that you may pay a premium for but that last a long time so are a good investment. She also taught me about how to check for the quality of a garment by looking at the way it’s sewn together and also creasing the fabric to see if it stays creased or not. If it stays creased then it’s a poor quality fabric. Another thing I learnt from her is how to find a bargain. You need to shop around and not be afraid of trying the smaller boutiques where you’re more likely to find a shop owner who’s happy to offer a discount. I’ve been shopping on my own since I was a student. Then, I could not afford to buy many things but stuck to what my mum taught me and kept my eyes open for a quality bargain.

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The rest of the time, I would window shop. Nowadays I can afford designer clothes but I still love the sales, when I hunt for a bargain and the odd top designer item. One thing I hate, however, is trying things on because there are always long queues and it means you have less time for shopping. It’s not a problem, not trying things on, because if something is not the right size I can take it back to the shop as long as I’ve kept the receipt. I go shopping every week. I find it therapeutic. It always makes you feel good to get your hands on a nice quality piece at a bargain price, and if I’m feeling a bit down there’s nothing like a bit of retail therapy. I find shopping exciting as well. You spend time in the poshest part of town where you can mix with fashionable people. There’s a buzz and it’s busy and noisy and colorful. Shopping lets you keep up to speed with the latest trends. So all in all, I think it has a lot of benefits and I love it.

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Grammar: Present perfect
We use the present perfect: to talk about something that began in the past and continues now. Complete the gaps with the present perfect and for with a period of time, and since with a point in time.
I_… …____ (live) in Granada _____ over ten years and have no plans to move. I love it here.
I_… …__ {know} her _____ before she was famous. She hasn’t changed at all.

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Already, ever, never
to talk about something that happened at an unspecified time in the past.
Fill the gaps with already, ever and never.
Have you … been bungee jumping? – No, …. . Have you?
I’ve … told you . Don’t borrow my clothes – you don’t look after them!

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Tenses:
To give up-to-date news without specifying when it happened.
Note that if we give more details, we usually change tenses.
The government ………{announce} that a number of libraries are set to close over the next year.
They ………{make} the announcement at Prime Ministers Questions yesterday.

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These hobbies offer diverse experiences that can enrich a child’s life. Encourage them to try different activities and find what they love. Who knows? A hobby started today might become a passion for a lifetime!

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