X. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.
Almost everybody has some kinds of hobby. My hobbies are listening to music and watching television.
I am very fond of music. When I am free, I often listen to my favourite songs from an old cassette recorder. At weekends, I usually go to music shops in the downtown areas to buy good CDs. Of the famous pop singers, I prefer Frank Sinatra, Elvis Presley, Madonna and Paul MCCartney.
I also spend an hour after dinner watching news and documentary programmes. I particularly enjoy the programme “The World Here and There” because it boardens my knowledge of nature and human civilizations.
I think that my hobbies are very useful. They widen my knowledge, relax my mind, and make me feel better about myself.
Question 1. The writer’s hobbies are………………..
A. watching TV and listening to music
B. listening to music and playing games
C. reading books and playing games
D. playing games and watching TV
Question 2. .The writer often listens to his favourite songs from…………………..
A.a CD player B. a cassette recorder C. a mobile phone D. a computer
Question 3. What does he usually do at weekends?
A. listen to music with his friends
B. stay at home and listen to music
C. go downtown to buy CDs
D.listen to music at music shops.
Question 4. When does the writer usually watch TV.
A. before dinner B. before lunch C. after dinner D. after lunch
Question 5. Why does he enjoy the programme “ The World Here and There”.
A. Because he can see his most famous singers.
B. Because it widens his knowledge.
C. Because it contains some music programmes.
D. Because he prefers to listen to Paul McCartney.
1- What is your hobbies ?
=> I enjoy reading because it helps me relax and learn new things. I also play the guitar — it’s a creative way to express myself and meet new people.
2- What do you like doing everyday ?
: => I try to read a little each day to expand my knowledge and calm my mind. I also practise guitar daily to improve my technique and learn new songs.
3- When did you start your hobbies ?
=> Reading has been a habit since I was young because my family encouraged it. I picked up the guitar about three years ago after being inspired by a friend.
4- Is it easy or difficult ?
=> Reading feels natural because I enjoy it, so it’s easy to do. Learning guitar was hard in the beginning — finger coordination and chords took time — but it gets easier with practice.
5. Is it cheap or expensive ?
=> Reading is affordable if you use libraries, e-books, or second-hand books. Guitar needs an initial investment for the instrument and maybe lessons, but after that the costs are low.
6. How do you do your hobbies ?
=> For reading I choose a quiet spot and focus on one chapter at a time. For guitar I follow online tutorials, practise scales and songs, and sometimes play with friends to apply what I learn.
7. What are the benefits from your hobbies ?
=> Reading increases my vocabulary, knowledge, and concentration. Playing guitar improves my patience, coordination, and confidence when I perform or share music.
8. Will you do your hobbies in the future ?
=> Definitely — I see reading and music as lifelong hobbies. I’ll continue to read to keep learning and practise guitar to get better and maybe perform more often.
9. How do you feel ?
=> Doing these hobbies usually makes me feel calm and satisfied. Reading soothes me, and playing guitar gives me energy and joy, especially when I learn a new song.
1.My hobby is soccer. 2.I Love working every day. 3. I started having this hobby since 3rd grade. 4.It's very easy. 5.It's very cheap. 6.I made my profile very happy. 7.My hobby helps me be healthier. 8.Yes, I will pursue ít in the future. 9.I feel very happy.