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[A2] Talking About Hobbies

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Today we’re going to talk about hobbies — things you like to do in your free time.
Let’s listen to a simple and natural conversation between Lisa and her friend Anna.
They are meeting at the park on a sunny afternoon, just chatting and enjoying the day.

👩 Lisa: Hey Anna! Isn’t the weather amazing today?
👩‍🦰 Anna: Hi Lisa! Yeah, it’s perfect! I’ve been sitting here reading for a bit. It’s so calm and quiet.
👩 Lisa: Reading at the park — that sounds lovely. Do you enjoy reading?
👩‍🦰 Anna: I really do! Reading is one of my favorite hobbies. I try to read a little bit every day. Right now, I’m into a mystery novel. How about you? What do you like to do in your free time?
👩 Lisa: Hmm… I love painting. It really helps me relax after a busy day. Last weekend, I painted some flowers from my garden.
👩‍🦰 Anna: That’s awesome! Do you take art classes?
👩 Lisa: Nope, I just watch YouTube videos and practice at home. It’s just for fun. Besides painting, I also enjoy cooking. How about you? Any other hobbies?
👩‍🦰 Anna: Yes! I love cooking too. I try new recipes on the weekends. Last week I made Thai noodles — and they were actually really good!
👩 Lisa: Yum! I usually stick to pasta or salad — simple and quick. Do you listen to music while you cook?
👩‍🦰 Anna: Always! I like playing pop music while I’m in the kitchen. It just makes it more fun.
👩 Lisa: Same here! I really like Ed Sheeran — his songs are so chill and relaxing.
👩‍🦰 Anna: I’m a big Taylor Swift fan. Her songs are fun to sing along to!
👩 Lisa (laughs): Oh yeah, she’s super popular! So, what do you usually do in the evening?
👩‍🦰 Anna: In the evening, I like to take a walk or watch something on Netflix. Sometimes I just put on music and relax.
👩 Lisa: That sounds perfect. I’m the same — a little walk, some music, maybe a bit of painting… That’s my ideal evening!

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Word / Phrase Part of Speech Meaning (English) Example Sentence
Hobby Noun Something you enjoy doing in your free time. Reading is my favorite hobby.
Free time Noun phrase Time when you are not working or studying. I play games in my free time.
Enjoy Verb To like something and feel happy doing it. I enjoy cooking at home.
Relax Verb To feel calm and rest. Music helps me relax.
Recipe Noun Instructions for making food. This recipe is very easy to follow.
Delicious Adjective Very tasty; very good to eat. The food is delicious.
Usually Adverb Something that happens most of the time. I usually wake up at 6 a.m.
Take a walk / Go for a walk Verb phrase To walk outside to relax or get fresh air. I go for a walk after dinner.
Listen to music Verb phrase To hear music using a device. I listen to music before sleeping.
Popular Adjective Liked by many people. This song is very popular.
Just for fun Phrase Done to enjoy yourself, not for work. I draw pictures just for fun.
What about you? Question / Phrase A friendly way to ask someone the same question. I like cooking. What about you?

Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks

Use the correct word or phrase from the box.

(enjoy – usually – delicious – listen to music – just for fun)

  1. I __________ cooking at home.
  2. This cake is very __________.
  3. I __________ wake up early on weekdays.
  4. I __________ when I feel stressed.
  5. I play games __________, not for work.

Exercise 2: True or False

Write T (True) or F (False).

  1. A hobby is something you do for work.
  2. Free time is when you are not studying.
  3. A recipe tells you how to make food.
  4. “Delicious” means not tasty.
  5. People take a walk to relax.

Exercise 3: Rewrite the Sentence

Rewrite the sentence using the word in brackets.

  1. I like cooking at home. (enjoy)
    → __________________________________
  2. I walk outside after dinner to relax. (go for a walk)
    → __________________________________
  3. This food tastes very good. (delicious)
    → __________________________________
  4. I do this activity for enjoyment, not for work. (just for fun)
    → __________________________________

Exercise 4: Speaking Practice

Answer in full sentences.

  1. What is your hobby?
  2. What do you usually do in your free time?
  3. Do you listen to music to relax? What kind?

Answer Key

✅ Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks

  1. I enjoy cooking at home.
  2. This cake is very delicious.
  3. I usually wake up early on weekdays.
  4. I listen to music when I feel stressed.
  5. I play games just for fun, not for work.

✅ Exercise 2: True or False

  1. A hobby is something you do for work. → F
  2. Free time is when you are not studying. → T
  3. A recipe tells you how to make food. → T
  4. “Delicious” means not tasty. → F
  5. People take a walk to relax. → T

✅ Exercise 3: Rewrite the Sentence

  1. I like cooking at home. (enjoy)
    → I enjoy cooking at home.
  2. I walk outside after dinner to relax. (go for a walk)
    → I go for a walk after dinner to relax.
  3. This food tastes very good. (delicious)
    → This food is delicious.
  4. I do this activity for enjoyment, not for work. (just for fun)
    → I do this activity just for fun.

✅ Exercise 4: Speaking Practice (Sample Answers)

Learners’ answers may vary. Below are sample answers.

  1. What is your hobby?
    → My hobby is cooking.
  2. What do you usually do in your free time?
    → I usually listen to music or go for a walk.
  3. Do you listen to music to relax? What kind?
    → Yes, I listen to music to relax. I like soft pop and acoustic music.
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