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C. Activate yourself

Work in groups. Read aloud the following sentences individually and put them
into two groups namely, likes and dislikes.

(a) He's fond of cricket.
(b) She loves sunbathing.

(c) He enjoys walking in the morning.
(d) She hates cooking but loves eating.

(e) He dislikes garlic in any type of food.

(f) Dolma can't stand flying in an aeroplane.
5. Writing

A. Engage yourself
Read the following essay carefully.

My Hobby

Different people have different hobbies. My friend, Sunita Chaudhary, has a hobby
of reading books. Sudip Limbu, another classmate, enjoys travelling, and my hobby
is gardening.

I have developed this hobby from my childhood when I saw my father loving and
caring for plants in the garden. Whenever I have spare time, I go to my small garden.
I see the little plants grow. I water them. I sow seeds in the field and water them. I
have also grown different kinds of flowers such as roses, marigolds, and lilies in my
garden. When I look at them, I smile from the heart because they give me great joy.

I work with a spade and a hoe every morning and evening in my small garden. I root
out the unwanted plants. There are many types of fruit trees as well as vegetables in
my garden. I feel very happy to see the fruits, plants and flowers in my garden.

Thus, I grow many fruits and vegetables in the garden. I enjoy playing there. It
gives me a lot of happiness. Moreover, my hobby keeps me physically fit because
of the exercise I do while gardening.

B. Study

Look at the sample essay given above. Now write a short essay on one of the
following topics.

(a) My School (b) My Best Teacher
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