IBL25-PART2-HOBBIES

Definitely, I think everybody should have ......... Nowadays, life is getting more and more hectic, so people are overwhelming under a lot of stresses. That’s why we need to have recreational activities to unwind and forget about life for a minute.

I tend to prefer to spend time on my hobbies all by myself. I am kind of......... . It hard for me to get along with other people. So, for me, it is good to spend free time alone.

Yes, I believe spending excessive amount of time on a hobby may have an adverse

effect on people. You may ..... having not enough time to spend on your priorities like working or studying. For example, it is easy for me to lose myself in books and forget all about the deadlines.

After a long week of deadlines, meetings, and family responsibilities, Mia decided to spend her Saturday afternoon painting and listening to music at home. She considered it her favorite __________, something that helps her relax and recharge.

• hectic

• leisure pursuit

• introvert person

• excessive amount of time on

Many people believe that joining sports clubs, going for hikes, or practicing yoga are great examples of __________, which not only keep you fit but also help reduce stress.

• recreational activities

• unwind

• may end up

• have an adverse effect on

John’s schedule is so __________ that he barely has time to eat properly, let alone relax or enjoy his hobbies. Every day is packed with tasks and meetings.

• overwhelming

• hectic

• introvert person

• unwind

When Lisa first started university, the sheer number of assignments, clubs, and social events felt __________. She didn’t know where to begin and almost gave up.

• excessive amount of time on

• leisure pursuit

• get along with

• overwhelming

After a stressful day at work, Sam likes to watch a movie and sip tea quietly to __________. It helps him forget worries and regain energy.

Even though they have very different hobbies and personalities, Tom and his colleagues always __________ during team projects, which makes working together enjoyable.

Many teenagers spend an __________ playing video games or scrolling social media, which often distracts them from studying or exercising.

• excessive amount of time on

• hectic

• recreational activities

• leisure pursuit