三、短文填空。
A hobby is an activity that people like to do in their 1. time. Most people in Britain have their own 2..
Some people train dogs to race or keep pigeons(鸽子) to carry messages. Some people are crazy about 3.. They put many 4. of beautiful flowers in their kitchens and living rooms. 5. are mad about their cars or motorbikes. They spend their weekends washing them, painting them and trying to make them go faster. Lots of children are 6. in collecting things. They collect stamps, postcards or pictures of their 7. pop stars.
Learning something new is 8. a hobby. Some people go to evening classes to learn 9.. They think dancing can make them 10.. They learn bodybuilding and baking too. Some people learn these things by themselves.

1. free 2. hobbies 3. plants 4. kinds 5. Others 6. interested 7. favourite 8. also 9. dancing 10. slim

四、请认真阅读下面短文,从短文后所给的六个选项中选出五个可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Why do you need hobbies? A study(研究) has found that people are more positive(积极的) when they take part in a relaxing activity. 1. ______ Scientists also think they might be good for your brain.
How do you choose the right hobby? Start with what you enjoyed in the past. Did you once play football? 2. ______ If you find it isn't suitable for you, stop and turn to something new. Probably joining a club or a team will give you a chance to meet other people.
Which relaxing activities are good for physical health? It's clear that exercise is good for your body. 3. ______ A review of 94 studies found that dancing three times a week improved balance in older people. Getting close to nature is helpful, whether you're hiking or doing something less active.
Which hobbies keep your mind active? 4. ______ Playing the piano or listening to your favourite band can help you make it. Researchers have found reading is also good for your brain.
5. ______ So let's take up great hobbies.
A. Dancing is wonderful exercise.
B. Take it up again or start something else.
C. Hobbies let you forget your worries and have fun.
D. Learning an instrument and reading are the best choices.
E. Taking part in all kinds of activities can help you make some friends.
F. Other studies have shown that hobbies can give you a sense of achievement.

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