Free Time and Hobbies in English

This video lesson by Oxford Online English teaches how to discuss free time and hobbies in English. It covers vocabulary for various activities, how to express preferences using verbs like 'like', 'love', and 'hate', and how to add details about frequency and location. The lesson also includes tips on providing background information and using descriptive language to explain why you enjoy or dislike certain activities. The video encourages practice and provides examples to help learners speak more naturally and interestingly about their hobbies.

Why is talking about free time activities a good way to start a conversation?

• It makes you sound more intelligent.

• It improves your vocabulary.

• It allows you to find common interests.

• It helps you practice grammar.

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a free time activity?

• Cooking

• Watching TV

• Jogging

• Playing video games

What pattern is used when expressing likes with activities?

• Verb + noun

• Verb + to + infinitive

• Verb + past participle

• Verb + ing

Which word can be used to make your expression of liking stronger?

• Never

• Sometimes

• Absolutely

• Rarely

How can you express how often you do an activity?

• By using adjectives

• By using prepositions

• By using conjunctions

• By using adverbs of frequency

What is a good way to make your English sound more interesting?

• Use slang

• Speak faster

• Add details to your ideas

• Use complex vocabulary

What does the phrase 'my friend got me into something' mean?

• Your friend introduced you to it

• Your friend forced you to do it

• Your friend did it for you

• Your friend stopped you from doing it

Why might someone dislike jogging?

• It's too easy

• It's boring

• It's tiring

• It's expensive

What is a reason given for enjoying photography?

• It's a good workout

• It's competitive

• It's a social activity

• It's creative

What should you try to do when speaking about your hobbies?

• Speak as quickly as possible

• Avoid giving too many details

• Add lots of details

• Use only simple sentences