Life and Changes in Farley

The video discusses the town of Farley, located in southwest England. Once a bustling fishing port, Farley has seen a decline in its economic activity, leading to challenges such as expensive housing and limited job opportunities. However, there are positive changes, including a cleaner river and better-maintained houses, which attract tourists and provide seasonal work for locals.

Where is Farley located?

• In the north of England

• In the south west of England

• In the east of England

• In the midlands of England

How far is Farley from the coast?

• About six miles

• About ten miles

• About eight miles

• About two miles

What was Farley known for when the narrator was young?

• A coal mining town

• A fishing port

• A textile hub

• A tourist destination

What types of goods were brought to Farley by sea in the past?

• Books and stationery

• Cars and bicycles

• Coal, food, wood, and cloth

• Electronics and machinery

Why are many houses in Farley empty for most of the year?

• They are too old to live in

• They are used as second homes

• They are haunted

• They are under renovation

What is one of the main reasons young people have moved away from Farley?

• Poor education facilities

• No job opportunities

• High cost of living

• Lack of entertainment

What is the main reason local restaurants in Farley only open for a few months?

• They are too expensive to run

• They are under renovation

• They lack staff

• They are seasonal businesses

What is a positive change mentioned about the river in Farley?

• It is now used for swimming

• It has become a tourist spot

• It is used for transportation

• It has more fish now

What type of work does the narrator do now?

• Fishing

• Gardening and cleaning

• Teaching

• Shopkeeping

How do the owners maintain the houses in Farley?

• They leave them as they are

• They keep them nicely painted

• They renovate them every year

• They sell them frequently