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Before you begin, read and understand the rubrics. The delivery portion is EASY to score, so please read your responses well!

Start a timer for 10 minutes. Within these 10 minutes, you are to:

1. Watch the video

2. Prepare a response on a piece of paper to the prompt below

When the 10 minutes of prep time is over:

3. Find a quiet space

4. Turn on your recording device

5. Start a timer for 2 minutes

6. Record yourself reading out the response that you have prepared in Step 2

7. Ensure you do not exceed 2 minutes

8. Recordings that exceed by at most 5 seconds are tolerable (but best not to)

9. Upload the recording under the tab with your name on it

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Do you enjoy playing video games like the one in the video? Why or why not

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a. What is a good leisure time activity for young people of your age?

b. Some people say that young people should be encouraged to do activities outside rather than stay indoors playing computer games or watching television. What is your opinion?

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1. A good leisure time activity for young people our age is indulging in sports activities. Indulging in sports activities comes with plenty of benefits. Firstly we will have something to spend our time on. Usually, youths like us would just stay at home and scroll through social media on our mobile devices like handphones and computers. This causes us to get lazy and also feel very bored. By indulging in sports activities, we not only have something to pass our time with, but we are also engaging in something that brings us joy and happiness. This will also relieve any forms of stress that may be caused by schoolwork or other important issues. Secondly, hobbies like sports activities can really get us active. They will also help youths like us stay fit and healthy, which is ideal as it helps us stay away from any health diseases and we will not get sick easily. For example, I like playing football. When playing football, I feel like I have a peace of mind and I enjoy what I do. It also helps relieve any forms of stress I am feeling from things like schoolwork and other important issues.

2. To me, I feel that youths should definitely be encouraged to do activities outside, but it should not be something that is enforced upon them. By doing activities outside like playing sports with their friends, youths are not only able to stay fit and keep themselves active, they also get to spend quality time with their friends. This quality time is something that youths should definitely treasure as this is the time where they should be having fun with their friends. When they become adults, it is not so likely for them to have sufficient time to hang out with their friends as they may have a very busy work schedule. However, staying indoors and playing online games or watching television is not something wrong for youths to indulge in, but it also comes with its downsides. Firstly, staying home and playing online games can give some youths a peace of mind or relive their stress from schoolwork and their education. It is also another good way for them to bond with their friends virtually as you can now play many online games together with your friends due to the advancements in technology. However, there are downsides to this as well. By just staying at home and playing games or watching television, youths may tend to get lazy and they can become so called ‘couch potatos’. Secondly, excessive use of mobile devices like phones or computers could really cause a strain on our eyes, which will not be good for youths as we age and become older. Personally, I like to engage myself in physical activities outdoors like football. I find it a good way for me to keep fit and also spend time and have fun with my friends. However, this is something that is up to each and every individual’s choice. Some may prefer outdoor activities whereas some may prefer online gaming.

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3 seconds more and I would’ve been toast (yikes)

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In my opinion, I think that there isn’t a definitive, one-size-fits-all form of leisure activity that suits the multitude of individual youths like me, as these youths have differing perspectives on what counts as leisure to them. For starters, there are some who are more academically driven, which would make activities such as revising lesson materials or completing practice papers entertaining to this group of youths. I have personally seen my classmates hunched over stacks of practice papers, some having their heads buried deep in their thick textbooks while shooing away their friends who are distracting them. As such, this particular group of hardworking youths might not find other leisure activities as interesting as those which are more academically-related, such as online gaming. Moving on, another possible group of youths might fit into the category of being more interesting in the entertainment that video games offer. They find these games much more attractive than dry, lengthy textbook content and endless mountain loads of assignments. Due to the nature of games being notoriously easier to pick up and understand than regular lesson materials, it is no surprise that many youths find online gaming an avenue for personal entertainment. I can personally relate to this group of youths, as I use my phone to lighten up my mood after a long, productive study session or two. The contrast from the sea of black words on my history textbook to my phone’s flashing screen of rainbow lights really turns my interest and attention levels up to 11! The games that I expertly chosen to progress in have been thought over carefully such that they would have the least impact to my grades, while having the most effect on improving my mood as possible. As a somewhat educated video game connoisseur, I find video games the most entertaining form of leisure, which I’m sure some of my peers can relate with too. Last but not least, there are youths who find leisure in interacting with one another, usually without a screen in the way of them. This group of youths love to catch up with their fellow friends whenever possible, but sometimes may not be the most aware on when to do so at the right time. Although they might be interrupted by external circumstances whenever they converse at inappropriate times, they do not let this falter their sense of extroversion. As they find talking and learning more from their friends interesting, this accounts for their perception of socialising as an effective leisure activity. A group of classmates in my class are as thick as thieves - they eat together, learn together, and play together. They always find a way, by hook or by crook, to sneak in talking times in between their activities, and not to mention while they participate in such activities. Their immense love for checking in with one another has lead them to constant reminders to “keep their conversations for recess” and even landed themselves a warning to split their seating arrangements up should they continue to distract themselves with unnecessary conversations during lesson times. From this observation, it is not hard to notice that there are youths who enjoy talking to one another as a leisure activity, which leads me to the final conclusion: that due to the vast varieties of young people perspectives of my age, it is almost impossible to zero in on a specific activity that every and all youths find entertaining enough to be considered as a leisure activity to them. Every youth has their own preferences on their leisure activity, just like how everyone has their own view on, say, fine art pieces. This analogy implies that everyone has different interpretations of one item, so it is very hard to pinpoint an exact view that encapsulates everyone’s as truly as possible.

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I somewhat disagree to this statement to a small extent. I understand that people, especially parents, are very concerned on their children’s time spent on digital devices. This is a realistic and valid concern, but I do think that apart from the obvious harms that staying cooped up indoors and mindlessly staring at digital devices can bring, are hidden benefits that are overshadowed by said disadvantages. Taking into consideration that parents are concerned of their children’s online usage times, this can be due to eye problems that might result from prolonged usage from such devices. Using survey findings I recently learnt of from one of the world’s largest biomedical libraries in America, the Digital Eye Strain Report of 2016 included survey responses from over 10,000 adults from the USA, identified an overall self-reported prevalence of 65%, with females more commonly affected than males (69% vs. 60% prevalence). This finding shows that digital eye strain is a common issue that arises from prolonged usage of digital devices, which people, especially parents of children in this technologically advancing world, are concerned about. As such, to prevent them from experiencing eye problems, parents usually encourage their children to go outside and take in fresh air as a break from their time online. Another factor that contributes to the encouragement of young people to participate in outdoor activities more often is because the outdoors provide a place for keeping our bodies’ health in check. These include, parks, gyms, or even as simple as walking paths which facilitate the movement of our bodies. Exercise equipment found in parks and gyms such as pull-ip bars and rowing machines are specialised equipment that typical houses do not own, and as such, in order to access these facilities, parents often encourage their children to make visits to these places to better use their time to build up fitness instead of building up their eye degree. I have friends who have been told to go down to their nearby parks as a replacement to spending their time at home on their devices, and I should know - the amount of complaints they have told me because of this is so much that if I earned 10 cents every time I received one from them, I can safely say that I would be rich. Due to the absence of exercising equipment in typical households, parents use this as a reason to get their children outside to stay active instead of using their devices all day at home. However, staying indoors and watching television for example, can actually benefit young people, provided that these young people use their television properly. Such ways include using it to tune into educational programmes such as documentaries, or at the very least, taking ample breaks in between binge-watching sessions to reduce the suspicion their parents have of them spending a little too much time on television indoors. I, for one, use my free time to not only destress myself using my trusty old mobile games, but also watching educational documentaries that I can use for reference in future research. My recent essay on whether online gaming is bad for students tapped on my accumulated knowledge of watching documentaries which studied the impacts of digital devices on youths. Without watching these informative programmes on my home television, I would not have been able to cite relevant information under persuasion techniques I learnt in class, and ultimately, would have lost my opportunity to clinch an outstanding mark for my essay! To sum everything up, although youths spending their time at home all day just to watch whatever screen that catches their attention is a valid concern especially to their parents, it all lies in how the young person uses their time online. Even though digital devices can expose them to irrelevant and even harmful material, these can ultimately be prevented and will allow the good material, such as documentaries and news articles, to shine through to enhance the knowledge of young people.

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I think reading is a good leisure activity for young people my age. Reading gas many benefits. Reading can help improve vocabulary which can help in our examinations. Reading can also improve our creativity. Many people my age love to fiction and non fiction books. Non fiction books are mostly about real world facts and can help widen our view of the world. Reading also ensures that young people do not waste their precious time on unnecessary things like scrolling through social media. They will be able to spend their time in a more meaningful way which can benefit them. Reading can help as travel as well! For people who are unable to travel, books give detailed and vivid descriptions on different places about the world as well. I am very find if travelling. I remember I read this book on the wonders of the. It was very interesting as I would not be able to travel to all the 7 wonders of the world. As the saying goes, ‘ A reader today is a leader tomorrow’. Reading is a very good leisure time activity for young people of my age.

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A. Spending leisure time with my friends is a valuable and enjoyable activity for young people. It provides an opportunity for us strengthen social bonds, improve communication skills, and build lasting memories. We can go out on the weekends to have a meal or just to catch up with one another, this can improve a persons social life. Overall, socialising with my friends is both beneficial and enriching.

B.In my opinion, I agree that young people should indeed be encouraged to spend more time engaging in outdoor activities rather than staying indoors playing computer games or watching television. This is because outdoor activities offer numerous physical and mental health benefits, such as improved fitness, reduced stress levels, and greater social interaction, all this benefits cannot be achieved by playing video games and watching television at home. However computer games and television can be entertaining and educational, spending too much time on screens can lead to problems such as poor posture, lack of physical activity which makes your physical health weak and prone to illnesses. Therefore, people should be encouraged to do both as activities outside and staying indoor each have its own benefits.

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a. A good leisure time activity for young people my age is definitely playing sports or doing some kind of physical activity, like football, basketball, going to the gym, or even just biking with friends. It is a great way to stay healthy, relieve stress, and take a break from school or work. Plus, it helps you build friendships and learn teamwork. You do not have to be super competitive either, just being active, having fun, and getting outside is what matters. And for those who are not into sports, other great options are things like gaming, reading, music, or creative hobbies like drawing or making videos. It really depends on ones’ personality, but the best leisure activity is one that helps you relax and enjoy your free time while doing something you care about.

b. I agree to some extent that young people should be encouraged to do more outdoor activities rather than spending too much time indoors playing video games or watching TV. However, I also think it is important to recognise that indoor activities like gaming can have value when done in moderation. Outdoor activities are great for physical health, fresh air, and social interaction. When you are outside, whether you are playing a sport, going for a walk, or just hanging out with friends, you're moving your body and connecting with the world around you. That can really help reduce stress and improve your mood. I have noticed that when I go outside and play football with my friends, I feel more energetic and less tired, even if I have had a long day.

That said, I do not think indoor activities like gaming or watching TV are all bad. They can be fun, relaxing, and even educational if you choose the right content. For example, I play FIFA, and it actually teaches me a lot about strategy, teamwork, and even some real-world football knowledge. The key is balance, spending all your time in front of a screen is not healthy, but enjoying a game or movie after doing something active is totally fine. So overall, I think young people should be encouraged to go outside more often, but that doesn’t mean we have to give up indoor activities completely. A healthy mix of both is ideal.

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a) I think that a good leisure activity for young people my age is playing sports. For instance, Basketball, Badminton, Volleyball and many more different sports. I find that sports is a good way to spend leisure time as it is not only fun but also beneficial to us. This is because while we are having fun, we are also training our physical fitness and taking care of our mental wellbeing. For example, I often spend my leisure time playing Volleyball. I find that I am able to take my stress and frustration out on the ball whenever I spike which makes me feel a lot better, hence it improves my mental wellbeing. Additionally, Volleyball is a strenuous activity so it improves my physical fitness.

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a) I think a good leisure time activity for young people is playing sports. Some sports are badminton, basketball, swimming and volleyball. Playing sports allows young people to exercise and stay fit. It also improves our mental and physical health. When playing physical sports, it enables us to calm our mind and have fun at the same time. For example, every weekend I would go swimming with my friends at the swimming complex. I find that I am able to relax and bond with my friends when swimming. Hence, I think playing sports is a good leisure time activity for young people.

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1. One good leisure time activity for young people is playing sports. I think that playing sports can help with their fitness ,health and it can also promote social interactions between one another. Firstly, playing sports can help to relieve stress and tension on our body, which can help us with our studies. Then, playing sports for example like basketball requires at least 2 people to play together, so this also help us to get out of our comfort zone and allow us to get to know others and make more friends.

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b) I largely agree. Outdoor activities are more beneficial compared to indoor activities. Doing outdoor activities can allow us to stay active and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Research shows that staying outdoors for at least 10 mins can make our mood happy. Doing activities outside, like badminton can improve our physical health. Seeing our natural environment and green spaces also enables us to calm down and ease our mind. However, staying indoors to play computer games and watching Tv can also cool us down from long days, but it comes with negative effects like affecting our eyesight and causing us to get obese. In conclusion, I think that outdoor activities are better than indoor activities.

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I prefer to play outdoor games as I believe playing outdoor games has more benefits than staying indoors. Outdoor games offer numerous benefits for both physical and mental health. They help improve physical fitness by enhancing strength, stamina, and coordination through active movement. Playing outside also exposes individuals to fresh air and sunlight, which is essential for vitamin D production. Additionally, outdoor games encourage social interaction, teamwork, and communication skills as players often work together to achieve goals. These activities also help reduce stress and boost mood by providing a break from screens and indoor routines. Overall, outdoor games play a vital role in promoting a healthy, balanced lifestyle.While video games can be entertaining and sometimes educational, they also come with several disadvantages. Excessive gaming can lead to a sedentary lifestyle, increasing the risk of obesity and related health issues. It may also contribute to poor posture and eye strain due to prolonged screen time. Mentally, spending too much time on video games can lead to decreased academic performance, reduced attention span, and difficulty in focusing on real-life tasks. Additionally, some video games may expose players to violent or inappropriate content, which can negatively influence behavior, especially in young children. Overuse can also lead to social isolation, as players may spend more time gaming than interacting with family or friends.Thus I personally feel playing outdoor games are easier than playing video games.

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In my opinion, a good leisure activity for young people is playing sports. Whether it's basketball, football, or even badminton, sports help young people stay active and healthy, especially since we spend a lot of time sitting during school hours.

Besides the physical benefits, sports also teach important values like teamwork, discipline, and perseverance. For example, when I joined my school’s netball team, I learned how to work with others and never give up even if we were losing.

Another reason sports are great is that they help young people reduce stress. Many students, including myself, face a lot of pressure from studies. Playing a quick game or even just jogging can help us clear our minds and feel more refreshed.

Overall, I think a good leisure activity should be fun, healthy, and help us grow as individuals and sports is definitely the one.

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Personally, I agree that young people should be encouraged to do more outdoor activities rather than stay indoors playing computer games or watching TV.

Firstly, outdoor activities help us stay healthy. For example, playing sports or just going for a walk allows us to exercise, breathe fresh air, and reduce the risk of health problems like obesity. Many young people today spend hours sitting in front of a screen, which isn’t good for their bodies or eyes.

Secondly, being outdoors helps young people develop social skills. When we play sports or join outdoor camps, we meet new people and learn how to communicate and work as a team. This is something that video games or television don’t really teach.

That said, I do understand that computer games and TV can be entertaining and even educational. But the key is balance. It’s fine to enjoy them once in a while, as long as they don’t take up all our time.

In conclusion, I believe outdoor activities benefits the young people physically, mentally, and socially. Therefore, they should definitely be encouraged to go outside more often.

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1 . what is a good leisure time activity for young people of your age

A good leisure activity largely depends on the personal preference from people to people . While we can define that a good leisure activity should be entertaining and non-harmful to the person doing it and even beneficial to some extent, for example forms of good leisure activity can be art and craft , basketball. For me , my personal leisure activity is novel writing in both english and Mandarin .  It is a fun activity to do in my own free time , to create a new world with our own characters , to writer a story for them , to let words come to live, to let the stories in our minds be heard by others . Even better, if you couldn’t find a novel or writing that you like , you can write your own . Therefore , i comsider it as a good leisure activity.

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a. What is a good leisure time activity for young people of your age?

I think a good leisure time activity for young people of our age is engaging in sports. First of all, this activity does not involve the usage of electronic devices such as our phones, so there will not be any negative health effects in the midst of doing this activity. Next, engaging in sports is able to relieve stress and give us a break from the busy workload of everyday life. Since we are young and our muscles are still strong, playing sports is not a challenge at all and can be done by anybody. Lastly, playing sports also improves our physical health. By engaging in sports, our muscles get stronger and we grow more fit, which brings benefits to our physical health. For example, badminton can improve our reaction time and our metabolism, which is applicable to everyday life.

Another good leisure time activity for young people of our age would be reading books. Books are the epitome of gaining knowledge and improving our literacy. Just like the previous leisure time activity I mentioned earlier, it does not involve electronic devices, and is very asscesible, making it convenient and also benefitting to our health as well. Additionally, reading books is a very good time killer as it gets us concentrated into reading the book. This is especially effective for those who want the time to quickly pass by. For example, every time I feel bored and have nothing to do, I simply take a book to read for a duration of time. This not only provides me more knowledge in general, but also benefits my health.

b. Some people say that young people should be encouraged to do activities outside rather than stay indoors playing computer games or watching television. What is your opinion?

I agree with what is said. Young people should be encouraged to do activities outside rather than stay indoors playing computer games or watching television. Electronic devices produce UV rays which can harm our health. Meanwhile, doing activity outside allows us to feel the fresh air in the atmosphere and breath them in. Additionally, we can gain benefits from doing activities outside the house depending on what they are. For example: engaging in sports helps to strengthen our body and bring physical health benefits.

However, I also see the other side of the argument, which is that some people choose not to engage in these activities and would rather play computer games or watch television. Sometimes, the games people play or the programmes on the television are way too appealing, which makes people want to not miss out on them, and instead of going out, they end up sticking to playing computer games or watching the television.

All in all, going outside to participate in activities is clearly the better leisure time activities. However, it is understanble if people are not willing to do so.

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A good leisure time activity for young people my age would be playing sports such as badminton, swimming or basketball. It may not be all of the sports but just one that you feel you can do the best and feel confident in it. For example , every Saturday I go to the woodlands sports stadium to play badminton for two hours. I may not be the best at it but it doesn’t matter as nobody judges me. A good leisure time activity should take your mind off of your studies or problems. Furthermore , playing sports improves you physically.Even when you are having fun you can keep fit as well.

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I agree that young people should be encouraged to do activities outside rather than staying indoors playing computer games or watching television. Gaming can affect one’s mental and physical ,gaming has lead to many health issues , such as depression and anxiety .He so she could be sitting at a certain position for a long time , and at times eve skip their meals .This leads to health issues such as back pain , eye strain and headaches . When one becomes addicted to gaming , they may procrastinate in their school work and therefore , fall behind on their studies and it would be too late to regret it .

Outdoor activities has many benefits such as improving your physically and mental health. They can enjoy nature and fully appreciate the natural beauty of the environment. Some outdoor activities could be as simple as taking a stroll at a nearby park.

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I feel that drawing is a very good leisure time activity that all young people my age should consider. While there's a possibility I could be biased due to my co-curricular activity being visual arts itself, I genuinely believe that drawing is an insanely easy and helpful activity all of us should take a hand at atleast once. Drawing not only has the possibility of being a stress reliever, it also can be an outlet for young people to let their creativity flow with no bounds. Unlike other skills, drawing is subjective and someone's failure could look like a masterpiece to someone else. This results in drawing being easy to master and not placing any stress on the teenager to be good at it. Moreover, as teenagers, our allowance doesn't leave enough money to splurge on costly hobbies like knitting which usually require a lot of materials. Therefore, drawing is a good leisure time activity as it requires little to no money to start, a pencil or even a ballpoint pen should already be present in a student's pencil case. Whenever I'm feeling stressed from studies or even personal issues, I relieve a majority of my stress by picking up my pencil and letting my mind run wild. The act of drawing is enjoyable and even peaceful to me and thus, I recommend drawing as a good leisure time activity for teenagers my age.

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I mostly agree with the people saying that young people should be encouraged to do activities outside rather than stay indoors playing computer games or watching television. It is widely agreed upon that getting out of bed and going for a walk outside is way more beneficial for one's body compared to slowly rotting away on your couch, doing nothing but wasting your life away. Participating in activities outside will greatly contribute to the maintenance of your youth by keeping your body fit. While in stark contrast, staying indoors playing computer games or watching television can likely bring your body harmful effects such as obesity due to lack of exercise, wasting away if your youth, poor posture and eyesight due to sitting at the same place for prolonged hours. Destroying your body in this manner can even result in your relationships with loved ones being affected. Such long-term effects are simply not worth the short lived euphoria from playing video games or watching a television show.

On the other spectrum, some argue that indoor activities like playing computer games or watching TV are not necessarily harmful. Playing video games can actually benefit you by exercising your brain by challenging it. Certain video games can improve cognitive skills, hand-eye coordination, and even encourage creativity and problem-solving. Moreover, some television shows and games can even be educational to young people. Especially at our younger age, playing video game can be a stress reliever for us.

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a) a good leisure time activity for my age would be playing many different sports and games such as playing badminton, basketball, swimming or even dancing. other than playing or doing your favourite sport, we would also learn a new sport and make it our new hobby. playing such physical activities can keep our eyes off of our phones, giving our mind some rest but keep our body moving and fit. i really like to dance and dance is my top 1 hobby and whenever i have the chance to dance, i will do it. dancing has also became my everyday activity to keep me healthy. whenever, i get stressed during exams time or whenever my eyes are on devices for too long, i would always dance as it is the best relaxation activity for me. all in all, doing sports such as dancing will keep me fit, healthy and happy and is a good leisure time activity.

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Honestly, I think young people should definitely be encouraged to spend more time outdoors instead of just staying indoors playing computer games or watching TV all day. although, gaming and shows can be really fun, especially when we want to relax after school, but if we do that all the time, it’s actually not good for us. Sitting for hours in front of a screen can make us unhealthy. We might get headaches, feel really tired, or even start having problems with our eyes.

On the other hand, outdoor activities are super beneficial. For one, they help us stay physically fit. Whether it's jogging, playing football, cycling, dancing like what i like to do or even just going for a walk, being active keeps our bodies strong. Another thing is that going outside helps with our mental health too. Sometimes, being in nature or just getting some fresh air can really clear our minds. If we’re always stuck in front of screens, we might feel stressed or moody without even realizing it. So I think it’s really important to find a balance. in conclusion, I believe young people should be encouraged to do more outdoor activities. It’s good for our bodies, minds, and make us more healthy.

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a) a good leisure time activity for people of my age would be either sports or arts and crafts. Playing sports have a wide range of benefits on oneself. for example, i play basketball as a way to pass my time. before this, i used to be very lazy and unactive because i stayed at home and didnt do anything much. but once i found this sport, it really made use of the free time i had. i could stay active and spend my leisure time in a useful way that actually makes me satisfied and happy. its like killing two birds with one stone. another good way to spend your free time is arts and crafts like origami and Do It Yourself projects. these hobbies can turn out into wonderful results such as beautiful creation made out of folds and creases of papers. you can even use the D.I.Y projects to create something that could help you in your daily life such as a kitchen rool stand or a coaster.

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b) i partially agree with this statement. playing games indoors can help some people who have social anxiety. those kinds of people can find new friends to talk to online instead of risking the potentially awkward interactions face to face

however, going outside to spend your leisure time helps keeps people active and healthy while also have face-to-face interaction. this promotes bonding with one another

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I think that playing sports is a good leisure activity for young people of my age, because they get to enjoy the fun of playing sports. Moreover, they not only can enjoy the fun, they can also learn important life skills, such as teamwork, discipline and communication. They will be able to make friends from these activities, also relieving stress. For example, I usually play badminton with my friends during our free time. We get to exercise and catch up during the weekends. This allows us to know each other better, and can even relieve stress after a week of school. Therefore, I think that playing sports is a good leisure activity for young people my age.

Another good leisure activity for young people my age is to learn a musical instrument. For many people, they enjoy music, because music helps to improve focus. Therefore, young people my age can learn how to play a musical instrument to improve their focus, patience and creativity. By playing a musical instrument, they can also have a place to express their emotions when they are feeling stress. For example, they can learn how to play a simple instrument, like piano. This can help them to relieve stress and thus, learning to play a musical instrument is a good leisure activity for young people my age.

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1. Yes, I enjoy playing video games like the one in the video, because they help me to feel relaxed after a long day in school. After I finish all my homework, I would normally set aside 30 mins or so to play games. This would allow me to stay calm and awake, being able study more. I would play games like the one in the video with my friends and I get to know my friends better from that too. Thus, I enjoy playing video games like the one in the video.

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I think that young people should do outdoor activities because it can help them to stay healthy, physically and mentally. If they spend a lot of time indoors, playing video games, they might have health problems like obesity and weak muscles. On the other hand, outdoor activities can keep the young people’s body strong and healthy. For example, young people can do sports like badminton to stay healthy. Thus, young people should do more outdoor activities as it can help them be healthy.

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personally, a good leisure activity is something that can spark creativity in youths like sports, arts or music. Playing instruments can help youths. Some instruments could include easy ones to start like the ukulele or harder ones like the violin. For me i play the guitar, when i started i found some difficulty in the strumming of the guitar, it was also hard to remember the chords. However i was persistent and began being able to play my favourite songs. Even though it took a long time, i was able to to past time to learn a valuable skill that can let me express my feelings through music. Even though it learnt it a long time ago, i still play with the guitar when i feel bored or have a song in mind.

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I think there isn’t a perfect one-size-fits-all activity that youth can partake in as we all have different interests and skills, but I largely believe that youths of all backgrounds should indulge in sports with friends or family. Sports, no matter the intensity, can improve our health while we play; it gets our heart pumping and is enjoyed by all. It is a rewarding activity that gets us out and about. Most youths nowadays tend to fall on unhealthy habits like scrolling through social media for hours on end, watching shows while bingeing on piles of unhealthy food; while others may go window shopping, spending money unnecessarily on items that could be avoided. So being involved in sports can encourage them to be more physically active while also cutting down on time lost to bad habits, scrimping on unnecessary expenditures while promoting productivity among teens. There was a research conducted by students in Oxford, back in 2018, that among high school students, student athletes were 60% more likely to move onto higher education like university, while, 25% choose to pursue their sports at a professional level. So

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People my age may engage in a variety of enjoyable leisure activities. Reading, riding a bike, working out, playing sports, or just doing something they enjoy, like crocheting, are some of the popular and significant leisure activities. Teenagers enjoy physically demanding hobbies, so we may engage in them outside. In my spare time, I like to play badminton.Going out and engaging in physically demanding activities helps me feel less stressed and maintain my physical fitness after lengthy study sessions. I play with my siblings so that I can play with someone and they may benefit as well. Reading is something else I would do. After studying or spending too much time in front of a screen, it helps me unwind and learn new things.

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(a) a good leisure time activity for young people for my age would be sports, doing sports is healthy, fun and helps us to relieve stress, we would also be able to learn to work together in team sports such as basketball and football, we could also improve our hand-eye coordination playing badminton and stamina in track and field. other than that, we could also spend time with our friends playing sports together, strengthening our connection and bond.

(b)i agree to some extent. doing activities outside helps us to relieve stress and stay healthy, being active and going outside once in a while is recommended, while staying at home playing computer games or watching television all day is unhealthy, we would have bad posture and strained eyes from long hours of sitting down and staring at a screen. however, if we play too rough, we may end up injuring ourselves, while if we playing computer games and watch television for a good amount of time, we could learn new skills and knowledge

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I think there isn’t a perfect one-size-fits-all activity that youth can partake in as we all have different interests and skills, but I largely believe that youths of all backgrounds should indulge in sports with friends or family. Sports, no matter the intensity, can improve our health while we play; it gets our heart pumping and is enjoyed by all. It is a rewarding activity that gets us out and about. Most youths nowadays tend to fall on unhealthy habits like scrolling through social media for hours on end, watching shows while bingeing on piles of unhealthy food; while others may go window shopping, spending money unnecessarily on items that could be avoided. So being involved in sports can encourage them to be more physically active while also cutting down on time lost to bad habits, scrimping on unnecessary expenditures while promoting productivity among teens. There was a research conducted by students in Oxford, back in 2018, that among high school students, student athletes were 60% more likely to move onto higher education institutions, while, 25% choose to pursue their sports at a professional level. while being athletic may prove beneficial to studies in indirect ways, sports also require a great deal of time to train and play; so some may also argue that students that have passion for sports may spend less time on studying or other productive tasks and more time devoted to sports. While this is true, again, sports do not need to be taken to such an extreme extent and can still be enjoyed by amateurs and professionals alike.

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2. I agree that young people should be encouraged to do activities outside rather than staying indoors playing computer games or watching television. Firstly going outside to do activities can help young people to stay healthy, as this helps us to go out and exercise, many of the young people now a days spend their time indoors, watching or playing with their devices. Which can affect our eyes as we have to strain them over time when watching long periods on our devices. Next, going out for activities allows us to us to interact more with others and make our interacting skills better. Going out to do certain activities such as sports allows to meet more new people. However, I do understand why young people like us will stay indoors and use our devices rather than going outdoors to do activities outside. Sometimes the things we see online can teach us somethings. Overall I think young people should have a balance between going out and staying indoors.

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a. A good leisure time activity for young people my age is some physical outdoor activities like basketball, badminton, football etc. This is because outdoor activities help to distress people from workloads and help people get some tine of the internet. these outdoor activities can also help to build friendships when playing together with other people. They help build up our courage, perseverance and sportsmanship.

b. I partially agree with this statement. As some people suffer from social awkwardness and anxiety. Playing games indoors, like computer games help them to distress and escape the outside world. However, spending too much time doing activities indoors might lead to health problems and worsen social awkwardness from the lack of social interactions. So, spending time doing some of the leisure activities, promote social interactions between people .

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1. Some people say that young people should be encouraged to do activities outside rather than stay indoors playing computer games or watching television.

What is your opinion?

I agree , as it is generally a positive idea .

Firstly, outdoor activities allow young people to become fitter and have a healthy body.Playing outdoors , will allow participation in more physical activities , such as sports or traditional games instead of online gaming . It also reduces the risk of obesity and related health issues, which are becoming more common  lifestyles in youner generation.

Secondly, outdoor activities helps to encourage social interaction and teamwork. Activities such as playing football, riding bikes with friends, or participating in anything that is generally group events,and staying outside helps young people develop and learn communication and cooperation skills that cannot be gained from-single-player activities like gaming or watching TV. In addition , time spent outdoors can also improve mental health. Exposure to sunlight, fresh air and nature [green [plants]  has been shown by studies to reduce stress and anxiety, hence helping with mental health .

However it cannot be deny that indoor activities such as group online gaming and watching of tv shows do have its own befits , such as developing of better team work and communication via multi-player games and learning languages via watch tv shows of that languages from different languages or expanding our vocabulary from shows .

In conclusion, young peoplenowadays often need engage more in the physical world around them. A balanced lifestyle that includes physical activity, social interaction, and some screen time will be the best idea for now.

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I think I could have elaborated more in depth or use a wider range of perspective and use deeper concepts i have about playing games but there is only so much I can say in 2 minutes, so I tried to gather the main points and sufficient elaboration so much that i can get my point across but not overrun my time or sound redundant

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In my opinion, encouraging young people to engage in outdoor activities is beneficial for their physical and mental well-being, as spending time outdoors promotes exercise, social interaction, and a connection to nature, which can contribute to a healthier lifestyle. Activities like sports, hiking, and simply being outside help improve physical fitness, coordination, and even boost some people's energy. Additionally, outdoor interactions provide opportunities for young people to develop teamwork, leadership, and communication skills.

However, indoor activities such as playing computer games and watching television have their own advantages. Video games can improve cognitive abilities like problem-solving, hand-eye coordination, and strategic thinking through sensory stimulations, while television, when chosen wisely, can be educational, and expose young people to new cultures, ideas, and knowledge. In moderation, all of these activities can be engaging and mentally stimulating.

Ultimately, it's up to them. Young people should be encouraged to enjoy the benefits of both outdoor and indoor activities rather than being restricted to only either one. Outdoor activities can support physical health and social development, while indoor activities can contribute to creativity and intellectual growth.

In my opinion, the best approach is to create a lifestyle that incorporates a mix of both, to ensure that young people experience multiple ways to spend their time, and get the best of both worlds.

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As a student who is rather busy, and focuses more on my own academics, reading would be a top choice, as it enhances knowledge while providing relaxation to me. I much more prefer non-fiction to gain new insights, knowledge of the world around me and its understanding, and learn new things that I wouldn't have otherwise. Or, an option for people who are more competitive would be to engage in strategic board games or puzzles. Chess, for example, sharpens critical thinking skills, which can be beneficial for academic growth. Solving logic puzzles, brain teasers, or even practicing coding challenges for me is a way to stimulate my own development while having fun.

For creative students, writing or journaling could be an excellent choice. Expressing thoughts through creative writing or documenting ideas in a journal can enhance communication skills and serve as a refreshing break from studying. Should they want to relax after intense study sessions, listening to informative podcasts or watching documentaries can provide entertainment without feeling like wasted time, as it allows students to absorb useful information in an engaging format while resting.

In my opinion, everyone has different personalities, and there is no one leisure activity that can suit everyone, but if we can each find something we enjoy that aligns with our own personal compass, we can all have a great time while taking a break.

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3 . Do you enjoy playing video games like the one in the video? Why or why not?

As seen in the video , i can see that the game the person was playing is strategy game about football . I do not usually play video games and do not really like those type of video games like the one in the video as i am no good at strategy games . Furthermore , i do not feel that it is enjoyable to strain my brain to think of a strategy for something that I do for entertainment and relax after a tiring day of studying . I would likely prefer more of action or shooter games such as arena outbreak or call of duty , despite having extremely bad aim in those games, i like to play these games either due to the storylines for games such as call of duty or due to the graphics .

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I personally believe that young people should definitely be encouraged to engage in outdoor activities rather than spending excessive time indoors on computer games or watching television. Firstly, outdoor activities are extremely beneficial for physical health. Taking part in sports, jogging, or even going for a walk in the park helps young people stay active and maintain a healthy lifestyle. In contrast, sitting for long hours in front of a screen can lead to issues like poor posture, eye strain, and even obesity. Secondly, outdoor activities have a positive impact on mental well-being. Being in nature and getting fresh air can help reduce stress and improve mood, especially for students who face a lot of academic pressure. Activities like playing a team sport or simply spending time outside with friends allow young people to relax, recharge, and build stronger social connections. Moreover, too much screen time can be harmful in the long run. It may lead to addiction, lower attention spans, and poor sleep quality. While computer games and TV shows can be entertaining, they often do more harm than good. That said, I think it’s fine to enjoy indoor entertainment in moderation. Some video games can improve coordination and problem-solving skills, and there are educational programs on television as well. The key is balance. In conclusion, while screen time isn’t entirely bad, I strongly believe that young people should be encouraged to spend more time outdoors and lead a more active lifestyle.