Lesson 45: Friend/Traveling

1: Friend

1. How often do you like to hang out with friends?
2. Who do you usually like to hang out with?
3. Where do you like to go when you hang out with your friends?
4. Do you like to go out with a big group or just few friends?

I hang out with my friends from time to time. Normally if we have lots of time on the weekends, we will go to the cinema to watch movies to have a good time. We might also have dinner together in a restaurant if we have the time.

Usually I like to hang out with one of my close friends. Actually we live in the same community so we can meet frequently. Also, both of our kids are in the same class in kindergarten, so we like to take them to the park or playground together.

Well, that depends. We sometimes go to a restaurant to enjoy tasty food if someone knows a decent place. Also if we have plenty of time we like to plan a hike or camp in a nearby forest park to enjoy outdoor life. That would be a very memorable experience.

Well, if I had to choose between the two, I would probably go with hanging out with a big group people because I think that I am an extrovert. I like to meet different people to know about different kinds of life and make myself more sociable; whereas, you know, with only a few people around, it would be hard to find something Interesting to do, such as travelling, hiking, etc.

2: TRAVELLING

1. Do you like travelling?
2. In which seasons do you prefer to travel?
3. Would you say your country welcomes travelers? (or tourists)?
4. Would you say your country is a good place for travelers to visit?

You bet! I am a big fan of travelling. I spend many months each year travelling. It’s not only an indispensable part of my life, but also helps me to know and learn new things and have new experiences.

I think autumn is the best time to travel. As it is neither too hot nor too cold, people feel comfortable enough to go out. Also, the foliage of trees will turn yellow or red so you will see the beautiful colours of the trees all around you. Wherever you go, you will have a memorable trip.

Yes, Chinese people are renowned for their hospitality to visitors. There are numerous tourist attractions around the country. For instance, you can visit the countryside to see the picturesque views, or you can visit historical relics to get to know about the events that have shaped Chinas long history, or you can just stay in the cities to experience how the local people live.