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Present Simple, Present Continuous, Adverbs of Frequency | Talking about Interests and Hobbies

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Warm-up Questions

What hobbies do you have, and how often do you do them?
Do you think talking about interests is easier in the present simple or the present continuous? Why?
Which adverbs of frequency do you use most (always, usually, often, sometimes, rarely, never)?

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Present Simple, Present Continuous, Adverbs of Frequency | Talking about Interests and Hobbies

People and their hobbies (yoga, TV, painting, studying, guitar) (00:00 – 03:10)

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1. Why does Amanda like yoga?

Because it helps her focus
Because she wants to be a teacher
Because she likes watching TV

2. What does Jack usually watch on TV?

Sports
Nature documentaries
Game shows

3. What job does Frank want in the future?

Web designer
Accountant
Math teacher

Present Simple, Present Continuous, Adverbs of Frequency | Talking about Interests and Hobbies

Music, exercise, and sports goals (singing, piano, fitness, basketball, swimming, baseball, climbing) (03:10 – 07:53)

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1. Where does Mario always sing in the morning?

In the shower
At karaoke
In the car

2. What is Peter’s dream related to the piano?

To open a gym
To quit his job and make a living playing the piano while traveling
To play only on weekends

3. What does Linda want to do someday?

Swim across the ocean
Meet her favorite basketball player
Win a movie award

Present Simple, Present Continuous, Adverbs of Frequency | Talking about Interests and Hobbies

Outdoor activities, transportation habits, and entertainment (skiing, jogging, soccer, motorcycles, cars, music, movies) (07:53 – 12:07)

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1. Why does Samantha always run inside in winter?

Because she can’t stand cold weather and is afraid of slipping on ice
Because she prefers running at night
Because she likes crowded places

2. What does Lee hardly ever get?

A gym membership
A speeding ticket
A motorcycle show ticket

3. What does Tina always buy when she goes to the movies?

Popcorn
Salad
Classical music

Present Simple, Present Continuous, Adverbs of Frequency | Talking about Interests and Hobbies

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1. What is the main grammar focus of the video?

Future forms (will vs. going to)
Past simple vs. past continuous
Present simple, present continuous, and adverbs of frequency

2. What kind of information do adverbs of frequency (always, usually, often, etc.) give?

How often something happens
Who is doing the action
Where something happens

3. Which sentence type is most common in the video?

Long debates and arguments
Descriptions of routines and habits
Instructions for cooking

Discussion Questions

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Present Simple, Present Continuous, Adverbs of Frequency | Talking about Interests and Hobbies

Which person in the video is most similar to you? Use adverbs of frequency to explain.
What is one hobby you want to start? How often will you do it, and why?
Some people have dreams (for example, to travel or change jobs). Do hobbies help people reach goals? How?
Do you prefer activities at home or outside? Give examples using present simple and present continuous.