Class 10 English Unit 8: Reading I: Common Hobbies
Unit 8: Hobbies and Interests
Getting started
Let's observe and interact about the different hobbies of the people given in the picture. Ask them to tell their hobbies such as reading stories, drawing, singing, and dancing, in the class.
Reading I: Common Hobbies
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dOw3G0hi4ys
Vocabulary
1. igniting /ɪɡˈnaɪtɪŋ/ verb - setting something on fire
2. hone /həʊn/ verb - to refine or perfect
3. prevalent /ˈprevələnt/ adjective - widespread in a particular area
4. genres /ˈʒɒnrəz/ noun - categories of artistic works
5. mobility /məʊˈbɪləti/ noun - the ability to move or be moved freely
6. notch /nɒtʃ/ noun - a level or degree
7. passionate /ˈpæʃənət/ adjective - showing strong feelings
8. appreciate /əˈpriːʃieɪt/ verb - to recognize the value of something
9. refurbishing /riːˈfɜːbɪʃɪŋ/ verb - renovating or redecorating
10. expressive /ɪkˈspresɪv/ adjective - effectively conveying thought or feeling
11. therapeutic /ˌθerəˈpjuːtɪk/ adjective - having a healing effect
12. easel /ˈiːzəl/ noun - a stand for holding an artist's work
13. murals /ˈmjʊərəlz/ noun - large paintings on walls
14. exposure /ɪkˈspəʊʒə/ noun - the state of being exposed to something
15. niche /niːʃ/ noun - a specialized but profitable corner of the market
16. blog /blɒɡ/ noun - a regularly updated website or web page
17. wardrobe /ˈwɔːdrəʊb/ noun - a tall cupboard for clothes
18. hanging out /ˈhæŋɪŋ aʊt/ verb - spending time relaxing
19. unrevealed /ˌʌnrɪˈviːld/ adjective - not made known
20. sharpen /ˈʃɑːpən/ verb - to make something sharper
21. healing /ˈhiːlɪŋ/ noun - the process of becoming healthy again
22. frame /freɪm/ noun - a structure that surrounds something
A. Write synonyms and antonyms for the following words from the text. (Answers)
a. unrevealed (synonym)- hidden d. sharpen (synonym)- hone
b. boring (antonym) - exciting e. unexcited (antonym) – passionate
c. healing (synonym) - therapeutic f. frame (synonym) – easel
B. Find the meanings of the following words/ phrases from a dictionary and use them in a sentence of your own.
a. ignite /ɪɡˈnaɪt/ verb - to set something on fire
b. in-demand /ɪn dɪˈmɑːnd/ adjective - greatly sought after
c. let off /lɛt ɒf/ verb - to release or discharge
d. a notch /ə nɒtʃ/ noun - a level or degree
e. passionate /ˈpæʃənət/ adjective - showing strong feelings
f. refurbishing /riːˈfɜːbɪʃɪŋ/ verb - renovating or redecorating
g. a blog /ə blɒɡ/ noun - a regularly updated website or web page
h. hanging out /ˈhæŋɪŋ aʊt/ verb - spending time relaxing
C. Write 'True' if the information is true, 'false' if it is false, and NG if the information is not given in the text.
a. Outdoor hobbies are more popular than indoor hobbies. False
b. You need more effort for reading than for other hobbies. False
c. Only good dancers choose dancing as their hubby. False
d. Antiques are also used for interior decoration in a house. NG
e. Paintings can be used to express your feelings. True
f. People who choose photography as their hobby are Pro-photographers. False
g. Keeping journals helps people become successful. True
h. Flexibility in time and place is the best part of knitting. True
D. Answer these questions.
a. What aspects of our life influence the hobbies we choose?
The aspects of our life such as interests, personality, culture, skills, etc. influence the hobbies we choose.
b. What makes reading the most popular hobby?
The way of improving makes reading the most popular hobby.
c. How can people practice dancing?
People can practice dancing by joining a dance studio.
d. What things are necessary for one to go with painting?
The necessary things for one to go with painting are paints and brushes.
e. Write the benefits of doing photography.
The benefits of photography are preserving memories and having beautiful pictures on the wall.
f. Why has writing become a popular hobby?
Writing has become a popular hobby because of freedom.
g. How can knitting be rewarding to a person?
Knitting can be rewarding to a person by making good use of free time.
E. Do you think a person's hubby helps him/her in a professional career? Discuss.
Yes, I think a person's hobby can significantly benefit their professional career by fostering valuable skills and attributes. Engaging in hobbies can enhance creativity, problem-solving abilities, and time management, which are transferable to the workplace. For instance, hobbies such as playing musical instruments or painting can improve concentration and patience, while team sports can build teamwork and leadership skills. Additionally, hobbies provide a sense of relaxation and stress relief, contributing to better mental health and overall job performance. When individuals pursue activities they are passionate about, they often bring a fresh perspective and increased motivation to their professional roles, making them more effective and innovative in their careers.
Pronunciation
Pronounce the following words after your teacher and notice the consonant cluster in them. Clusters are highlighted in red color.
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OJ6hebWHHFU
Example: milk - /mɪlk/ [lk] string - /strɪŋ/ [str]
1. scout - /skaʊt/ [sk] 9. instant - /ˈɪnstənt/ [nst]
2. pulp - /pʌlp/ [lp] 10. help - /hɛlp/ [lp]
3. street - /striːt/ [str] 11. frustrating - /frʌˈstreɪtɪŋ/ [fr], [str]
4. golf - /ɡɒlf/ [lf] 12. twelfth - /twɛlfθ/ [tw], [lfθ]
5. scratch - /skrætʃ/ [skr], [tʃ] 13. spurious - /ˈspjʊəriəs/ [spj]
6. spleen - /spliːn/ [spl] 14. sprout - /spraʊt/ [spr]
7. blog - /blɒɡ/ [bl] 15. sclerosis - /skləˈrəʊsɪs/ [skl]
8. trout - /traʊt/ [tr] 16. hundredth - /ˈhʌndrədθ/ [ndr], [dθ]
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