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Answers to COMPREHENSION 2 (textbook p.36)

Example Sentences for DISCUSSION (textbook p.36) • I found Sam’s response to be the most surprising. He said that only one practice a week was enough for him, but for me that would feel like I wasn’t taking the club seriously. • I found Junya’s response to be the most relatable. I also played sports in clubs for many years, and although it was tough at times, I learned a lot of social skills and leadership skills. 6 Junya , Japanese, barista, has lived in Nepal I belonged to the soccer club from when I was in elementary school, all the way through to the end of high school. It did take a lot of my time and energy , but I feel that my club activities made me a better student. It gave my schedule some balance and I was able to make many friends. And it wasn’t just the sports, we also spent a lot of time organizing our club. I think I learned some good life skills from watching how the senior members did things. 5 Catriona, British, writer, lives in Japan In Japan, three of my children were in clubs. One daughter was in the softball club in junior and senior high school. She had overwhelmingly positive experiences, which I believe impact her life today. However, right from the outset it was clear that there would be no time for anything else, and no family time. She had early morning practice, so she left before 6 a.m. She also had evening practice every day, and matches all day every weekend. At New Year, Obon and around test time she sometimes got a few precious days off.

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UNIT 5 | COMPREHENSION & DISCUSSION