Exercise 1:

Make the Most of your Free Time
Here are ___(1)___ inspiring ideas to help you make the most of your free time
Establish your goals: Think about what you want to achieve in your free time. Do you want to get fit, get creative or simply relax? Don’t ___(2)___ what you ought to be doing, just think about what will make you feel more content.
Meet likeminded people: Take the opportunity to ___(3)___ your social circle. Everyone has different interests, so don’t expect your mates to be into the same things you are. Give them a break ___(4)___, join a club and get to know people with the same interests as you. You can never have too many friends!
Get creative and change your life: In many free time activities, we take the role of ___(5)___. When we watch TV, play video games or read, we are only passively involved. Take on the role of producer for a change. Build a model, write a blog or make an animation film. You will use a different part of your brains and will feel more energized as a result. Once you’re relaxed and energised, you can think about what you’d like to improve in your life. There are ___(6)___ of groups, clubs and classes you can join that will set you on a completely new life path.
So what are you waiting for? Get out there and enjoy yourself!
(Adapted from examenglish.com) B1 Reading: Free Time