Describe an interest or hobby that you particularly enjoy:
1)What this interest or hobby is?
2)How long have you been doing it?
3)What effect has it brought to your life?
What do you think about the balance between the work and the leisure¹ ?

I am a big table tennis fan, even though I am not very good at playing table ten nis myself. I love to watch the game on TV. I have played table tennis whenever I　get a chance since I studied in the middle school. Playing table tennis not only　refreshes² my body and makes me mentally³ alert⁴ ,and ready and eager to engage⁵ in
the work of the day. In addition, a reasonable amount of exercise prepares the bo　dy for a good night's sleep. However, over-indulgence in physical exercise can do　more harm than good. Because it will make you too tired to stay awake during the　work.
1/Is it dangerous for people to spend too much time on hobby?
Yes, over-indulgence in physical exercise can do more harm than good. I have　noticed that some of my friends spend too much time on sports make themselves　too tired to stay awake during the work.

2)Do you think hobby is beneficial⁶ to social life?
Yes, of course.I make many friends during playing table tennis. So, I thinkthat hobby is beneficial the social life.

3)Why do people like to watch games?
Oh, it is a interesting question. Watching games can enrich⁷ our leisurelife. Also, it is very exciting to watch a close game.

4)What is advantages and disadvantages for watching games?
Watching games can enrich our leisure life. Also, it is very exciting to　watch a close game. But over-indulgence in watching games can affect our rest.

5) What is the advantages and disadvantages between watching games and　playing games/sports /
Watching games can enrich our leisure life. Also, it is very exciting to　watch a close game. Take part in sports can build our bodies and keep us healthy.But, over-indulgence in watching games or in physical exercise can affect our rest.

6) Do you think which sports demand enough courage ?
Oh, I think it is boxing . It is very dangerous and it can do harm to health　of athlete.

7) What are the sporting facilities like in your hometown?
Anyang City has a lot of modern indoor facilities offering⁸ bowling⁹, table　tennis, swimming etc. But , it's too expensive for most Chinese, and you have to　belong to the club in order to use the facilities.( P144 )