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Complete the following conversation with the correct sentences from the box.•So, it can be concluded that cycling to work is very beneficial not only for ourselves but also for our environment.•Because there’s no need to pay for fuel, vehicle maintenance, parking costs, vehicle taxes, etc., do we?•Because they are going to work. They attend a program called bike to work.•Cycling to work is convenient because it is easy to find a parking space for your bicycle.•If many people prefer riding bicycles to driving their cars, the level of air pollution will significantly decrease.•One of them ever told me that cycling to work is not only fun, easy and comfortable, but has greater benefits than we realize.•Furthermore, you won’t be trapped in annoying traffic jams as you drive your car or travel by public transport.•First, cycling to work is fun, plain and simple. It may remind you of your childhood memories when cycling around your neighborhood.•Besides, this activity improves cardio-vascular and aerobic fitness, lower s blood pressure, boosts energy, builds muscles and improves coordination.•Numerous studies have shown that daily exercises can reduce stress, alleviate symptoms of depression, improve sleep patterns for individuals with insomnia and reduce anxiety.Amir : Look at those young men! They are cycling every morning, but why are they wearing suits and ties?Yudi : (1) __________________________________________________________Amir : I see, but why do they prefer cycling to work? Won’t they become tired and sweaty on arrival at their workplace?Yudi : They will. (2) __________________________________________________Amir : May I know what they are?Yudi : (3) _________________________________________________. You can also observe the surroundings, listen to birds’ chirping which makes you feel relaxed, and wave at passing cyclists as you ride.Amir : Then, what is the other reason?Yudi : You know that cycling is eco-friendly, meaning it is fuel free so it definitely doesn’t pollute the air. (4) ______________________________________________________. In other words, we will breathe fresher air, won’t we?Amir : We will. Thinking further, cycling to work is also good for health, isn’t it? I’ve read in an article that cycling burns as many calories as jogging. (5) ________________________ Yudi : Your argument is correct. Furthermore, cycling to work is also saves money. Do you know why?Amir : (6) __________________________________________________________Yudi : You are right. Compared to the money you need to spend for your car or motorcycle’s maintenance or repair, cycling is definitely cheaper.Amir : Can you mention another reason why cycling is beneficial?Yudi : Umm…cycling to work keeps a person happy. (7) ________________________________________________________. Moreover, exercising outdoors, including cycling has proven to boost self-confidence and maintain calmness.Amir : I guess you are right. Anyway, I think there is one more reason.Yudi : What is it?Amir : (8) __________________________________________________________You only need to find the nearest pole, lock your bicycle and walk away. It’s certainly more convenient than spending 10 minutes looking for a parking space for your car every morning. (9) ________________________________________________________Yudi : You’re right. Beside, workplaces usually provide a secure parking lot for bicycles, showers and other facilities for employees who cycle to work.Amir : Yeah, that’s really possible. (10) ____________________________________Yudi : Indeed. |
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Answer» Answer: 1) Because they are GOING to work. They attend a program called bike to work. 2) First, cycling to work is fun, plain and simple. It may remind you of your childhood memories when cycling around your neighborhood. 3) One of them ever told me that cycling to work is not only fun, easy and COMFORTABLE, but has greater benefits than we realize. 4)If many people prefer riding bicycles to driving their cars, the level of air pollution will significantly decrease. 5) Besides, this activity improves cardio-vascular and aerobic fitness, lower s blood pressure, boosts energy, builds muscles and improves coordination. 6) Because there’s no need to pay for fuel, vehicle maintenance, parking costs, vehicle taxes, etc., do we? 7) Numerous studies have shown that daily exercises can reduce stress, alleviate symptoms of depression, improve sleep patterns for individuals with insomnia and reduce anxiety. 8) Cycling to work is convenient because it is easy to find a parking space for your bicycle. 9) Furthermore, you won’t be trapped in annoying traffic jams as you drive your car or TRAVEL by PUBLIC transport. 10)So, it can be concluded that cycling to work is very beneficial not only for ourselves but also for our environment. |
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