IN FUNAFUTI, LIFE MOVES SLOWLY

 Funafuti is the capital of Tuvalu, a small island country in the Pacific Ocean. Life in Funafuti moves slowly because people enjoy a relaxed lifestyle. The island has beautiful beaches, warm weather, and friendly people. There are no traffic lights, and most people walk or ride bicycles. Shops close early, and families spend time together in the evenings.

Example:

• In Funafuti, people wake up early and enjoy the fresh ocean breeze.

• The streets are quiet, and everyone takes their time to do things.

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GRAMMAR

In this topic, we focus on the Present Simple and Adverbs of Frequency (always, usually, sometimes, rarely, never).

Examples:

• People usually go fishing in the morning.

• The shops close early in the evening.

• There is a small market where people buy fresh food.

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VOCABULARY

1. Island - A piece of land surrounded by water.

2. Breeze - A soft wind.

3. Traffic - Cars, bicycles, and people moving on the streets.

4. Relaxed - Calm and without stress.

5. Fishing - Catching fish from the sea.

6. Quiet - Not noisy.

7. Market - A place where people buy and sell things.

8. Early - Before the usual time.

9. Warm - A little hot.

10. Together - With other people.

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USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

• Life moves slowly here.

• People enjoy a relaxed lifestyle.

• Shops close early in the evening.

• The island is peaceful and quiet.

• We usually spend time with family.

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SENTENCES

Positive Sentences:

• Life in Funafuti is very peaceful.

• People usually wake up early.

• The weather is always warm.

Negative Sentences:

• There are no big shopping malls in Funafuti.

• People don’t drive many cars.

• The streets are not noisy.

Questions and Answers:

• Do people work late in Funafuti?
  No, they usually finish work early.

• Is life stressful in Funafuti?
  No, life is very relaxed.

• What do people do in the evenings?
  They spend time with family and friends.

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CONVERSATION

A: Hi! What is life like in Funafuti?
B: Oh, it’s very calm and peaceful. Life moves slowly here.
A: Really? What do people do during the day?
B: They usually wake up early, go fishing, or relax at home.
A: That sounds nice! What about the evenings?
B: Shops close early, and people spend time with family.
A: It must be a very relaxing place to live!

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READING

Funafuti is a beautiful island in the Pacific Ocean. The people there live a simple and peaceful life. They wake up early to enjoy the fresh air and the sound of the sea. Many people go fishing in the morning, while others work in small shops or government offices. The streets are quiet, and there are no big buildings or traffic. In the afternoon, children play outside, and families gather for dinner. Shops close early, and by night, the island is calm and peaceful. People enjoy life without stress, and they value time with family and friends.

Questions and Answers:

1. Where is Funafuti?
   It is in the Pacific Ocean.

2. What do people do in the morning?
   They wake up early and go fishing.

3. Are there big buildings in Funafuti?
   No, there are no big buildings.

4. What happens in the evening?
   Shops close early, and people spend time with family.