In this topic, we will talk about spending many hours online. Many people use their phones, computers, or tablets for a long time every day. Sometimes, it can become a bad habit if it stops you from doing other important things, like studying, exercising, or spending time with family. It is important to balance online activities with other parts of life.
Examples:
I spend two hours online every night.
She watches videos for many hours.
They play games on the computer all day.
GRAMMAR
We use the present simple tense to talk about habits and routines.
Structure:
Subject + base verb (add -s or -es for he/she/it)
Examples:
I use my phone every morning.
He plays video games after school.
They watch TV on weekends.
Questions:
Do you spend a lot of time online?
Does she use the computer every day?
Short Answers:
Yes, I do. / No, I don't.
Yes, she does. / No, she doesn't.
VOCABULARY (10 words with definition)
Habit – something you do regularly
Online – connected to the internet
Spend – use time doing something
Video – moving pictures and sound
Computer – a machine for using the internet, games, and work
Tablet – a small computer you can carry
Phone – a device for calls, messages, and internet
Social media – websites where people share information
Exercise – activity to make your body strong
Balance – giving equal time to different activities
USEFUL EXPRESSIONS
I often watch videos online.
He spends too much time on his phone.
She uses her computer for homework.
We should take a break from screens.
They usually play games online.
SENTENCES
Positive:
I spend two hours online every day.
He watches videos on his tablet.
They play games together online.
Negative:
I don't spend all day online.
She doesn't use social media much.
They don't watch too many videos.
Questions and Answers:
Do you spend many hours online? – Yes, I do.
Does he like playing games online? – Yes, he does.
Do they use the computer every day? – No, they don't.
Does she watch videos every night? – No, she doesn't.
CONVERSATION
Maya: Do you spend a lot of time online?
Leo: Yes, I do. I play games and watch videos.
Maya: How many hours a day?
Leo: About four hours after school.
Maya: Wow! That's a lot. Do you also do your homework?
Leo: Sometimes I forget. I know I need better balance.
Maya: Maybe you can make a schedule. Work first, then games!
Leo: That's a good idea! I will try it.
READING
Is Spending Hours Online a Bad Habit?
Anna loves to be online. She checks her phone in the morning, uses her computer at school, and watches videos at night. Sometimes, she spends six hours online in one day! Anna notices she has less time to do homework and exercise. She decides to change. Now, she only uses the internet for two hours a day. She feels happier and healthier.
Questions:
What does Anna do online?
How many hours did she spend online before?
What problems did Anna have?
What did Anna decide to do?
How does she feel now?
Answers:
She checks her phone, uses her computer, and watches videos.
Six hours a day.
Less time for homework and exercise.
She uses the internet only two hours a day.
She feels happier and healthier.
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