Read the passage silently for 20 seconds. Then, read the passage aloud in 1 minute starting from the title.
Becoming Independent
Nowadays, young adults aim to become independent. One of their goals is to rent an apartment to show that they can live on their own. They usually rent studio apartments because of its cheap rental fee. Young adults rent such apartments near their office or school, and by doing so they can be independent and save money at the same time.
Please look at the passage.
According to the passage, how can young adults be independent and save money at the same time?
Please look at the pictures and describe the situation.
Describe each picture in 2 sentences.
Your story should start with the following sentence:
One day, Shu was talking to Yui about their goals.
1st picture:
One day, Shu was talking to Yui about their goals.
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2nd picture:
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3rd picture:
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Now, I will ask you the following question. Please give 2 reasons to support your answer.
Some people say that it is better to buy than to rent a house.
What do you think about that?
I agree/disagree ____________________________________________________________.
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Now, I will ask you another question. Please give 2 reasons to support your answer.
These days, some people like doing adventure sports.
Do you think this is a good idea?
Yes/No ______________________________________________________________________.
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