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Why Are Parks Good for People?

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park

A green public place where people can walk, sit, play, or relax.

We go to the park on sunny days.

nature

The natural world, including plants, animals, land, and water.

People can enjoy nature in a park.

exercise

Physical activity that helps keep the body healthy.

Many people exercise in parks.

calm

Relaxed and not worried or excited.

A quiet park can help people feel calm.

shade

A cool, darker place away from direct sunlight.

Trees give shade on hot days.

green

Full of plants, trees, or grass.

Parks make cities greener.

picnic

A meal eaten outside, usually in a park or natural place.

Families can have a picnic in the park.

community

People who live in the same area or share a place.

Some parks have community activities.

fresh air

Clean outdoor air.

People enjoy fresh air in the park.

bench

A long seat for two or more people, often found outside.

She sat on a bench under a tree.

safe

Not dangerous.

A good park should be clean and safe.

protect

To keep someone or something safe.

People should protect plants and animals in parks.

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People walking, relaxing, and exercising in a green city park
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Why Are Parks Good for People?

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Parks are important places in towns and cities. They give people a place to walk, sit, exercise, and enjoy nature. Some parks are small, and some are very large. Many parks have trees, grass, flowers, paths, and places to sit.

Parks are good for the body. People can walk, run, ride a bike, or play sports there. Children can play outside, and adults can exercise. Even a short walk in a park can help people move more during the day.

Parks are also good for the mind. City life can be busy and noisy. A quiet green place can help people feel calm. Some people sit under a tree, read a book, or listen to birds. Others simply take a break from work, traffic, or screens.

Trees are an important part of many parks. They give shade on hot days and make the air feel cooler. Trees and plants also help make cities greener. They are homes for birds, insects, and other small animals.

Parks can also bring people together. Friends can meet for a walk. Families can have a picnic. Children can play with other children. Some parks have outdoor events, music, or community activities. These places can help people feel more connected to their neighbourhood.

Fresh air is another reason people enjoy parks. In a park, people can spend time outside instead of staying inside all day. This can be especially helpful for people who work or study at a desk for many hours.

Parks are useful for cities too. Green spaces can make an area more beautiful and pleasant. They can give people a safe place to relax. They can also help reduce heat in busy city areas.

However, a good park needs care. It should be clean, safe, and easy to use. People should put rubbish in bins and protect plants and animals. City workers also need to look after paths, trees, lights, and playgrounds.

You do not need to spend a lot of money to enjoy a park. You can take a walk, sit on a bench, talk with a friend, or watch the trees. A simple visit can be a good part of the day.

Parks are more than empty green spaces. They help people move, relax, meet others, and enjoy nature. In busy cities, that can make a big difference.

Verständnisfragen

01

What can people do in parks?

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People can walk, sit, exercise, play, meet friends, and enjoy nature.

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Why are parks good for the body?

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Parks are good for the body because people can walk, run, ride a bike, and play sports there.

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Why are parks good for the mind?

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Parks can help people feel calm and take a break from busy city life.

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What do trees give people on hot days?

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Trees give people shade and can make the air feel cooler.

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How can parks bring people together?

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Friends can meet, families can have picnics, and children can play together.

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Why is fresh air important in parks?

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Fresh air gives people time outside and a break from being indoors all day.

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What does a good park need?

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A good park needs to be clean, safe, and easy to use.

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What is the main message of the text?

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The main message is that parks help people move, relax, meet others, and enjoy nature.

Sprechfragen

01

Do you like going to parks? Why?

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Yes, I like going to parks because I can walk, relax, and enjoy fresh air.

02

What do you usually do in a park?

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I usually walk, sit on a bench, and talk with friends.

03

Do you prefer a park or a shopping mall?

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I prefer a park because it is quieter and I can spend time outside.

04

What makes a park beautiful?

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Trees, flowers, grass, clean paths, and places to sit make a park beautiful.

05

Should cities have more parks?

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Yes, cities should have more parks because people need green spaces to relax and exercise.

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How can people help keep parks clean?

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People can use rubbish bins and avoid damaging plants or leaving waste on the ground.

Nützliche Phrasen

enjoy nature

To spend time outside and like the natural world around you.

Many people go to parks to enjoy nature.

good for the body

Helpful for physical health.

Walking is good for the body.

good for the mind

Helpful for mental health and feeling calm.

Quiet green spaces can be good for the mind.

take a break from

To stop something for a short time and rest.

People can take a break from work in a park.

under a tree

In the space below a tree.

She sat under a tree and read a book.

on hot days

During days when the weather is very warm.

Trees give shade on hot days.

bring people together

To help people meet and spend time with each other.

Parks can bring people together.

have a picnic

To eat a meal outside.

Families can have a picnic in the park.

spend time outside

To be outdoors for a period of time.

Parks help people spend time outside.

a safe place to relax

A place where people can rest without danger.

A park can be a safe place to relax.

look after

To take care of someone or something.

City workers look after trees and paths.

make a big difference

To have an important positive effect.

Green spaces can make a big difference in busy cities.