Friend in need is a friend indeed.

A Friend in Need is a Friend Indeed

In life, there are moments when things aren’t smooth—challenges, problems, and losses arise. It is during these times that we discover who truly stands by our side. Many people will call themselves friends when everything is going well—successes, joyful moments, and comfort. But when life becomes difficult, true friends don’t walk away; they become your support.

A true friend is someone who not only listens but understands. They are there for you when no one else is. They may not say much, but their presence alone shows that you’re not alone. That kind of friendship is sincere, free of self-interest and pretension.

A friend who stands by you in hard times is more valuable than anything, because their loyalty has been proven through life’s tests. That kind of friendship isn’t built on appearances but on mutual dedication.

Such a friend doesn’t run away from your pain or fears it. Instead, they sit beside you and simply ask, “How can I help?” And that is the true essence of real friendship.

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Having a healthy lifestyle is important for everyone. It helps us to feel good, have more energy, and stay strong. A healthy lifestyle includes eating well, doing exercises, getting enough sleep, and taking care of our health.

First of all eating good food is very important. We should eat fruits, vegetables, meat, fish, eggs, and whole grains. It is also good to drink enough water and not eat too much bad food, sugar, or fast food. Eating at the same time every day is also helpful for our health.

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4. Read the article and answer the questions.

Each traveler took a different route based on their destination and travel style. The map would show the exact routes they followed.
The traveler who doesn’t know where his next destination is could be someone who prefers spontaneous travel, possibly Colin Wright.
The traveler who doesn’t know how he is going to get to his next destination might be someone who relies on last-minute planning or flexible transport options

One refers to the one bag that Colin Wright takes on his trips.

Four might refer to the number of continents or countries visited.

Twenty-four and twenty-four-hour could relate to time zones or travel schedules.

Twenty-six could refer to the number of destinations visited.

102 and 112 might be the number of flights taken or countries visited.

1) I would most like to visit a country with beautiful landscapes and culture, such as Japan or Italy. I would least like to go to a very remote or unsafe place because of safety and comfort reasons.

2) I would most like to try traveling by train because it’s scenic and comfortable. I would least like to travel by hitchhiking because it seems risky.

3) Advantages of this lifestyle include experiencing new cultures, adventure, and personal growth. Disadvantages include instability, lack of routine, and possible travel fatigue.

1) I’ve never crossed a river in a small boat.

2) I’ve visited the sights in Rome.

3) I’ve booked a hotel room online.

4) I’ve taken a ferry.

5) I’ve missed the school bus.

6) I’ve taken the wrong train.

7) I’ve never left a holiday destination without losing something.

1) 24-hour journey

2) Check-in desk

3) Departure lounge

4) Double-decker bus

5) Express train

6) Fishing boat

7) Overhead locker

8) Passport control

9) Traffic jam

1) On school days, what time do you set off in the morning?

2) Have you ever picked up a bag that wasn’t yours at a friend’s house?

3) What was the last time an airport you went to checked in your bag?

4) When was the last time you got off a bus at the wrong stop?

5) Are you good at dealing with unexpected situations?

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a. In ancient times, fires were lit to use smoke as a signal over long distances.

b. Morse code was invented by an American called Samuel Morse.

c. The world’s first television images were shown to scientists in Scotland in 1926.

d. Radios were used to broadcast coded messages during the Second World War.

e. The World Wide Web was designed originally to make it easier for nuclear physics researchers to communicate.

f. Buying books and CDs over the Internet was made popular by the company Amazon.

g. The first mobile phones with cameras were sold in Japan.

h. Vinyl albums and tapes were replaced by CDs, which are now being replaced by MP3s.

i. The first English dictionary was written by Robert Cawdrey in 1644.