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  1. Which wild animal do you like the most?
  2. Have you ever seen a wild animal before?
  3. Do you like to go to the zoo?
  4. Have you ever had a pet?

Sample Answers

Which wild animal do you like the most? I'm really fascinated by elephants, I think they're incredible creatures. I mean, have you ever seen an elephant up close? They're massive, but at the same time, they're so gentle and intelligent. I love how they live in big families and take care of each other. It's really inspiring to see how they work together and communicate with each other.

Have you ever seen a wild animal before? Actually, I have! When I was on a trip to Africa, I went on a safari and saw a bunch of wild animals in their natural habitat. It was an amazing experience. I saw lions, giraffes, and even a leopard. What struck me was how different they looked in person compared to pictures. I mean, you can see the textures of their fur and the way they move, it's just incredible. And the best part was seeing them interact with each other, it was like watching a nature documentary come to life.

Do you like to go to the zoo? Yeah, I love going to the zoo! I think it's a great way to learn about different animals and see them up close. Plus, it's always a fun day out with family or friends. I remember when I was a kid, I used to love watching the monkeys swing from tree to tree. Now, I appreciate the conservation efforts that zoos are involved in, like breeding programs and habitat preservation. It's great to see how zoos are working to protect endangered species.

Have you ever had a pet? I had a pet dog when I was growing up, and it was an amazing experience. Her name was Luna, and she was a golden retriever. I loved taking her for walks and playing fetch with her. What I loved most about having a pet was the companionship. She'd always be there to greet me when I came home from school, wagging her tail. It taught me a lot about responsibility too, like feeding her and taking care of her. I think having a pet is a great way to learn important life skills.

Key Phrases and Idioms

incredible creatures
extremely good or exciting
The fireworks display was incredible.
The view from the top of the mountain was incredible.
take care of each other
to look after and help someone or something
My mom takes care of my grandma.
The nurse took care of the patient.
natural habitat
the environment in which an animal or plant normally lives
The polar bear's natural habitat is the Arctic.
The coral reef is the natural habitat of many fish.
come to life
to become real or exciting
The city comes to life at night.
The characters in the book came to life on the movie screen.

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