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  1. Did you have a bike when you were young?
  2. Did you ride a bike when you were little?
  3. Did you ride a bike to school?
  4. Do you ride a bike nowadays?

Sample Answers

Did you have a bike when you were young? Actually, I did have a bike when I was a kid. It was a hand-me-down from my older brother, and I loved it. I think it was a great way to get some exercise and explore my neighborhood without having to rely on my parents for a ride. Plus, it was just a lot of fun!

Did you ride a bike when you were little? Oh, all the time! I grew up in a pretty safe neighborhood, so my parents encouraged me to ride my bike around the block. I think it helped me develop my sense of balance and coordination, and it was a great way to get some fresh air and sunshine. I have a lot of fond memories of riding my bike with my friends.

Did you ride a bike to school? Unfortunately, I didn't ride a bike to school very often. We lived a bit too far away, and the roads weren't very bike-friendly. But on the days when I did ride, it was a great way to wake myself up in the morning and get some exercise before class. Plus, it was a good way to avoid the school bus, which could be pretty crowded and noisy.

Do you ride a bike nowadays? Not as much as I'd like to, unfortunately. I live in a pretty busy city now, and the roads can be pretty intimidating. But I do try to get out for a ride on the weekends or when I'm on vacation. There's something about being on a bike that just feels really freeing and relaxing. I love the feeling of the wind in my hair and the sun on my face.

Key Phrases and Idioms

hand-me-down
an item that is passed down from an older person to a younger person, often within a family
My little brother got my hand-me-down bike when I outgrew it.
I love wearing my mom's hand-me-down jewelry.
get some exercise
to engage in physical activity in order to improve one's health or fitness
I try to get some exercise every day by going for a walk during my lunch break.
Playing sports is a great way to get some exercise and have fun at the same time.

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