II. READING

TASK 1. Read the following passage and choose the correct answer A, B, C or D.

A hobby is something that people do for fun. When they have free time from work or school, lots of people pursue their interests. Common hobbies include creating websites, collecting baseball cards, and drawing.

Most hobbies involve creating something, enjoying the scenery, collecting items or using special equipment. It can be collecting things like stamps, coins, seashells, or even action figures. Some creative people prefer to draw paintings, make crafts, or build models. People who love nature may enjoy bird-watching or gardening. For hobbies like amateur radio, photography, and computer programming, equipment is necessary.

Before the 1900s most people spent nearly all their time working and caring for their families. Only the rich people could pursue hobbies. After the Industrial Revolution, people had more time to develop their hobbies. Today, a lot of people use their free time to play video games and surf the Internet.

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a common hobby?