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Last weekend, I spent a very fun time with my friends. We had been planning it for a few days, and everyone was excited. We wanted to do something different from our usual routine, so we decided to spend the weekend together outside the city. I woke up early on Saturday morning because I was very excited to meet my friends.

We met at the train station and traveled to a small town near the mountains. The journey was enjoyable. We talked, laughed, and shared snacks during the trip. When we arrived, the weather was perfect — sunny but not too hot. We found a nice place to stay, a small guesthouse with a garden. It was cozy and comfortable, and we immediately felt at home.

After leaving our bags, we went for a walk around the town. There were small streets with colorful houses and local shops. We visited a bakery and bought some fresh bread and pastries. Then we found a small park where we played football and ran around. I was very happy because I enjoy being active with my friends, and we laughed a lot.

In the afternoon, we decided to explore a forest near the town. We took a small path and walked among the trees. The birds were singing, and the air was fresh. We found a small river and sat on the grass near it. Some of my friends skipped stones on the water while others took photos. I tried to climb a tree, but I didn’t manage to go very high. Everyone encouraged me, and we laughed at my small adventure.

In the evening, we returned to the guesthouse. We cooked dinner together. Some of us prepared sandwiches, others made a salad, and a few helped with washing the dishes. Cooking together was fun because we talked and shared stories while working. After dinner, we sat in the garden and played card games. The night was warm, and we could hear the sounds of the forest. It was peaceful and relaxing.

The next morning, we woke up early and had breakfast. Then we decided to go on a small hike to the top of a hill. The view from the top was amazing. We could see the mountains, the forest, and the small town below. We took many photos and even made a short video. I felt happy and proud because we reached the top together.

After the hike, we returned to the guesthouse, packed our bags, and prepared to go home. Before leaving, we sat in the garden for a few minutes and talked about the weekend. Everyone said they had a great time and that we should do it again soon. I felt lucky to have friends who are fun, kind, and supportive.

During this weekend, I realized that spending time with friends is very important. It is not only about having fun but also about helping each other, sharing experiences, and creating memories together. Even small activities, like walking in the park or cooking dinner, become exciting when you are with good friends.

I also learned that teamwork and support make any activity more enjoyable. During the hike, some of my friends were tired, and others encouraged them to continue. When I was nervous about climbing the tree, they helped me and made me laugh. These moments made our friendship stronger.

By the end of the weekend, I was tired but very happy. I had many photos, stories, and memories to remember. We promised each other that we would organize another weekend trip soon. I know that these moments with friends are very valuable, and I will always remember this weekend.

I returned home feeling relaxed and grateful. Friends make life more enjoyable, and spending time with them gives me energy and happiness. I hope that we can have more fun weekends like this in the future. Spending time together, laughing, and sharing experiences is something I will never forget.

Activities

1. Comprehension Questions

Where did the friends go for the weekend?

What did they do on the first day in the town?

Describe the forest walk and activities near the river.

What did the friends do in the evening at the guesthouse?

What was special about the hike to the hill?

Why does the narrator feel lucky to have friends?

What did the narrator learn about spending time with friends?

How did the friends support each other during activities?

2. True or False

The friends stayed in a hotel in the city.

They visited a bakery and bought fresh bread.

They played football in a small park.

They cooked dinner together in the guesthouse.

They made a video during the hike.

The narrator felt tired but happy at the end.

Spending time with friends is only about playing games.

They promised to organize another weekend trip.

3. Fill in the Gaps (Prepositions)

We traveled ___ a small town near the mountains.

We walked ___ the streets and visited local shops.

We sat ___ the grass near the river.

We played card games ___ the garden in the evening.

We took many photos ___ the top of the hill.

I felt grateful ___ having such good friends.

4. Vocabulary Match

journey

cozy

encouraged

memories

supportive

a) comfortable and warm

b) to help someone feel confident

c) a trip from one place to another

d) a person who helps and cares for you

e) something you remember from the past

5. Speaking

Describe a fun weekend you spent with your friends.

What activities do you enjoy doing with friends?

Why is it important to support your friends?

Can you share a memorable moment from a trip with friends?