6. a) Look at the table and write sentences about past. Use used to and didn't use to
Hundreds of years ago
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x
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People
1. live so long
2. use computers
3. have bigger families
4. think earth was flat
5. believe in ghosts and devils
6. look after animals
7. watch TV
8. wash their clothes by hand
To answer this question, we need to look at the table and write sentences about the past using "used to" and "didn't use to". Let's analyze each statement and form the correct sentences.
1. People used to live so long.
Explanation: In the past, people had longer lifespans compared to the present.
2. People didn't use to use computers.
Explanation: Computers were not commonly used in the past.
3. People used to have bigger families.
Explanation: In the past, families used to have more members.
4. People used to think the earth was flat.
Explanation: In the past, people believed that the earth was a flat surface.
5. People used to believe in ghosts and devils.
Explanation: In the past, it was common for people to believe in supernatural beings such as ghosts and devils.
6. People used to look after animals.
Explanation: In the past, people used to take care of animals.
7. People didn't use to watch TV.
Explanation: Television was not available or commonly used in the past.
8. People used to wash their clothes by hand.
Explanation: In the past, people used to clean their clothes manually without the use of washing machines.
By using "used to" and "didn't use to" in the appropriate places, we have formed sentences that accurately describe the past based on the information given in the table.