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2. In pairs, describe what people used to do in the past. Use the topics in the chart and your own ideas.

• Transportation: People used to travel by foot or horse for short distances, and by horse carts or boats for longer distances. They also had to plan their trips carefully, as it took much longer to get from one place to another.
• Communication: People used to communicate by sending letters, telegrams, or using landline phones. It was much more difficult to stay in touch with family and friends who lived far away, and communication was slow and expensive.
• Trade: People used to depend on local production and limited international trade. They had to rely on what was available locally, and there were fewer options for goods and services.
• Home life: People used to have limited access to technology, appliances, and entertainment. They spent more time outdoors or doing chores at home. Families were also larger and more closely knit, and they spent more time together.
• Education: Access to education was limited, and mostly traditional teaching methods were used. Students had to attend school in person, and there were fewer opportunities for higher education.
• Beliefs: Religion, superstition, and traditional customs had a strong influence on people's beliefs and values. People were more conservative and traditional in their thinking, and there was less diversity in beliefs and ideas.