A Quiet Hour After Work
- English level
- Level 1
- Topic
- Daily Routines
- Estimated reading time
- 1 min

Your body works hard all day.
A quiet hour after work changes everything.
Many people feel very tired after work.

They sit down and close their eyes.
Some people drink a warm cup of tea.
The room is quiet and calm.
Silence helps the brain rest.

The brain thinks less and feels better.
Some people read a simple book.
Others just sit by the window.
They watch the sky turn orange and pink.

The world feels soft and slow.
A short rest helps you feel good again.
You do not need much time.
One quiet hour is enough.
Key Vocabulary
Calm (n) Not showing or feeling nervousness, anger, or other strong emotions.UK: kɑːmUS: kɑːmLearn more
Quiet (adj) Making little or no noise.UK: ˈkwaɪətUS: ˈkwaɪətLearn more
Rest (n) Cease work or movement in order to relax, sleep, or recover strength.UK: restUS: restLearn more
Silence (n) Complete absence of sound.UK: ˈsaɪlənsUS: ˈsaɪlənsLearn more
Tired (adj) In need of sleep or rest; weary.UK: ˈtaɪədUS: ˈtaɪərdLearn more

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