Old people around the world all have their own special hobbies. In China, I often see grannies . (dance) together in public squares. Old men like to get together and play mahjong .Light exercise is also popular. (one) saw an elderly person walking backwards clapping her hands as a way of exercising.
In America, elderly people dislike playing mahjong. Instead, they prefer (play) cards. Like mahjong, playing cards is great way to socialize(社交) and have ( (funny). Elderly people are often (alone), but hobbies like playing cards can bring friends together. They also enjoy gardening and (bake). Grandmothers especially like baking sweet treats, such as cookies or muffins(松饼)for their grandchildren. Gardening (give) them a chance to get a little bit of exercise and fresh air, as well as grow vegetables and fruit (cook) with. And of course, gossiping(聊八卦) with their elderly friends is popular as well.
