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Unit 3 R E A D I N G 2

I n a small English village, Life in English Town Expectancy
people have found a

simple way to live a long

time. People in Montacute

grow their own fruits and

vegetables on good farming

land. Many of the old

residents have done this their whole lives. They claim that it has

helped them live for a long time! As a matter of fact, Montacute has

the highest *life expectancy in all of England. The average age of

death for men is 89. As you can see in the graph below, this is higher

than most other places in England by more than 5 to 10 years. What

they eat is not the only secret for their healthy and long

lives. Another is the work. Everyone puts a lot of effort

and care into their gardens. ,

they stay active, healthy, and happy.

* life expectancy: an expected time to live

English Usage

• have(has) + p.p. : present perfect tense
- We can use a present perfect to say how long a situation or action has
continued to now.
Peter has known her for three years. (NOT ... s≤ ince three years.)
Jessica has collected stamps for many years.

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