Dear Tim,

I want to tell you about my life here. The people are very friendly, and the teachers are great. I don't have many friends because my English is not very good.

The city is very beautiful. There are many flowers everywhere. Tomorrow's Saturday, and I (8) will join the soccer club and (9) meet with more American teenagers.

As for school, I've met (1) several teachers who (2) have a new home. I've also noticed (3) many students (4) taking part in all (7) kinds of activities in my school! I like to make...

(5) Unfortunately, the food is terrible! You and (6) I think it is...

Here’s a breakdown of the answers:

1. several – Refers to the number of teachers Thomas has met.
2. have – Indicates that the teachers possess a new home.
3. many – Refers to the quantity of students involved in activities.
4. taking part in – Describes what students are doing in the activities.
5. Unfortunately – Expresses a negative opinion about the food.
6. I – Completes the comparison with Tim.
7. kinds of – Describes the variety of activities.