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Shopping

Intermediate

Exercise 1

Vocabulary

mug

Noun

mʌɡ

a large cup, usually used for hot drinks

She took a coffee mug from the shelf.

change

Noun

ʧeɪnʤ

money, usually coins, given in exchange for bigger notes

I'll go in and buy a soda, to get some change.

aisle

Noun

aɪl

a long and narrow space between two rows of something (e.g. seats, shelves, etc.)

The flight attendant is standing in the aisle.

She made her way slowly down the aisle looking for an empty seat.

Some bottles have been stacked in the aisle so that shoppers might make a purchase.

The bride looked so fabulous and happy as she walked down the aisle.

bill

Noun

bɪl

paper money

Do you know whose face is on the $20 bill?

cashier

Noun

kæˈʃiːr

a person whose job is to charge for goods that are bought

Go straight to the cashier and pay after you choose the one perfect for you, so that we can save time.

Exercise 2

Useful Expressions

How much is this?

Do you accept credit cards?

Do you have this in another color/size/etc. ?

Where are the mugs/cards/socks/etc. ?

Do you have change for...?

Exercise 3

Dialogue Practice

Read the dialogue aloud with your tutor.

Matt is in a supermarket abroad.
	Matt Hello! Do you have paper cups?
	Clerk Yes, they are in aisle 3.
	Matt Thank you. And where are the paper towels?
	Clerk They're in the same aisle as paper cups, sir.
	Matt Oh, I see. One more thing.
Matt points to a shelf with souvenir mugs.
	Matt How much are these?
	Clerk They're 15 dollars each.
	Matt I see... They're all white and black. Do you have these in other colors?
	Clerk I'm afraid we don't, sir.
	Matt Okay, thank you very much.
Having found all that he needed, Matt goes to the cashier.
	Clerk Hello, sir.
	Matt Hi. I'd like to pay for these. Do you accept credit cards?
	Clerk Certainly.
	Matt Great. And, can I ask you a favor?
	Clerk What can I do for you?
	Matt Do you have change for a 20 dollar bill? I have all these bills in my wallet, but I really need some small change for the bus.
	Clerk Of course, sir.
	Matt Thank you so much! I really appreciate it.

Exercise 4

Fill in the Blanks

Fill in the blanks to complete the dialogue.

Scene 1: James is shopping in a clothing store abroad.
	James Excuse me, (1) this shirt in other sizes?
	Shop Clerk We do. What size do you need?
	James Size M, please.
	Shop Clerk Just a second. I will be right back.
After trying the shirt on, James decides to buy it.
	James (2) is it?
	Shop Clerk It’s 34 pounds.
	James Do you (3) credit cards?
	Shop Clerk Yes, of course.

1-3.

Choose answers from the options below that fit in blanks 1 to 3

Scene 2: Lauren is in a grocery store.
	Shop Clerk Can I help you?
	Lauren Yes! (4) the soft drinks?
	Shop Clerk They are in the next aisle.
	Lauren And (5) I find liquor, if you have any?
	Shop Clerk We do have a wide range of liquor. It's in (6) 12.
	Lauren Okay, thank you! And just one more question. Do you have (7) for a fifty?
	Shop Clerk Yes, you can get change at the cash register.
	Lauren Great! Thank you for your help!

4-7.

Choose answers from the options below that fit in blanks 4 to 7

Answer Pool (Questions 1-7)

aisle
change
do you have
How much
where can
Where are
accept

Exercise 5

Role Play

Role-play the following situation with your tutor.

Situation

You are in the shopping mall and you cannot find jeans in one of the stores. Ask the shop assistant where you can find them, ask for the right size and check if you can pay by credit card. Your teacher will be the shop assistant.

Exercise 6

Discussion

Do you like shopping? Why?

Do you think that working as a shop assistant is difficult? Why or why not?

What things make the best souvenirs in your opinion?

What kind of souvenirs can tourists buy in your area?

Do you think “oniomania” (an uncontrollable desire to buy things) is dangerous?