SPEAKING TOPIC UNIT 5: CONSUMERISM

Q1: Do you enjoy shopping?

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Yes, I do enjoy shopping. It's a great way to relax and
unwind, and it's also a good way to find new things that I
need or want. Shopping can also be a social activity, as I
often go shopping with friends or family members. I find it
enjoyable to browse through different stores and see
what's new and trendy.
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Q2: What do you shop for?

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I shop for a variety of things, depending on my needs and
interests. I usually shop for clothes, shoes, and accessories, as I
enjoy updating my wardrobe and trying out new styles. I also
shop for groceries and household items, such as cleaning
supplies and kitchen appliances. Occasionally, I'll also shop for
gifts for friends and family members.
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Q3: Where do you shop?

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I shop at a variety of different stores and locations. For clothes
and accessories, I often shop at department stores or boutique
shops that offer a wide selection of styles and brands.
For groceries and household items, I typically shop at
supermarkets or online stores like Tiki, Amazone. I also enjoy
shopping at local markets and specialty stores when I'm
traveling, as it's a great way to experience the local culture and
find unique items.
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Q4: How do you choose your shopping place?

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When I choose a shopping place, I consider a variety of
factors. Firstly, I look for stores that offer good quality
products at reasonable prices. I also consider the location of
the store, as I prefer places that are convenient and easy to get
to. Additionally, I prefer stores that offer a good shopping
experience, such as friendly and helpful staff, clean and well-
organized displays
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Q5: Do you prefer to go shopping in the shopping mall or on the street market?

Suggested answers Notes

It honestly depends on what I'm shopping for and the mood I'm Tuyết’s
in. If I'm looking for a wide range of options and a Sắp xếp
comfortable shopping environment, I tend to prefer going to a - Purchase (n)
mall. Malls often have a variety of stores and restaurants all in - Special (a)
one place, which can be convenient and efficient. Thêm những từ nối
On the other hand, if I'm in the mood to explore and tương phản:
experience the local culture, I prefer going to street markets. Meanwhile, While
Street markets often offer unique and handmade items that
you can't find in malls, and they're often bustling with energy
and excitement.
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Q6 When was the last time you went to a street market?

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The last time I went to a street market was about two Street
months ago during my vacation in Thailand. I loved the vibrant Abroad, introduce,
atmosphere and the variety of goods that were available for
purchase. The street market was full of colorful stalls selling Went there, she was very
everything from clothing and accessories to souvenirs and interested, took a lot of
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vendors and see the unique items that they had to offer.
Overall, it was a memorable and enjoyable shopping
experience.
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 MORE VOCABULARY TOPIC UNIT 5: CONSUMERISM

Nouns
A shop (n.) = A store (n.) (US)
1) A department store
2) A shopping mall (US)
3) A shopping centre (UK)
4) A pop-up shop = A space leased (rented) for days or weeks to sale products
5) A one-stop shop = A shop providing different products or services in one place
6) A high-end shop = selling expensive stuff
7) An up-market shop = selling expensive stuff
8) A retail shop = a shop selling to individual customers (B to C)
9) A wholesale shop = a shop selling to businesses (B to B)
A sale (n)
1) Give something in exchange for money
2) Goods are sold at a lower price
3) A clearance sale = a sale to clear stocks (everything must go!)
4) A winter sale
5) An end-of-season sale
Verbs
 To shop (v.)
 To shop for clothes / food
 To go shopping for clothes / food
 To shop around = to look for the best price
 To do the shopping = to buy food
 To do the weekly shop = to buy food for the whole week
 To window shop = to look but without buying anything
To buy (v.)
 To purchase (formal)
 To procure (formal – mainly used when companies buy things)
 To pick up (informal)
 To snap up (buy something quickly and cheap)
 To get hold of…

The Pros and Cons of Consumerism

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What is consumerism?
1. The protection of consumer rights.
2. The preoccupation with buying more and more.
A) The Advantages
Access
 We can follow the latest fashions and fads.
 We can buy items from all over the world.
 We have a wider choice of products to buy.
 We are often spoilt for choice (= there is too much choice)
 Technology has made consumerism so easy, we can buy stuff at the click
of a button.
Growth
 More consumption can lead to economic growth

The Disadvantages
Values
 A consumer society can lead to a distortion of values, where people
value material things rather than relationships.
 Obsession with materialism
 Mental health problems
Addiction

 We can become addicted to shopping and only find happiness in the next
‘hit’ or purchase
Debt (/det/)
 To be in debt = to owe money
 To live beyond your means = spend more than you earn