Unit: Daily Life and Shopping

8.4.2.1(8.R2) Understand specific information and detail in texts on a growing range of familiar general and curricular topics, including some extended texts

• Find particular facts and parts in reading passage

Knowledge and comprehension

Task. Read the text.

Shopping plays an important role in people’s life. Everyone needs food and clothes. Children can hardly live without toys, books, puzzles, pencils and balls. Teenagers are obsessed with gadgets, jeans and sunglasses. Males adore cars, watches, TV and music devices, sport and fishing facilities. Females love dresses, accessories, cosmetics, jewelries, and perfume. All that can be purchased in supermarkets, boutiques, or shopping centers.

Shopping is a money matter. Every item of goods has an individual price, which depends on the goods quality. However, the place where it is exposed for selling can also influence the price. Supermarkets usually offer mass consumption products. The cheapest meat, cheese, drinks, culinary products, fruits and vegetables can be bought there. Expensive brand garments, accessories, jewelries and souvenirs are usually exposed in boutiques and modern shopping centers. Such places are very popular in the periods of season discounts.

Many people believe that shopping is one of the household duties. It is necessary to plan finances and control them while shopping. But shopping can be an enjoyable activity held in a trading and entertainment center. This is a possibility to buy the necessary things and have good time with friends or family members.

Moreover, purchases for special occasions are very pleasant and involving. They help to recover from everyday stress and have a healing effect. Modern shopping centers offer a relaxing atmosphere with such entertainment as cinemas, cafes, spa, and children playing grounds. Communication with friends and family members can make the shopping amazing! Colorful shopping bags and good memories bring happiness and satisfaction.

Level –I (1-6).

Define the sentences as True (T) or False (F) and write. (6 points)

1. Men and women enjoy buying different things. _

2. The price of the goods can depend on the place where they are sold.

3. Boutiques and modern shopping centers do not have any discounts.

4. Shopping can have a healing effect.

5. Modern shopping centers offer a great choice of goods but no additional entertainment such as cinemas, cafes, spa and children playing grounds.

6. Finances must be control by government.

Level –II ( 7-8)

? Comprehension Questions (Choose A, B, or C) (7-8 points)

1. What influences the price of goods besides their quality? A) The buyer’s income B) The seller’s mood C) The place where they are sold

2. Why are boutiques and shopping centers popular during certain times? A) They offer free gifts B) They host seasonal discounts C) They sell only food

3. What makes shopping enjoyable according to the text? A) Bargaining with sellers B) Spending time with friends or family C) Buying only expensive items

4. What additional features do modern shopping centers offer? A) Free transportation B) Educational courses C) Entertainment like cinemas and cafes

Level –III (9-10)

? Comprehension Questions (9-10 points)

1. What do teenagers especially like to buy? ……………………………………….

2. Where can you find the cheapest food products? ……………………………………….

3. What makes shopping enjoyable according to the text? ……………………………………….

4. What kind of atmosphere do modern shopping centers provide. ………………………………

Level –VI (10) ? Mini Project: The World of Shopping – An Analytical Breakdown (10 points)

? Part 1: Project Goal: To analyze the role of shopping in everyday life by breaking down the text into key themes, comparing shopping habits, and reflecting on personal experiences.

• Basic Needs: ……………………………………….

• Age-Based Preferences: …………………………………

• Price Factors: ………………………………………..

• Shopping Venues: ……………………………………….

• Emotional Impact: ………………………………………..

• Entertainment Value: ………………………………………..

? Part 2: Compare Shopping Venues Create a table comparing supermarkets, boutiques, and shopping centers.

? Part 3: Personal Reflection

Write a short paragraph answering:

“What kind of shopping experience do you enjoy most and why?” Suggested answer: I enjoy shopping in _____________ ___________ because I can buy ______________ _____________ _________ with ____________. The ________________ atmosphere, _____________ options, and ____________-discounts make it ___________ and _____________.

? Part 4: Creative Extension Design a poster or flyer titled “Smart Shopping Tips” with 3–5 tips based on the text. Suggested tips:

• Plan your …………………………………….

• Choose the ……………………………………….

• Look for ………………………………………...

• Shop with …………………………………………..

• Don’t forget ………………………………………….

Supermarket

Food, drinks, everyday items

Low

Practical, busy

Boutique

Brand-name clothes, accessories, gifts

High

Stylish, exclusive

Shopping Center

Mixed goods + entertainment

Mixed (low to high)

Relaxing, social