Talking about Shopping: Interactive Quizzes and Learning Resources

Question 1

How do you ask if an item is available in a different size?

Accepted Answer

Do you have a larger size?

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Can I get it in a smaller size?

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Is there a different colour available?

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How much is the larger size?

Question 2

Which of the following is a polite way to ask for a refund?

Accepted Answer

I'd like to return this item, please.

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Can I get my money back for this?

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This isn't what I ordered.

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I'm not satisfied with this purchase.

Question 3

What is the main difference between 'sale' and 'clearance'?

Accepted Answer

Clearance items are often heavily discounted.

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Sale items are usually more expensive than clearance items.

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Sale items are usually seasonal, while clearance items are not.

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There is no difference between sale and clearance.

Question 4

What is the English translation for 'camiseta'?

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T-shirt

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Skirt

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Shirt

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Dress

Question 5

What does the phrase 'on sale' mean?

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Reduced in price

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Out of stock

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Not available

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New arrival

Question 6

Which of the following is a synonym for 'expensive'?

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Costly

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Cheap

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Affordable

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Reasonable

Question 7

Which of the following is a common item found in a grocery store?

Accepted Answer

Milk

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Computer

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Clothes

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Furniture

Question 8

What is the difference between 'cash' and 'credit'?

Accepted Answer

Cash is a physical payment, while credit is a digital payment.

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Credit is a physical payment, while cash is a digital payment.

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Cash is a temporary payment, while credit is a permanent payment.

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Credit is a temporary payment, while cash is a permanent payment.

Question 9

Which item is typically NOT found in a department store?

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Groceries

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Clothing

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Electronics

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Furniture

Question 10

To inquire about the availability of a particular item in a shop, you would say:

Accepted Answer

Do you have any red dresses in stock?

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Can I have a medium-sized t-shirt?

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Where are the books located?

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I'm looking for a new laptop.

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a valid method of payment in a shop?

Accepted Answer

Bitcoin

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Cash

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Credit card

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Cheque

Question 12

Translate the phrase 'Can I try it on?' into Spanish.

Accepted Answer

¿Puedo probármelo?

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¿Lo puedo llevar?

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¿Cuál es el precio?

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¿Está disponible?

Question 13

Which of these clothing items is worn on the bottom half of the body?

Accepted Answer

Jeans

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Shirt

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Hat

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Scarf

Question 14

Which of the following is not an electronic device?

Accepted Answer

Book

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Smartphone

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Computer

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Tablet

Question 15

What does 'VAT' stand for?

Accepted Answer

Value Added Tax

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Value Assessment Tax

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Variable Addition Tax

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Virtual Accounting Tax

Question 16

What is the main purpose of a barcode on a product?

Accepted Answer

To identify the product and its price

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To show when the product was made

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To give information about the materials used

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To keep track of how many of the product are left

Question 17

What is the polite way to ask a shop assistant for help?

Accepted Answer

Excuse me, can you help me?

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Hey, you!

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I need help, come over here

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Where are you?

Question 18

Which of the following words means 'to purchase' in English?

Accepted Answer

Buy

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Sell

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Rent

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Exchange

Question 19

What does the acronym 'VAT' stand for in a shopping context?

Accepted Answer

Value Added Tax

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Value At Tax

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Tax Added Value

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Tax At Value

Question 20

Which of the following is a common way to express satisfaction with a purchase?

Accepted Answer

I'm happy with it!

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I don't like it.

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It's too expensive.

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I'll take it.

Question 21

What is the main purpose of a 'sale' in a shop?

Accepted Answer

To sell items at a discounted price

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To give away items for free

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To increase the price of items

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To exchange items for other items

Question 22

Which of the following is a typical item of clothing sold in a department store?

Accepted Answer

T-shirt

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Car

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Computer

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Food

Question 23

What is the currency used in the United Kingdom?

Accepted Answer

Pound sterling

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Euro

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Dollar

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Yen

Question 24

What is the term for a large indoor shopping centre with multiple stores?

Accepted Answer

Mall

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Market

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Boutique

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Supermarket

Question 25

Which of the following is an example of a non-essential item?

Accepted Answer

Books

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Food

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Medicine

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Water

Question 26

When shopping for clothes, which question is not appropriate to ask?

Accepted Answer

What is the exchange rate to US dollars?

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How much does it cost?

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What size do you have?

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Can I try it on?

Question 27

You need help finding the right size shoes. What phrase can you use to ask a store assistant for assistance?

Accepted Answer

Can I try them on, please?

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Do you have these in a size 7?

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How much are these shoes?

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Can you recommend a similar style?

Question 28

Which of these items is most likely to be found in a grocery store?

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Bread

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Computer

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Clothes

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Toys

Question 29

What is a name for a place where you can buy food and drinks to take away?

Accepted Answer

Takeaway

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Restaurant

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Cafe

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Pub

Question 30

How can a store's layout and design influence customers' shopping experience?

Accepted Answer

It can create a welcoming atmosphere and encourage customers to spend more.

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It only affects customers who are looking for specific items.

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The store's layout has no impact on customers' shopping experience.

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It only affects customers who are shopping online.

Question 31

What is the English translation for the Spanish word 'camisa'?

Accepted Answer

Shirt

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T-shirt

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Dress

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Blouse

Question 32

Which of the following is NOT a common payment method?

Accepted Answer

Barter

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Cash

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Credit card

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Cheque

Question 33

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of shopping online?

Accepted Answer

Personalized shopping experience

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Convenience

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Wider selection

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Lower prices

Question 34

What is the English translation of 'falda' in Spanish?

Accepted Answer

Skirt

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Dress

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Trousers

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Shirt

Question 35

Which of the following is NOT a typical place to go shopping in the UK?

Accepted Answer

Cinema

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Department store

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Market

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Boutique

Question 36

When you need help from a shop assistant, what is the polite way to ask?

Accepted Answer

Excuse me, can you help me?

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Hey, I need your help!

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Can you tell me where this is?

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Show me the way to the dresses.

Question 37

What does the phrase 'out of stock' mean?

Accepted Answer

The item is not available

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The item is on sale

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The item is in high demand

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The item is damaged

Question 38

Which of the following payment methods is becoming increasingly popular?

Accepted Answer

Mobile payment

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Cash

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Credit card

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Cheque

Question 39

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of online shopping?

Accepted Answer

Instant delivery

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Convenience

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Wider selection

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Lower prices

Question 40

Imagine you're shopping in a busy store. Which of these is LEAST likely to be a problem?

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Friendly staff

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Long lines

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Not enough parking

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Finding what you need

Question 41

Which item is not typically purchased while shopping for clothing?

Accepted Answer

Electronics

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Tops

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Dresses

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Jeans

Question 42

Which is the best way to ask for assistance from a shop assistant?

Accepted Answer

Excuse me, can you help me?

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Hey, I need some help!

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Can I get some help?

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I'm lost, help!

Question 43

When describing the size of a garment, which term indicates a large size?

Accepted Answer

XL

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M

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L

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S

Question 44

What type of shop would you visit to buy groceries?

Accepted Answer

Supermarket

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Electronics store

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Clothing store

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Department store

Question 45

Which payment method is not usually accepted in most shops?

Accepted Answer

Barter

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Cash

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Debit card

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Credit card

Question 46

When asking for a different size of a garment, which phrase is appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Can I have a larger size, please?

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Get me a different size.

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I need a bigger one.

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This one is too small.

Question 47

What is the main purpose of a shopping receipt?

Accepted Answer

To provide proof of purchase

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To enter competitions

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To get a discount on future purchases

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To track spending

Question 48

You need a new pair of jeans. How do you ask the shop assistant for help in finding the right size?

Accepted Answer

Can you help me find a size 12?

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Where are the jeans?

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I want to buy jeans.

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Do you have jeans in my size?

Question 49

You want to know the price of a shirt. What question do you ask?

Accepted Answer

How much is this shirt?

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I want to buy this shirt.

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Is this shirt on sale?

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Do you have this shirt in another colour?

Question 50

You're buying a new phone and want to know if it has a camera. Which question is the most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Does this phone have a camera?

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What kind of camera does it have?

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I need a phone with a camera.

Question 51

You're shopping for groceries. You need to buy milk, bread, and cheese. How would you ask for these items in a shop?

Accepted Answer

Can I get some milk, bread, and cheese please?

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I need milk, bread, and cheese.

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I want milk, bread, and cheese.

Question 52

You're looking for a specific item in a shop. How do you politely ask the staff for help?

Accepted Answer

Excuse me, could you help me find [item]?

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Help me find the [item], please.

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I need the [item].

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Where's the [item]?