Shopping in English: Practice Vocabulary and Phrases

Question 1

What is the French phrase for asking the price of something?

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Combien?

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Où est-il?

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Je voudrais acheter ça.

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C'est cher.

Question 2

Translate the English adjective **blue** into French.

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bleu

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vert

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blu

Question 3

Translate the French idiom 'faire les courses' into English.

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Go to the market

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Go for a walk

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Do the housework

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Order food online

Question 4

What French preposition would you use to indicate that a sweater is inside your shopping cart?

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dans

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sur

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à côté de

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en face de

Question 5

Translate the sentence 'I don't want a red shirt' into Spanish.

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No quiero una camisa roja.

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Quiero una camisa roja.

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Una camisa roja no quiero.

Question 6

Translate the question **Do you have it in another color?** into French.

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Avez-vous en une autre couleur ?

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Vous l'avez en une autre couleur ?

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Avez-vous une autre couleur ?

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Est-elle dans une autre couleur ?

Question 7

How would you ask a salesperson for help finding a specific item in French?

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Je cherche un pull bleu. Pouvez-vous m'aider ?

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Excusez-moi, où est le rayon des vêtements ?

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Combien coûte cette chemise ?

Question 8

Translate the sentence 'The cashier is at the end of the checkout line.' into English.

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The cashier is at the end of the checkout line.

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The cashier is on the end of the checkout line.

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The cashier is in the end of the checkout line.

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The cashier is to the end of the checkout line.

Question 9

How do you ask for the price of this dress in French?

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Combien coûte cette robe, s'il vous plaît ?

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Où est cette robe ?

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Je voudrais acheter cette robe.

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Cette robe est très jolie.

Question 10

Translate the following sentence into French to ask for a large size of this t-shirt: 'I would like this t-shirt in a large size.'

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Je voudrais ce t-shirt en taille large.

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Je voudrais ce t-shirt en taille petite.

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Je voudrais ce t-shirt en taille moyenne.

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Je voudrais ce t-shirt en taille très grande.

Question 11

What is the English translation of the French word 'soldes'?

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Sales

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Discounts

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Offers

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Clearance

Question 12

Where would you go to purchase clothing?

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Clothing store

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Bakery

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Butcher shop

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Drugstore

Question 13

When shopping, what does the abbreviation 'kg' typically represent?

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Kilograms

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Kilojoules

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Karats

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Knots

Question 14

Translate the sentence 'I need a new pair of shoes' into French.

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J'ai besoin d'une nouvelle paire de chaussures.

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Je cherche une nouvelle paire de chaussures.

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J'ai besoin d'une nouvelle paire de souliers.

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Je cherche d'une nouvelle paire de chaussures.

Question 15

You need to buy 3 apples. How would you ask for this in English?

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Excuse me, can I have 3 apples, please?

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Excuse me, can I have 2 apples, please?

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Excuse me, can I have an apple, please?

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Excuse me, can I have some apples, please?

Question 16

Translate this sentence into English: 'Je voudrais une taille 42 pour ce pantalon.'

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I'd like size 42 of these trousers.

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What size are these trousers?

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I need size 42 trousers.

Question 17

What's the difference between the English words 'shop' and 'store'?

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A 'shop' is a small business that sells a limited range of products, while a 'store' is a larger business that sells a wider variety of products.

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A 'shop' is typically found in a small town, while a 'store' is usually located in a city.

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A 'shop' sells a more specialized range of products than a 'store'.

Question 18

When seeking assistance from a shop assistant, which rule of etiquette should you follow?

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Greeting the shop assistant politely and addressing them directly

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Interrupting the shop assistant while they are helping another customer

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Avoiding eye contact with the shop assistant

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Raising your voice and speaking aggressively

Question 19

Translate this sentence into Spanish: Can I pay with a credit card?

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Puedo pagar con tarjeta de credito?

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Puedo pagar con la tarjeta de credito?

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Puede pagar con tarjeta de credito?

Question 20

When shopping for clothes, which phrase would you use to ask for a specific size?

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What size is this?

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How much is this?

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What color is this?

Question 21

When returning an item, how should you politely ask for a refund in English?

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I'd like to return this item and get a refund.

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I want my money back.

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Can I exchange this for something else?

Question 22

Which of the following is the correct phrase to ask about the price of an item?

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How much is this?

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What is the cost?

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Can you tell me the size?

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What color is this?

Question 23

Which of the following terms is used to describe a shirt that is too small?

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Tight

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Large

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Loose

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Short

Question 24

What is the primary difference between 'cash' and 'card'?

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Cash is physical money, while card is a digital form of payment.

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Card is used to buy things online, while cash is used in-store.

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Cash is used to pay for services, while card is used to purchase goods.

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Card is used to withdraw money from a bank account, while cash is used to make purchases.

Question 25

Which of the following is not typically considered a type of shop?

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Restaurant

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Grocery store

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Department store

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Mall

Question 26

Which of these phrases is the most polite way to ask for a discount?

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Can you offer me a discount?

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Is there any way to get a lower price?

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I'm looking for a better deal.

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I'm not willing to pay that much.

Question 27

What is the most common payment method in the United Kingdom?

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Credit or debit card

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Cash

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Check

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Mobile payment

Question 28

Which of the following is the correct phrase to ask if a product is available?

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Do you have this in stock?

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Can I order this item?

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Where can I find this product?

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Is this available?

Question 29

If you want to see if an item fits you before purchasing it, how would you ask in English?

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Can I try this on, please?

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Can I wear this for a bit?

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Can I take this home to try it on?

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I'd like to see how this looks on me.

Question 30

In the United Kingdom, which of these is NOT a widely accepted payment method?

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Cheque

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Cash

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Credit card

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Mobile payment

Question 31

What does the abbreviation "VAT" stand for in relation to shopping?

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Value Added Tax

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Variable Assessment Tax

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Value Assessment Transaction

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Value Added Transaction

Question 32

When you make a purchase, what document do you receive as proof of your transaction?

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Receipt

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Bill

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Invoice

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Statement

Question 33

In English, how do you ask 'How much does this cost?'

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How much?

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Cuánto cuesta?

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Combien ça coûte?

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Was kostet das?

Question 34

When shopping for clothes, which phrase would you use to ask for a specific size?

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I need a size medium.

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This is too big.

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Do you have this in black?

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Where can I find the fitting rooms?

Question 35

Which of the following is NOT a typical color used to describe clothing?

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Avocado

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Red

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Blue

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Navy

Question 36

If you want to know if a store has a specific item in stock, how would you ask?

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Do you have any of these left?

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Can I order this online?

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What is your return policy?

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Is this on sale?

Question 37

Which payment method is NOT commonly used in the United Kingdom?

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Cheque

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Cash

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Credit card

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Mobile payment

Question 38

When trying on clothes, which phrase is most appropriate to ask a shop assistant for their opinion?

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Does this look good on me?

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Can I get this in a different color?

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How much does this cost?

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Where can I find the dressing rooms?

Question 39

Which expression is commonly used to show gratitude in a shopping context?

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Thank you for your help.

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I'm sorry, I don't need any assistance.

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Could you please tell me where I can find the fitting rooms?

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Do you have this in a larger size?

Question 40

When buying shoes, which question is most important to ask to ensure a proper fit?

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Can I try these on?

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What is your return policy?

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Do you have this in a different color?

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How much are these?

Question 41

Which phrase is commonly used to compare prices?

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This is cheaper than the other one.

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I'm looking for something more expensive.

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Do you have any discounts?

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Can I pay with a credit card?

Question 42

If you are buying a gift for a vegetarian friend, which question is most relevant to ask a shop assistant?

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Do you have any vegan options?

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What is your most popular item?

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Can I get this in a different color?

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How much is this?

Question 43

To inquire about the cost of a T-shirt, which phrase would you use?

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What is the price of this T-shirt?

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How can I acquire this T-shirt?

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Where can I locate this T-shirt?

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What size is this T-shirt?

Question 44

Translate the English word 'size' into its Spanish equivalent.

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Tamaño

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Color

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Precio

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Estilo

Question 45

Which phrase indicates that a product is unavailable?

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We are out of stock.

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We have it in stock.

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It is currently on sale.

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It is the last piece.

Question 46

Select the correct spelling of the word 'shirt' in English.

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shirt

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shurt

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shert

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surt

Question 47

Which question is commonly asked to inquire about a product's composition?

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What material is it made of?

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How much does it weigh?

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What color is it?

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What size is it?

Question 48

How do you say "rucksack" in English?

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Backpack

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Satchel

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Carrier

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Suitcase

Question 49

How do you say "thank you" in English?

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Thank you

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Gracias

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Danke

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Merci

Question 50

How do you say "discount" in English?

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Discount

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Promo

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Special offer

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Half price

Question 51

What is the meaning of the phrase 'Could I pay by card?'?

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Can I use a credit or debit card?

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Do you only accept cash?

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Can I pay with a gift certificate?

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Can I pay in installments?

Question 52

In the UK, what is the term for a wheeled basket used for carrying goods in a supermarket?

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Trolley

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Cart

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Wagon

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Basket

Question 53

Which of the following is an appropriate way to express gratitude for assistance while shopping?

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Thank you for your help.

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You're welcome.

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No problem.

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It's nothing.

Question 54

What is the key difference between a 'discount' and a 'sale'?

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A discount is a temporary reduction in price for a specific item, while a sale is a reduction for a range of items.

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A sale is a temporary reduction in price for a specific item, while a discount is a reduction for a range of items.

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A discount is a clearance of stock, while a sale is a temporary reduction in price.

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A sale is a clearance of stock, while a discount is a temporary reduction in price.

Question 55

Translate 'falda' into English.

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skirt

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dress

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trousers

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shirt

Question 56

Which of the following is not a color?

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happy

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red

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blue

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purple

Question 57

What is the English translation of '¿Qué talla es?'?

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What size is it?

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What color is it?

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How much does it cost?

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Where is it?

Question 58

Which of the following is a common material used to make clothes?

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cotton

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wood

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metal

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plastic

Question 59

Which of the following is not a type of shop?

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library

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bakery

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bookstore

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clothes shop

Question 60

How do you say 'I would like to pay by card' in English?

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I'd like to pay by card, please.

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I want to pay with card.

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Can I pay with card?

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I need to pay by card.

Question 61

To ask for the price of an item, which phrase should you use?

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How much is it?

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What size is it?

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What color is it?

Question 62

Which word means 'large' in size?

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Large

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Small

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Medium

Question 63

When a customer asks 'What color is it?', which response from a shopkeeper is correct?

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It's red.

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It's £10.

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It's small.

Question 64

Which sentence is grammatically correct?

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I want to buy this shirt.

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I want buy this shirt.

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I want buying this shirt.