Shopping in a Foreign Language: Master Vocabulary and Communication Skills

Question 1

When you're at a market in Spain and want to buy apples, how do you ask for two apples in Spanish?

Accepted Answer

Quiero dos manzanas

Answer

Me gustan dos manzanas

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Tengo dos manzanas

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Necesito dos manzanas

Question 2

Excuse me, could you please tell me where the clothes department is?

Accepted Answer

Excuse me, could you tell me where the clothes department is, please?

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Where is the clothes department?

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Excuse me, which way to the jeans department?

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Which is the clothes department?

Question 3

Excuse me, do you have this sweater in blue? I'd like to buy one.

Accepted Answer

Yes, we do. It's on the shelf over there.

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No, we don't have it in blue, but we have it in green.

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We have it in green and red.

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I'm sorry, I don't understand.

Question 4

You're in a clothes shop and want to ask for a small blue T-shirt. How should you ask?

Accepted Answer

Can I have a small blue T-shirt?

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A small blue T-shirt?

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I have a small blue T-shirt?

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I want a blue and small T-shirt

Question 5

In an Italian shop, which phrase should you use to ask the price of an item?

Accepted Answer

Quanto costa?

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Dove sei?

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Come ti chiami?

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Che cosa fai?

Question 6

When shopping for a T-shirt in a Spanish clothing store, how would you ask the salesperson about its price?

Accepted Answer

¿Cuánto cuesta la camiseta?

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¿Dónde está la camiseta?

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¿Me puede ayudar?

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¿Qué talla es la camiseta?

Question 7

When asking for help in a shop, which of these is the least polite way to address the shop assistant?

Accepted Answer

Oi! Help me out!

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Excuse me, could you please help me?

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Hello, can I get some assistance?

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Pardon me, I need some help.

Question 8

How do you ask for the price of a T-shirt in Spanish?

Accepted Answer

¿Cuánto cuesta una camiseta?

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¿Dónde está la camiseta?

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¿Cómo se llama esta camiseta?

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¿Me puede ayudar a encontrar una camiseta?

Question 9

You're shopping for clothes and want to ask for a T-shirt in a specific size. How would you ask for it?

Accepted Answer

Excuse me, do you have a T-shirt in size large, please?

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What's the largest T-shirt you have?

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Do you have a T-shirt that fits me?

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I need a T-shirt in size 10.

Question 10

You're in a clothing store in Paris and want to buy a T-shirt. How do you ask the shop assistant the price in French?

Accepted Answer

Combien coûte ce T-shirt ?

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Où est ce T-shirt ?

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Je voudrais acheter ce T-shirt ?

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C'est combien ce T-shirt ?

Question 11

When shopping for clothes, which item would you NOT find in the clothing section?

Accepted Answer

Orange

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Scarf

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Sweater

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Hat

Question 12

You're in a shoe shop in Spain and want to ask the price of a pair of shoes. How would you say it in Spanish?

Accepted Answer

¿Cuánto cuestan estos zapatos?

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¿Dónde están los zapatos?

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¿Me puede dar los zapatos?

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¿Tiene los zapatos?

Question 13

When shopping, which question can you ask a shop assistant to locate a particular item?

Accepted Answer

Excuse me, where are the blue t-shirts?

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Where is the bathroom?

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How much does it cost?

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Can you help me?

Question 14

In Spanish, how do you ask if a clothing store has a particular item in stock?

Accepted Answer

¿Tienes _____?

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¿Dónde está _____?

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¿Cuánto cuesta _____?

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¿De qué color es _____?

Question 15

In Spanish, which number would you use to ask for four apples?

Accepted Answer

cuatro

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uno

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cinco

Question 16

Translate the sentence into Spanish: I would like a red sweater, please.

Accepted Answer

Un suéter rojo, por favor.

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Un suéter azul, por favor.

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Azul suéter, por favor.

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Rojo suéter, por favor.

Question 17

While shopping for clothes, which item is NOT a type of clothing?

Accepted Answer

Computer

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Scarf

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Jeans

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Sweater

Question 18

Which of these clothing items is usually NOT made of leather?

Accepted Answer

Jeans

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Jacket

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Boots

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Belt

Question 19

In a supermarket, where would you find fresh vegetables and fruits?

Accepted Answer

Produce section

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Bakery section

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Deli section

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Seafood section

Question 20

You're buying a T-shirt that costs 7 pounds. You pay with a 10-pound note. How much change will you receive?

Accepted Answer

3 pounds

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7 pounds

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13 pounds

Question 21

When you enter a shop, what is the polite way to greet the shop assistant?

Accepted Answer

Say 'Hello' or 'Good morning/afternoon' with a smile.

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Walk in and start browsing without saying anything.

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Ask 'Excuse me, can you help me find something?' right away.

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Ignore the shop assistant and hope they will approach you.

Question 22

You're shopping for a new shirt in a clothing store. You ask a shopkeeper, 'Excuse me, where can I find shirts?' How would the shopkeeper most likely reply?

Accepted Answer

Certainly! The shirts are on the left.

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Sorry, we're out of shirts today.

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We have many shirts. What style do you want?

Question 23

At the market, you want to buy two red apples. How do you ask the shopkeeper for the price in French?

Accepted Answer

Combien coûtent deux pommes rouges ?

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Où sont deux pommes rouges ?

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Quel est le prix d'une pomme rouge ?

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Comment s'appellent deux pommes rouges ?

Question 24

When shopping, how do you tell the shopkeeper the exact number of items you want to buy?

Accepted Answer

Use specific numbers or words like "one", "two", or "a dozen" to indicate the exact amount.

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Use the word "many" to indicate a large quantity.

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Use the word "some" to indicate a small quantity.

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Use hand gestures to show the amount.

Question 25

You're shopping for shoes and ask a salesperson for a specific size. They check the stock and tell you they don't have it. What's the best way to respond?

Accepted Answer

Thank you for checking. I'll look elsewhere.

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That's disappointing. I need them today.

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I won't leave until you find them!

Question 26

When shopping, how would you ask the shop assistant about the origin of a product?

Accepted Answer

Where is this product from?

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Who made this product?

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What is this product made of?

Question 27

Where can you buy fresh loaves of bread?

Accepted Answer

Bakery

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Library

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Park

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Butcher's

Question 28

How do you ask for a blue T-shirt in French?

Accepted Answer

Je voudrais un T-shirt bleu, s'il vous plaît.

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Où est le T-shirt bleu?

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Combien coûte le T-shirt bleu?

Answer

Je voudrais acheter un T-shirt.

Question 29

You're shopping and want to buy a red T-shirt. How do you ask for its price in Spanish?

Accepted Answer

¿Cuánto cuesta la camiseta roja?

Answer

¿Dónde está la camiseta roja?

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¿De qué color es la camiseta?

Question 30

You want to buy a pair of shoes in a shop. The shoes are too big for you. What do you say to the shop assistant?

Accepted Answer

Excuse me, I need a smaller size.

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I'm sorry, these shoes are too big.

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Can you help me find a bigger size?

Question 31

You're at the market and want to buy two bananas. How do you ask for them in Spanish?

Accepted Answer

Dos bananas

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Una banana

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Tres plátanos

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Una manzana

Question 32

You're at the bakery and want to ask for a loaf of bread. Which phrase is the best way to ask?

Accepted Answer

Excuse me, could I please have a loaf of bread?

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Excuse me, how much is this milk?

Answer

I'd like to buy a new t-shirt.

Question 33

What is a polite way to thank someone who has served you in a shop?

Accepted Answer

Thank you for your help.

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You're welcome.

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No problem.

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My pleasure.

Question 34

In Spain, how do you politely ask for a refund if you're not satisfied with your purchase?

Accepted Answer

Say, '¿Puedo pedir un reembolso, por favor?'

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You can't ask for a refund in Spanish.

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Say, '¿Me devuelves el dinero?'

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You must speak to the store manager.

Question 35

When shopping, it's helpful to know the store's opening hours. How would you ask about them?

Accepted Answer

What are the opening hours?

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When do you open?

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How long are you open for?

Question 36

You're in a duty-free shop at the airport. How do you ask if a product is tax-free?

Accepted Answer

Excuse me, is this product tax-free?

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Can I buy this without paying taxes?

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Is there a discount on this product?

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Do you have a cheaper version of this product?

Question 37

When shopping online, how would you ask the seller about their delivery options and charges?

Accepted Answer

Excuse me, what delivery options do you have?

Accepted Answer

Could you please tell me about your delivery charges?

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How much is the delivery to my address?

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Do you offer any discounts on delivery?

Question 38

When making a purchase, what is the most polite way to ask the cashier if they have enough change for your large bill?

Accepted Answer

Excuse me, could you check if you have enough change for this note, please?

Answer

Can you break this bill down, please?

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I need change for this.

Answer

Sorry, I don't have any smaller notes.

Question 39

You're shopping and notice a damaged product. How should you politely ask the assistant for help?

Accepted Answer

Excuse me, I've noticed this product seems damaged. Could you please check it out?

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Hey, this product is broken. I need a new one.

Answer

I found this damaged product. Can you fix it?

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I don't want this product because it's damaged.

Question 40

When shopping, how do you ask the cashier if they have a loyalty card program?

Accepted Answer

Do you have a loyalty card scheme?

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Can I get a discount with a loyalty card?

Answer

What are the benefits of your loyalty card?

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I'm not interested in signing up for a loyalty card today.

Question 41

How do you ask about the price of an item in the foreign language?

Accepted Answer

How much does it cost?

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How many are there?

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What color is it?

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What size is it?

Question 42

Which response is appropriate when a customer asks for the price of an item?

Accepted Answer

It's [amount].

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It's on sale today.

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We have a limited supply.

Answer

It comes in different colors.

Question 43

How do you politely ask for assistance from a shop assistant in the foreign language?

Accepted Answer

Excuse me, can you help me?

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I need something.

Answer

Where can I find this?

Answer

I'm looking for a [item].

Question 44

How do you ask about the quantity of an item in the foreign language?

Accepted Answer

How many are there?

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How much is it?

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What color is it?

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What size is it?

Question 45

What is the correct response to a customer asking 'Do you have this in a different size?'?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we have it in [size].

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No, we only have it in this size.

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We have a similar item in a different size.

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We don't have it in stock.

Question 46

Which of these is NOT usually found in a grocery store?

Accepted Answer

Clothes and shoes

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Fruits and vegetables

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Bread and pastries

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Meat and dairy products

Question 47

You are looking for a specific size of T-shirt. Which question can you ask to inquire about the availability?

Accepted Answer

Do you have a size medium?

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Where can I find the T-shirts?

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What colors do you have?

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How much does this cost?

Question 48

Which of these is an appropriate way to get the attention of a shop assistant?

Accepted Answer

Excuse me, could you help me, please?

Answer

Hey, I need some assistance!

Answer

Can you come over here now?

Answer

I'm looking for someone to help me.

Question 49

Which of these is a way to pay for this?

Accepted Answer

Credit card

Accepted Answer

Cash

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How much?

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Receipt

Question 50

How do you ask if an item comes with a guarantee?

Accepted Answer

Does it come with a warranty?

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Can I return it if I don't like it?

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How much does it cost?

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Is it brand new?

Question 51

In a busy shop, you need to ask a shop assistant for help finding something. Which of these is the most polite way to get their attention?

Accepted Answer

Excuse me, can you help me, please?

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I need some help, please.

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Can I have some help, please?

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Psst, I need your help!

Question 52

What is the German word for an apple?

Accepted Answer

Apfel

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Birne

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Orange

Answer

Erdbeere

Question 53

In Spanish, how do you ask for assistance in a polite manner?

Accepted Answer

¿Puede ayudarme, por favor?

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¿Me puede ayudar?

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Necesito ayuda

Answer

Ayúdeme

Question 54

Which of the following is the correct way to say 'two apples' in French?

Accepted Answer

Deux pommes

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Deux pomm

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Les deux pommes

Answer

Deux le pommes

Question 55

How do you express gratitude in Spanish?

Accepted Answer

Gracias

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De nada

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Por favor

Answer

Lo siento

Question 56

Which phrase is used to inquire about the cost of an item while shopping?

Accepted Answer

How much does it cost?

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Where is it?

Answer

Can I have this?

Answer

Do you have it in blue?

Question 57

Choose the phrase used to express gratitude to a cashier.

Accepted Answer

Thank you for your assistance

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Have a pleasant day

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You're welcome

Answer

Here you go

Question 58

Which of these is a type of store where you can buy food items?

Accepted Answer

Grocery store

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Clothing store

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Bookstore

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Electronics store

Question 59

Which of these is a common question asked by a shopkeeper after your purchase?

Accepted Answer

Is there anything else I can help you with?

Answer

What is your name?

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How old are you?

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What is your favorite color?

Question 60

You're shopping for a dress and want to try on a size 10. The shop assistant shows you a size 12 dress. How do you politely ask for your size?

Accepted Answer

Can you check if you have this dress in a size 10, please?

Answer

Do you have a size 10?

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This dress is too big. Do you have a smaller size?

Answer

I'd like a size 10, please.

Question 61

Which of the following is NOT a form of payment?

Accepted Answer

Telepathy

Answer

Cash

Answer

Debit card

Answer

Cheque

Question 62

Which item of clothing in French is typically worn on the lower body?

Accepted Answer

pantalon

Answer

chemise

Answer

chapeau

Answer

chaussures

Question 63

What is the purpose of a shopping bag in French?

Accepted Answer

Pour transporter les articles achetés

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Pour protéger les articles de la pluie

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Pour garder les articles organisés

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Pour faire de la publicité pour le magasin

Question 64

What is the difference between 'bon marché' and 'cher' in French?

Accepted Answer

Bon marché signifie prix bas, cher signifie prix élevé

Answer

Cher signifie prix bas, bon marché signifie prix élevé

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Ils signifient tous les deux la même chose

Answer

Ils ne sont pas liés