Pulse 4 Textbook, Page 41
Lesson Objectives:
Understand independently specific information and details in extended texts on a wide range of familiar topics
Explain simple content on familiar topics from what they read and hear
Let's think about this!
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, more and more people now shop online. But do you know how to find the best deals on the internet? What are the tips and tricks to help you save money? Let's watch this video and discuss in the Jamboard below!
VOCABULARY
Do you know what these phrases mean? Search for the meaning in the Cambridge Online Dictionary and build your own word lists!
spend an arm and a leg
spend a fortune
quite a way
all sales are final
Listening Tips
When answering questions that focus on gist, don't focus on details. Try to understand the general meaning of what is being said.
A - Listen to part of a radio programme. What is the purpose of the programme? Choose a, b or c.
a. To warn listeners of shops they should avoid
b. To inform listeners about good bargains
c. To ask listeners for their opinions about good places to shop.
B - Listen again and answer the questions. Choose a, b or c.
What can you buy at half-price at Sportstime?
a. Sports clothes
b. Footwear
c. Everything
When does the sale at Sportstime end?
a. at the weekend
b. on Friday
c. next week
How can you get furniture home from Big Roy's?
a. Big Roy's delivers it if you pay extra.
b. You have to take it in your car.
c. Big Roy's delivers it free of charge.
What happens if you change your mind about the furniture you buy at Big Roy's?
a. You can get your money back.
b. You can exchange it for something else.
c. You can't do anything about it.
What is true about Eye Style?
a. There's a 50% discount on all sunglasses
b. Last year's designs are half-price.
c. If you buy a pair of childrens' sunglasses, you get one free.
Do you buy items based on quality or price?
What you think is more important: cheaper prices, or better quality?
Think about the items that you have, for example your smartphone. Is it better to have an expensive iPhone, or a mid-budget Android phone?
Compare the quality of the phone versus its price. Which one do you think is more important?
Watch this video for tips and tricks on how to manage money - for teens!
How can you budget and save as a teen, while living with your parents? Listen to YouTuber The Bliss Bean's story!