1. Where do you go when you go shopping for something? What do you buy when you go there? What is special about that place?

- I often go shopping at the supermarket near my house. Supermarkets are convenient because they have everything in one place.
- When I go there, I usually buy fresh vegetables, fruits, and other groceries. Sometimes, I buy snacks or drinks. I also buy clothes, shoes, or small household items.
- What makes this place special is that it's always in stock with a variety of products, from affordable local brands to well-known brand-name items. They often have sales with discounted items, which helps me stay within my budget.
- There are also some cafes where I can relax after shopping. Plus, I can pay by cash, credit card, or debit card, making it very convenient.

2. Think of your early memories of shopping. Was there a store you remember from your childhood? What did it look like and what was your impression of that place? Describe that place for me in detail.

- When I was a kid, I used to go to the farmer's market with my mother. It was a very simple store with wooden shelves, colorful packages of snacks. The market was full of fresh fruits, vegetables, and homemade products from local farmers.
- I enjoyed going there because the shop owner was very friendly and always smiled at me. Sometimes, he would give me a small candy for free, which made me very happy.
- I still remember the place being crowded with people chatting about prices, sharing stories about their families, and discussing everyday life.
- My mom always paid in cash and often bargained with the sellers to get a better price.
- The farmers’ market gave me a special memory, and I can still remember it clearly.

3. Sometimes, funny or unexpected things happen while shopping. Tell me about a memorable shopping experience you had. Maybe you saw a friend at a store, maybe the item you bought was broken or did not work. Tell me about a shopping trip that you remember for some reason.

- One memorable shopping experience I had was about a year ago. I went to a big electronics store to buy a new pair of headphones.
- When I got there, the store was quite crowded. While I was looking at the headphones, the lights suddenly went out for a few seconds because of a power problem.
- When the lights came back on, I noticed that the person standing next to me was actually an old classmate I hadn’t seen in many years. We were both shocked and started laughing because it was such a funny and unexpected moment.
- After that, I bought my headphones, but when I got home, I realized the left side didn’t work. So the next day, I had to return to the store to exchange them. It was a bit inconvenient, but the whole experience became memorable because I met an old friend.

4. What are some maijor changes in people's shopping habits? Where do thay shop most often? What do people most often buy?

- Over the years, people’s shopping habits have changed a lot. Many now prefer shopping online because it is fast and convenient. They can order almost anything from their phones or computers and have it delivered to their home.
- However, shopping at malls, supermarkets, or local markets is still popular, especially for fresh foods like fruits, vegetables, and meat. People also often buy daily necessities, clothes, electronics, and sometimes gifts or home appliances.
- Overall, shopping is easier now, and people usually mix online and offline shopping depending on what they need.