017 —— Shopping ( By Brigitte )

Beginner

A: Are you ready to go shopping?

B: Just a few minutes. I need to make a list of things that we need.

A: Good idea. Have you written down potatoes, carrots (胡萝卜),

and onions (洋葱)?

B: I don’t have onions on my list. I’ll add them. We should get some tea.

Is green tea ok or should we get the same tea that we usually get?

A: Let’s get both. We need some coffee too. Is that on your list?

B: Yes, it is. Here’s my list. Is there anything that I’ve forgotten?

A: I think you’ve got everything. I want to got some chocolate and some cheese.

B: What kind of cheese do you want.

A: I’m not sure. I’ll decide at the cheese counter, when I can see what they have. Have we got enough money?

B: We don’t have enough cash, so I’ll take my credit card and we can pay with that. Where are the car keys?

A: I’ve got them there. Shall I drive?

Intermediate

A: Do you do a lot of your shopping online?

B: Not really. I like looking on the internet at what’s available, but I usually prefer to actually see and touch what I’m buying before I pay for it. Sometimes, I’ll look at something in a shop, but later buy it online if it’s cheaper. You don’t like buying things online, do you?

A: No. I’m a little worried about security. You never know who’s trying to find out your codes and passwords. Aren’t you worry about that?

B: Not really. I know that it happens, but if you buy from reputable companies with secure websites, you should be ok. Even though I use online shopping facilities, I don’t think it’s the best way to shop.

A: I’m surprised to hear you say that. I thought you loved anything technological.

B: I do. I’m a big fan of using new technology, but I don’t want to sit in front of a computer screen all day. I think people need to get out and interact with other people.

A: So, how about coming to the department store with me? I want to see if there are any new summer clothes on sale yet.

B: Sure. I’d love to join you. Can we stop by the computer store? I just want to see if they have something.

A: Sure. While you’re in the computer store. I will visit the book store opposite. I like to browse through their books and see if they have anything interesting.

B: Ok. I’ve finished online. Let’s go. I’ll just get some money and my credit card.

A: Thanks for reminding me. I had forgotten to get mine.

1. reputable ：[ˈrepjutəbl]

A reputable company or person is reliable and can be trusted.

2. secure ：A secure place is tightly locked or well protected, so that people cannot enter it or leave it

3. shopping facilities 购物场所

4. interact: [ˌintəˈrækt] act together or towards others or with others

5. department store : 百货公司

A department store is a large shop which sells many different kinds of goods.

6. on sale: Available for purchase; Available for purchase at reduced prices