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Conversation Advance · Module 14 · Unit 66

Online Shopping vs. In-Store Shopping

Pre C2 Proficient

Learning Objectives

In this lesson, you will discuss shopping habits and trends and learn practical vocabulary for daily communication.

Discussion

Direction: Answer these questions.
  1. Have your shopping habits changed over the last few years?
  2. Do you usually shop at brick-and-mortar stores or online?
  3. Do you often add to cart items you do not really need?

New Words & Expressions

Direction: Listen and repeat these words with your teacher.

  • Consumerism

    noun

    /kənˈsuːmərɪzəm/

    Meaning:The protection or promotion of the interests of consumers.

    Modern consumerism focuses heavily on convenience and speed.

    Real Life Tip:

    A significant topic in sociology and economics.

  • Sustainable

    adjective

    /səˈsteɪnəbəl/

    Meaning:Able to be maintained at a certain rate or level.

    Many shoppers are switching to more sustainable clothing brands.

    Real Life Tip:

    Very trendy topic in current consumer habits.

  • Stock up

    phrasal verb

    /stɒk ʌp/

    Meaning:To buy a large quantity of something.

    I always stock up on snacks before a big trip.

    Real Life Tip:

    Commonly used for groceries and household items.

  • Shop til you drop

    idiom

    /ʃɒp tɪl juː drɒp/

    Meaning:To shop until you are exhausted.

    We are going to the mall to shop til you drop.

    Real Life Tip:

    Implies a fun, intensive shopping excursion.

  • Haul

    slang

    /hɔːl/

    Meaning:A large amount of goods bought at one time.

    I just posted my latest shopping haul on social media.

    Real Life Tip:

    Popularized by influencers and YouTube.

Conversation

Direction:

  • Listen carefully as your teacher reads the conversation aloud.
  • Role-play the conversation with your teacher
James and Sarah talk about the rise of sustainable shopping and their habits.
  • Sarah
    I am trying to avoid mindless consumerism. I want to buy sustainable items.
  • James
    That is a good goal. I usually just stock up on whatever is on sale.
  • Sarah
    That is not very sustainable, James. You should buy quality instead.

Q&A

Direction: Answer the questions based on the conversation.
  1. What is Sarah trying to avoid?
  2. How does James currently shop?
  3. Where do they plan to go to shop?

Exercise

Direction: Choose the correct answer to complete each sentence, then read it aloud. Each question gives you 5 Points.

  1. What does sustainable mean?

  2. What is a shopping haul?

  3. I need to ____ up on groceries.

  4. We plan to shop ____ you drop.

  5. on / I / stock / up / snacks

  6. is / consumerism / mindless / bad

Ask Your Teacher

Direction: Ask your teacher these questions.
  1. Do you believe sustainable shopping is possible for everyone?
  2. What was your most recent shopping haul?
  3. Have you ever shopped til you dropped?

Your Time To Speak

Direction: Answer using the language you have learned in this lesson. Talk about yourself!
  1. How can I find sustainable brands?
  2. Is consumerism inherently harmful?
  3. What is the best way to stock up on essentials without waste?
  4. Do you think shopping hauls on social media encourage overspending?
  5. Is shopping for fun a bad habit?
  6. How do I balance quality and budget?
  7. Are there sustainable alternatives to plastic packaging?
  8. How do local markets compare to malls?
  9. What does it mean to be a conscious consumer?
  10. How can I stop buying things I do not need?
James
You are right. My last shopping haul was filled with plastic junk.
  • Sarah
    Exactly. Let us focus on local, durable brands next time.
  • James
    Fine, but only if we can shop til we drop at the new city market.
  • Sarah
    Deal! That sounds much better than just ordering online.
  • James
    Perfect. I am excited to change my habits.