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Checking out second-hand city
Do you love to go shopping, but seem to spend all your money on just one or two items? If so, why not consider hunting around for cheaper, second-hand options? With a little time and patience, it’s possible to find some great bargains. Take a look at the shopping alternatives we’ve come up with.
Car Boot Sales
People bring unwanted things that they dig out of their attics and garages to a car boot sale. Anything from children’s toys to sports equipment can turn up at these sales, which are usually held at weekends or on Bank Holidays.
Second-Hand Shops
Good second-hand shops can be full of surprises and are often the perfect place to pick up a bargain! Many shops often specialize in certain items such as rare books, designer clothes and antique furniture.
Charity Shops
People donate used clothes, shoes, toys and other different items to charity shops where you can usually buy them for next to nothing! The money often goes to help people who are hungry, homeless or who live in poor developing countries.
Christmas Bazaars
These are wonderful places to buy handmade gifts, Christmas decorations and second-hand items. The beauty of these bazaars is that all the money raised usually goes to charity, so you can shop till you drop knowing that it’s all for a good cause!
So, next time you’re in the mood to shop, instead of using your credit card, head for ‘second-hand city’.
Example: What does not the writer say about second-hand bazaars?
A) The things are usually cheaper there.
B) The money earned usually goes to charity.
C) They are usually organized by the local government.
D) These bazaars are sometimes a part of traditional holidays.
1. What does the writer say about second-hand shops? [1]
A) They are not ideal place for purchases.
B) They always sell things that have been carefully checked.
C) They often sell only one particular type of thing.
You cannot buy anything unusual there.
2. What does the writer say about charity shops and bazaars? [1]
A) They are good places for poor, homeless people to shop.
B) They are good because shopping there helps poor people.
C) They give second-hand items to people in poor countries.
D) They sell tasty Christmas food and drinks.
3. What does this text mainly explain? [1]
A) how second-hand sales raise money for charity
B) where you can go to buy second-hand things
C) why second-hand items are great bargains
who benefits from second-hand sales
4. What does the writer say about car boot sales? [1]
A) A wide range of things may be found on sale there.
B) They are a fun way to spend a holiday weekend.
C) You probably wouldn’t want the things on sale there.
D) They are not popular among the traders.
5, 6. Which TWO of the following statements might the writer agree with? [2]
A) Do your second-hand shopping at weekends, Christmas and on Bank Holidays.
B) First decide what you want to buy then find the place that specializes in it.
C) Second-hand shopping takes a bit longer, but it’s worth it.
D) The main purpose of Christmas Bazaars is to raise money.
1. My favorite bakery is further from my house than my favorite cafe.
2. Victoria Falls is taller than Niagara Falls, but Niagara Falls is larger than Victoria.
3. There are fewer trees in my garden than in the park, but they are more beautiful.
4. The lake in the mountains is colder than the lake in the park, but there are fewer fish.
5. The hospital opposite the clinic is better than the hospital near the airport.
6. The sofa in this store is worse than the one across the street.
7. My brother is older than me and my sister is the same age as you.
8. The palace in Bangkok is older than the palace in Paris.
9. Sydney is hotter than Almaty in winter.
10. The theater near the museum is bigger than the theater behind the opera.
1.I like the song which Jane sang yesterday. 2 This is the boy whose bicycle Tom borrowed. 3 It was
the best film that I’ve ever seen. 4 Here is the man who has lost his dog. 5 He showed me his new
car, that is very modern and expensive. 6 This is the dictionary which I bought yesterday. 7 She is
the girl who(m) I saw yesterday. 8 Let us meet in the park where we got acquainted.
B. Придаточные определительные в роли подлежащего
1.The job which I applied for is in Manchester. 2 The hotel where I stayed during the summer was
excellent. 3 The photo which I liked was taken in England. 4 The man who(m) I met was Andrew
Manson. 5 The boy whose dog was lost was very unhappy. 6 The people who(m) I got acquainted were
all very pleasant. 7 The picture which hangs on the wall was painted by my sister. 8 The money which
was in my pocket has been stolen.
2. Вставьте относительные местоимения, где нужно.
My uncle works for a company which makes cars.
The book is about the man who made wonderful things.
It seems that the Earth is the only planet where life exists.
Have you found the notebook which you lost?
What was the name of the man whose wife had been taken to the hospital?
Is there a shop near here where I can buy bread?
The reason that I am phoning you is to invite you to the party.
She gave me the money, which I put in my pocket.
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