A1 level 2

A1 level 2
A visit to the shopping mall
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Warm up
Welcome
Nice to see you again!
I already made a decision about where to go in
Colombia. Now, I want to go shopping for some
clothes and other stuff I need for my trip.
In this learning material, we are going to learn
some shopping-related vocabulary and expressions
people commonly use to participate in commercial
transactions.
Let`s go shopping!
Tomorrow morning, my friend Sammy is coming
with me to the shopping mall. She wants to help
me out with the shopping, but first, I need to write a
shopping list with all the items I want to buy for my
trip to Colombia.
I already grabbed a pen and a piece of paper. Can
you give me some ideas on what to buy?
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Warm up
First of all, I need to buy a big suitcase to pack all my stuff. Well, I think two suitcases
will be enough.
I don’t know much about Colombia so I think I may need a good travel guide with
detailed information about the country.
I already decided I want to go to Bogota, Medellin and San Andres. These three cities’
weather is very different so I need to buy some warm clothes and some summer
clothes.
I want to take nice pictures of Colombia to show my family and friends when I get
back home so I need to buy a good photo camera.
I also need to buy some medicine to use in case I feel sick.
Oh! I can’t forget about the gifts. I also need to buy some presents to give Linda and her
family. I know Tim likes soccer, so a soccer ball seems to be the perfect gift for him. I don’t
know what I should give Linda’s parents. I need to ask Linda about it.
Now, let’s have a look at my shopping list
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Warm up
Well, I guess this is my shopping list. I think I included all the things I want to buy. I hope not to leave anything out
Now, I need to go to the ATM to withdraw some cash to buy all these things. See you around!
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Let’s get inside
Sammy: Hi, Daryl! Nice to see you again! How are you?
Daryl: Hi, Sammy! I’m great. I’m very excited about this new trip to Colombia. This is the first time I’m going to
visit Colombia.
Sammy: I read there are different kinds of weather in Colombia. I think you need to buy different kinds of clothes.
Seller : Hi, Daryl! Nice to see you again! How are you?
Sammy: Good morning! My friend wants to go on a trip to Colombia. Colombia is a tropical country and we
want to know what kind of clothes he should buy.
Seller: Well, it all depends on the weather conditions this country has.
Daryl: I want to visit San Andres Island first. San Andres is a very hot and sunny place. It has beautiful beaches.
Seller: Hot weather, uh! If you plan to go to the beach, I think you need to buy some summer clothes and
accessories. Let me show you!
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Let’s get inside
Seller : If you plan to visit a hot place, you should buy:
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Let’s get inside
If you plan to visit a hot place, you should buy:
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Let’s get inside
Daryl: I also want to go to Bogota, Colombia’s capital city. It’s located in the mountains and the weather is not
steady, it changes all the time, from sunny to cold and rainy.
Seller: Ok then, for that kind of weather you need to buy some warm clothes. Let me show you...
Seller: If you plan to visit a hot place, you should buy:
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Let’s get inside
Sammy: I heard you have some things on sale, what kind of things specifically are on sale?
Seller: Oh sure! All shoes and jackets have 50% off.
Daryl: That sounds fantastic! I love discounts. I want to try a jacket on. Do you have this jacket in large size, please?
Seller: Sure, we do sir. But in a different color, there’s this large size jacket in black.
Daryl: That’s just perfect! Where can I try this on please?
Seller: The men changing rooms are over there.
Daryl: Ok, I’m ready; I think I have everything I need: nice summer clothes and warm clothes, suitcases, and a
brand new camera. Mmmm. Wow! How much is all this?
Seller: Ok, let’s see, it is U$ 825, plus taxes it’s U$ 895 altogether. Cash or credit card?
Daryl: Here’s my credit card…
Seller: Ok. Anything else, sir?
Daryl: Oh no, I think I’m all set, thank you! Here’s your tip!
Seller: Oh thank you, sir! Here’s your credit card and your receipt.
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Let’s analize
Shopping around town!
Most people enjoy going shopping for clothes, accessories and gadgets among
other things. It usually depends on your budget and preferences.
Let’s learn some vocabulary and expressions we can use when we want to
communicate or interact with others in commercial settings suchs as going
shopping or shopping online.
Help me out with the shopping!
Do you remember what Daryl used to pay for all the things he bought at the store?
Let’s check some common payment methods people often use when shopping.
Before coming to the shopping mall, Daryl needed some money to do the
shopping. Do you remember where he got the money from?
Let’s check some common places people can get money from.
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Let’s analize
Do you remember what Daryl wanted to do at the ATM? He wanted to withdraw
some money.
Let’s check some other actions people can do with money.
Finally, let’s check some shopping-related words we may find useful to communicate in commercial settings.
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References
References
· Engvid. Basic shopping vocabulary in English. Retrieved on September 13th 2013, from: engvid.com/basicshopping-vocabulary
·
BAKER, A. (2001). Ship or Sheep? An intermediate Pronunciation Course. United Kingdom: Cambridge
University press.
· DALE, P. & Poms, L. (1985). English pronunciation for Spanish speakers. United States: Prentice hall.
Credits
Pedagogical Direction
Paul Cifuentes
Carlos Amaya
Direction of Art
César Páez
ICT Leadership
Yeison Ospina
Quality management
Juan Carlos Rojas
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Credits
Script composition
Ingrid Flórez
Mònica Adana
Content Support
Alex Fabián Paredes Guerrero
Patricia Emilce Rodríguez Quenoran
Ingrid Flórez
Multimedia Development
Carolina Gómez
Harry Zamudio
Andrés Felipe Salcedo
Wilmer Molina
Daniela Vives
Audio Production
David Molina
Wes Manuel
Voices
Equipo Regional San Andrés
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