Practice Lab · Unit 2 · Activity 03
Read the first part of a shopping story. Notice clothes, accessories, sizes, prices, and natural use of this, that, these, and those.
Understand a short shopping story and identify the details that prepare the next listening activity.
Before You Read
Read these words first. They will help you follow the shopping situation without stopping too much.
Clothes: jacket, sweater, jeans.
Accessories: sunglasses.
Shopping language: size, medium, fit, price, counter.
Story language: before the show, receives a message, about to change.
Reading Text
Sofia and Lucas are going to a small concert tonight. Before the show, they stop at a clothing store because Sofia needs a warmer jacket. Her sweater is too light for the cool evening.
Near the entrance, Sofia sees a blue jacket. "This jacket is nice," she says. Lucas points across the store. "That black jacket looks warmer, but it may cost more." Sofia tries the blue jacket in small, but it feels tight. She asks, "Do you have this in medium?" The assistant brings a medium size.
While Sofia checks the mirror, Lucas looks at sunglasses near the counter. "These sunglasses are cool," he says, "but they are not useful for tonight." Sofia checks the price: forty-five dollars. It is not cheap, but it fits well and matches her jeans. She buys the jacket.
At the concert entrance, Lucas receives a message from their friend. The night is about to change.
Reading Focus
Next Story Part
Bridge to Listening Part 2The listening activity will continue after Lucas receives the message at the concert entrance. Keep the jacket, the sunglasses, and the message in mind.
Comprehension Check
Choose the best answer. Read carefully before checking your score.