In this topic, students will learn how to ask for and give prices in English. This is essential for shopping and everyday transactions. Students will practice using numbers, currency, and key phrases like "How much is it?" and "It costs..." to engage in conversations about buying and selling. This lesson will include vocabulary for money and items, grammar for forming questions and answers, and useful expressions for polite interactions.
GRAMMAR
1. Forming Questions with "How much..."
- Use "How much" to ask about the price of items.
Structure: How much + is/are + item?
Examples:- "How much is this shirt?"
- "How much are these shoes?"
2. Using "It costs" or "They cost"
- Use "It costs" for singular items and "They cost" for plural items.
Examples:- "It costs $10."
- "They cost $25."
3. Numbers and Currency
- Learn numbers and currency symbols (e.g., $, €, £).
Examples:- "Five dollars" → $5
- "Ten euros" → €10
4. Polite Phrases
- Add "please" or "thank you" to make the conversation polite.
Examples:- "How much is this bag, please?"
- "Thank you for your help!"
VOCABULARY
Price: The amount of money something costs.
Example: "What’s the price of this phone?"Cost: The price of something.
Example: "How much does it cost?"Expensive: Something that costs a lot of money.
Example: "That jacket is very expensive."Cheap: Something that costs little money.
Example: "This pen is cheap."Currency: The money used in a country (dollars, euros, etc.).
Example: "The currency in Japan is yen."Discount: A lower price.
Example: "Is there a discount on these shoes?"Cash: Money in coins or notes.
Example: "Do you prefer cash or credit?"Change: The money you get back after paying more than the price.
Example: "Here’s your change."Bill: A piece of paper money or a total amount to pay.
Example: "I paid with a $20 bill."Receipt: A paper showing the items you bought and their prices.
Example: "Can I have a receipt, please?"
USEFUL EXPRESSIONS
- "How much is this?"
- "How much are these?"
- "It costs ____."
- "They cost ____."
- "That’s too expensive!"
- "Do you have something cheaper?"
- "Can I pay with cash/card?"
- "Is there a discount on this item?"
- "Here is your change."
- "Can I get a receipt, please?"
SENTENCES
Positive Sentences
- "This bag costs $20."
- "These shoes are $50."
- "The book is very cheap."
Negative Sentences
- "This jacket doesn’t cost much."
- "These items are not on sale."
- "It’s not expensive."
Questions
- "How much is this watch?"
- "How much are those pants?"
- "Do you accept credit cards?"
Answers
- "It costs $30."
- "They cost $100."
- "Yes, we accept cash and cards."
CONVERSATION
Scene: A customer is buying a gift at a store.
Customer: Excuse me, how much is this scarf?
Salesperson: That scarf costs $25.
Customer: Oh, it’s a bit expensive. Do you have something cheaper?
Salesperson: Yes, we have scarves on sale for $15.
Customer: Great! I’ll take one of those.
Salesperson: Sure. Would you like to pay with cash or card?
Customer: I’ll pay with cash. Here’s $20.
Salesperson: Thank you. Here’s your change and your receipt.
Customer: Thanks a lot!
READING
"Shopping at the Market"
Maria loves going to the market every weekend. She enjoys buying fresh fruits and vegetables. One Saturday, she asked the seller, "How much are the apples?" The seller replied, "They are $2 per kilogram." Maria said, "That’s a good price. I’ll take two kilograms, please."
Next, she went to buy oranges. "How much do these oranges cost?" she asked. The seller answered, "They are $3 for a dozen." Maria thought the price was fair, so she bought one dozen.
Finally, Maria wanted to buy some flowers. "How much is this bouquet?" she asked. The florist smiled and said, "It costs $10." Maria smiled back and said, "I’ll take it. It’s beautiful!"
Maria left the market with a bag full of fresh produce and a lovely bouquet.
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Q: How much did the apples cost per kilogram?
A: The apples cost $2 per kilogram.Q: How many kilograms of apples did Maria buy?
A: She bought two kilograms of apples.Q: How much did the oranges cost for a dozen?
A: The oranges cost $3 for a dozen.Q: What did Maria buy from the florist?
A: She bought a bouquet of flowers.Q: How much did the bouquet cost?
A: The bouquet cost $10.
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