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SOMETIMES, I BUY CLOTHES OR SHOES ONLINE

 Buying clothes or shoes online has become very common. Online shopping is convenient because you can browse many options, compare prices, and shop anytime without leaving your house. However, it can be tricky to choose the right size or ensure the quality of the items. This lesson will help students talk about their online shopping habits, learn useful phrases, and practice expressing preferences, doubts, and experiences with shopping online.


GRAMMAR

1. Present Simple for Habits

  • Structure:

    • Affirmative: Subject + verb (base form).
    • Negative: Subject + don’t/doesn’t + verb (base form).
    • Questions: Do/Does + subject + verb (base form)?

    Examples:

    • "I sometimes buy clothes online."
    • "She doesn’t like buying shoes online."
    • "Do you often shop online?"

2. Adverbs of Frequency

  • Common Adverbs: always, usually, sometimes, rarely, never.

  • Position: Before the main verb or after the verb "to be."

    Examples:

    • "I sometimes buy shoes online."
    • "She is always happy with her online purchases."

3. Using "Can" and "Can’t" for Ability

  • Structure: Can/Can’t + verb (base form).

    Examples:

    • "You can find great deals online."
    • "I can’t try on the clothes before I buy them."

4. Comparatives for Online vs. In-Person Shopping

  • Structure: Adjective + -er / more + adjective + than.

    Examples:

    • "Online shopping is easier than going to the store."
    • "It’s cheaper to buy clothes online."

VOCABULARY

  1. Online shopping: Buying items through the internet.
    Example: "Online shopping is very convenient."

  2. Order: To request something to be sent to you.
    Example: "I placed an order for new shoes."

  3. Delivery: Bringing items to your home.
    Example: "The delivery takes about three days."

  4. Return: To send back an item.
    Example: "I had to return the dress because it was too big."

  5. Size chart: A guide to help you choose the right size.
    Example: "Check the size chart before ordering clothes."

  6. Discount: A lower price.
    Example: "I got a discount on my purchase."

  7. Brand: A company that makes products.
    Example: "This is my favorite shoe brand."

  8. Fit: To be the right size or shape.
    Example: "The jacket didn’t fit, so I returned it."

  9. Cart: A virtual basket where you save items before buying.
    Example: "I added the shoes to my cart."

  10. Review: An opinion about a product.
    Example: "The reviews for these shoes are very positive."


USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

  • "I usually shop online for clothes."
  • "Can I return the item if it doesn’t fit?"
  • "What’s the delivery time?"
  • "I always check the reviews before buying."
  • "Online shopping is so convenient!"
  • "I need to check the size chart."
  • "Do you know if there’s a discount?"
  • "I sometimes find better deals online than in stores."
  • "I prefer shopping in person because I can try things on."
  • "It’s hard to know if the shoes will fit when buying online."

SENTENCES

Positive Sentences

  • "I sometimes buy clothes online."
  • "She always checks the reviews before ordering."
  • "They like shopping for shoes on websites."

Negative Sentences

  • "I don’t buy shoes online because I can’t try them on."
  • "He doesn’t trust online shopping."
  • "We don’t shop online very often."

Questions

  • "Do you buy clothes online?"
  • "Does she like online shopping?"
  • "What website do you use to shop online?"

Answers

  • "Yes, I sometimes buy clothes online."
  • "No, I prefer going to the store."
  • "I use a website that offers free delivery."

CONVERSATION

Scene: Two friends are talking about shopping.

Emily: Do you ever buy clothes or shoes online?
Sophie: Yes, I sometimes buy dresses online. What about you?
Emily: I do, but only if there’s a good discount. I prefer trying things on first.
Sophie: That makes sense. I usually check the size chart and reviews before buying.
Emily: Me too! Have you ever returned something?
Sophie: Yes, once. The shoes didn’t fit, so I sent them back. It was easy.
Emily: That’s good to know. Maybe I’ll try buying shoes online next time!


READING

"Shopping for a New Dress"

Anna wanted a new dress for her birthday party. She didn’t have time to go to the mall, so she decided to shop online. She found a beautiful red dress on a popular website. It was on sale, and the reviews were great.

Anna checked the size chart and chose her size. She placed the order and waited for the delivery. Three days later, the dress arrived. Anna tried it on, and it fit perfectly! She was very happy with her purchase.

Anna told her friends about the website, and they decided to try online shopping too. Now, Anna sometimes shops online when she doesn’t have time to go to the store.


QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

  1. Q: Why did Anna decide to shop online?
    A: She didn’t have time to go to the mall.

  2. Q: What did Anna buy?
    A: She bought a red dress.

  3. Q: How did Anna choose the right size?
    A: She checked the size chart.

  4. Q: Was Anna happy with her purchase?
    A: Yes, the dress fit perfectly, and she was happy.

  5. Q: What did Anna’s friends do after hearing about her experience?
    A: They decided to try online shopping too.

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