I SPENT A LOT MORE MONEY ON CLOTHES ONLINE LAST MONTH

This sentence uses the past simple to talk about something that happened recently. "I spent a lot more money on clothes online last month" means that the speaker bought more clothes than usual using the internet. It is useful for talking about personal experiences, shopping habits, and comparing the past with the present.

Students learn how to express past actions, talk about quantity (a lot more), and use time expressions like last month.

Examples:

She spent $100 on shoes last weekend.
We bought clothes online instead of going to the store.
I didn’t usually spend that much, but last month was different.

📚 GRAMMAR

1. Past Simple (Irregular Verbs)

Spend → spent
- I spent more money last month.

2. Time Expressions

Last month, last week, yesterday
- I bought a jacket last week.

3. Comparatives with “more”

A lot more, much more, less
- I spent a lot more money than usual.

4. Present Simple vs. Past Simple

I usually buy clothes in stores. → (present)
I bought clothes online last month. → (past)

5. Future with "Will" and "Going to"

Next month, I will spend less.
I’m going to save money.

6. Modal Verbs

You should be careful with online shopping.
You mustn’t spend too much.

7. Adverbs of Frequency

Sometimes, often, never
- I often buy clothes online.

📖 VOCABULARY (10 Words)

Spend – To use money to buy things
I spent $50 on shoes.
Clothes – Things you wear like shirts, pants, and jackets
She buys clothes every month.
Online – Using the internet
He shops online a lot.
Money – Coins and bills used to buy things
We don’t have much money this month.
Last Month – The month before the current one
We traveled last month.
More – A larger amount
He bought more clothes this time.
Store – A place where you can buy things
I didn’t go to any stores.
Discount – A lower price
There was a 20% discount.
Delivery – Bringing things to your home
The delivery was fast.
Return – To send something back
I had to return the jacket.

💬 USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

I spent too much money last month.
It was easier to shop online.
There were many good deals.
I found some nice clothes on sale.
I’m going to be more careful next time.
You should make a shopping list.
I can’t believe how much I spent!
Online stores had free delivery.
I will try to save money next month.
Shopping online is convenient but dangerous!

✅ SENTENCES

✨ Positive:

I spent a lot more money on clothes online last month.
She bought three dresses from an online shop.
We found great prices on the website.

❌ Negative:

I didn’t save any money last month.
He didn’t go to a physical store.
We didn’t plan our purchases.

❓ Questions:

Did you spend more money last month?
Where did you buy your clothes?
Are you going to shop online again?
Will you spend less next month?

✅ Answers:

Yes, I did. I bought too many things.
I bought them online.
Yes, but I’ll be more careful.
No, I will try to save money.

🗣️ LONG CONVERSATION

Carla: Hey, you have a lot of new clothes!
Julia: I know! I spent a lot more money online last month.
Carla: Really? What did you buy?
Julia: Two jackets, three tops, and some shoes.
Carla: Wow! That’s a lot.
Julia: Yes, I couldn’t stop. The sales were amazing.
Carla: Did you go to any physical stores?
Julia: No, I didn’t. I did everything online.
Carla: Are you going to buy more this month?
Julia: No, I think I will take a break. I should save some money.
Carla: Good idea. I usually make a list before shopping.
Julia: That’s smart. I must try that next time.

📘 LONG READING

Shopping Habits and Spending Online

Last month, many people spent more money shopping online. Websites had many sales and discounts. People found it easy to shop from home. Some bought clothes, shoes, or even electronics.

Julia is one of those people. She usually buys clothes once a month, but last month she spent a lot more money than usual. She saw great prices and couldn’t resist. She bought jackets, tops, and shoes. She didn’t visit any physical store.

Now, Julia wants to save money. She plans to be more careful. She is going to make a shopping list before she buys anything. This way, she won’t spend too much again.

❓ Comprehension Questions

What did many people do last month?
→ They spent more money shopping online.
Why did they shop more?
→ Because of sales and discounts.
What did Julia buy?
→ Jackets, tops, and shoes.
Did Julia go to any physical stores?
→ No, she didn’t.
What is Julia going to do now?
→ She is going to save money and make a list.