JHON IS TELLING CHARLIE ABOUT AN ONLINE SERVICE. THE SERVICE BUYS YOUR OLD CLOTHES

 In this lesson, you will learn how to talk about an online service that buys old clothes. Jhon is sharing this information with Charlie. This topic helps you practice how to describe services, explain processes, and use different verb tenses in everyday conversations. You will use A2-level grammar, including present simple, present continuous, past simple, future with will and going to, modal verbs, comparatives and superlatives, adverbs of frequency, and prepositions.

Examples:

  • Jhon uses an app to sell clothes.

  • He is explaining how it works.

  • Charlie didn’t know about it.

  • They will try the service next week.

  • You can earn money from your old clothes.


🧠 GRAMMAR

1. Present Simple

  • The service buys your clothes online.

  • Jhon uses the app regularly.

2. Present Continuous

  • He is telling Charlie about the service.

  • People are sending packages to the company.

3. Past Simple

  • Jhon sold his old jackets last month.

  • He got $20 for them.

4. Future (Will / Going to)

  • Charlie will try the service soon.

  • They are going to check the website together.

5. Modal Verbs

  • You can recycle clothes easily.

  • We should reuse items before buying new ones.

  • You mustn’t throw clothes in the trash.

6. Comparatives and Superlatives

  • This service is easier than selling clothes at the market.

  • It’s the best way to recycle fashion.

7. Frequency Adverbs

  • Jhon often uses this service.

  • Charlie sometimes buys second-hand items.

8. Prepositions

  • The clothes go to the company.

  • You can upload photos on the app.


🧾 VOCABULARY (10 Words)

  1. Service – a system that helps people do something.

  2. Recycle – to use something again.

  3. Earn – to get money for work or selling something.

  4. Upload – to send files or pictures online.

  5. Package – a box or envelope you send.

  6. Label – a tag with information.

  7. Condition – how new or used something is.

  8. Value – the worth of something.

  9. Online – on the internet.

  10. Account – your personal page or profile in a system.


💬 USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

  • There’s an app that buys old clothes.

  • You can send them in a package.

  • They give you money for good condition clothes.

  • I already used it last week.

  • It was easy and quick.

  • You should try it too!

  • I’m going to sell my jeans.

  • They even pay for shipping!

  • It’s better than throwing them away.

  • We can help the planet too.


✏️ SENTENCES

Positive:

  • Jhon uses an online service to sell old clothes.

  • The company pays for your package.

Negative:

  • Charlie doesn’t know about the service.

  • You mustn’t send dirty or damaged clothes.

Questions:

  • How does the service work?

  • Can I use the app on my phone?

  • Did you get money for your clothes?

  • Will they accept old shoes?

  • Are you going to try it too?

Answers:

  • It’s easy. You upload pictures and send your clothes.

  • Yes, it works on phones and computers.

  • Yes, I got $15 for three shirts.

  • Maybe, it depends on the condition.

  • Yes, I want to use it this weekend.


🗣️ CONVERSATION

Jhon: Hey Charlie, have you heard about this app that buys your old clothes?

Charlie: No, I haven’t. What is it?

Jhon: It’s an online service. You upload photos, they check the clothes, and they pay you!

Charlie: That sounds interesting. Have you tried it?

Jhon: Yes! I used it last week. I sold a jacket and two shirts.

Charlie: Wow! How much did you get?

Jhon: $25. And they even paid for the shipping!

Charlie: That’s amazing. I’m going to try it this weekend.

Jhon: You should. It’s better than throwing your clothes away.


📖 LONG READING

Selling Clothes Online: A New Trend

Every year, people throw away millions of clothes. But now, there are online services that buy used clothes. These services help people recycle and earn money at the same time.

To use one, you create an account and upload photos of your clothes. Then, the company reviews your items. If they accept them, you receive a label and send your package for free. After a few days, they send money to your account.

This is a smart way to give your clothes a second life. Many people are starting to use these apps. It’s good for your wallet and the environment.

Questions:

  1. What do people do with their old clothes now?

  2. How do these online services work?

  3. What do you need to send?

  4. Do you have to pay for shipping?

  5. Why is this service a good idea?

Answers:

  1. They sell them online.

  2. You upload pictures and send your clothes.

  3. You send a package with your used clothes.

  4. No, the company pays for it.

  5. Because it helps the planet and gives you money.

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