| Level: | Topic: | Speakers: | Length: |
| easy | school supplies | man – man | 01:31 |
Pre-Listening Exercise
What are five items that students can buy from a bookstore to use for school?
Instructions: Do you agree or disagree with these statements? If you are in a classroom, move to the side of the room based on your opinion. Be ready to explain your reasoning! This activity can help you prepare to listen to the conversation.
- Every school should have a bookstore.
- It’s better to buy books from a bookstore than online.
- Bookstores should only sell books that students need for class.
- Students are more likely to read books they choose themselves.
- Bookstores should have snacks and drinks to make it more fun.
- Used books are just as good as new ones.
- Bookstores should stay open late so students can visit after class.
- A bookstore is a good place to study.
- Students don’t need bookstores if the library is good.
- Bookstores should sell games and school supplies, not just books.
- Would you like these in a worksheet format or with follow-up discussion questions?
Idioms
“read someone like a book” = understand someone very well
“My teacher can read students like a book. He knows which students study, and which students don’t.“
“go by the book” = follow rules exactly
“If you always go by the book in your work, your company will trust you more.“
Listening Exercise
A. Listen to the recording and answer the questions.
Vocabulary Practice
Do the vocabulary quizzes using the words from the conversation for more practice:
Post-Listening Exercise
Where do you usually get your textbooks for class? Do you get them free from your school, or do you need to buy them?
Online Investigation
Find two online bookstores where you can buy these items. Then, answer these questions:
- What is the name and mailing address of the company?
- How much do the items cost?
- What is the price of shipping?
- What is the company’s return policy?