READING PRACTICE: BE A SMART SHOPPER

Front

What is the first important step in becoming a smart shopper?

• ignoring the budget
• setting a budget and sticking to it
• spending without planning
• having unlimited funds

Back

setting a budget and sticking to it

Front

Why is it suggested to wait a week before making an expensive purchase?

Back

To prevent impulse purchases

Front

What is the recommendation before heading out to the grocery store?

Back

Have a list of what you need and stick to it

Front

Why is it advised not to go grocery shopping when hungry?

Back

hunger may lead to overspending

Front

What should you ask yourself when considering a purchase?

Back

Why do I need it? Where will I put it? Do I have enough space for it? What will I use it for?

Front

What is the suggested payment method to control spending?

• Credit card
• Check
• Cash or debit card
• Online payment

Back

Cash or debit card

Front

Why is paying with cash recommended?

Back

To see the actual money being spent

Front

What is the potential consequence of paying with a credit card?

Back

Overspending due to perceived higher funds

Front

What role do commercials and ads play in influencing purchases? Options: They provide accurate information, They create a need for unnecessary items, They are always truthful, They discourage spending

Back

They create a need for unnecessary items

Front

Why is it recommended to wait before making an impulsive purchase? Options: To procrastinate, To evaluate the pros and cons, To avoid the store, To forget about the item

Back

To evaluate the pros and cons