Reading intermediate day 6

When do Britain's shops experience their busiest months of the year?

• January and February

• March and April

• November and December

• July and August

Why might Christmas shopping in 2020 be different according to the passage?

• Shops are closing permanently

• People are afraid of catching Covid-19

• Prices are much higher

• There are fewer items available

What do more people choose to do instead of visiting shopping centers in 2020?

• Travel to other cities

• Do their shopping on the Internet

• Wait for sales to begin

• Visit small local markets

What do city shops do to attract Christmas shoppers?

• Offer free food and drinks

• Create exciting window displays and special offers

• Close early on weekdays

• Give away gifts with every purchase

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a reason people enjoy Christmas shopping differently?

• They go to more expensive shops

• They take more time to browse and choose

• They only shop at supermarkets

• They look for different stores

What happens to the streets on Christmas Eve after the shops close?

• They become crowded with last-minute shoppers

• They remain busy all night long

• They are almost empty with only a few people around

• They turn into a festive market

What is described as a good season for shop assistants in the passage?

• The weather

• The extra pay they receive

• The decorations in the shops

• The chance to rest

What happens immediately after Christmas shopping ends?

• Shops remain closed for a week

• New Year shopping begins

• There are no more sales

• Shops reduce their prices drastically

Some visitors come to London only to shop at big supermarkets during Christmas.

• True

• False

• Not given

The passage mentions that shop assistants get to enjoy long breaks during the Christmas season.

• True

• False

• Not given