Link it 5 - Page 38 - Shopping Trends + Passive Voice

What is Black Friday known for in the United States?

• A day when people avoid shopping

• The beginning of summer sales

• The start of the Christmas shopping season

• A day when only Gen Z shops

Answer explanation

Black Friday is known as the start of the Christmas shopping season in the United States, marking a significant day for retailers and consumers alike, as many take advantage of sales and discounts.

Which group is influencing new shopping trends?

• Millennials

• Baby Boomers

• Gen Z

• Generation X

Answer explanation

Gen Z is driving new shopping trends with their digital-first approach and preference for sustainability, influencing brands to adapt to their values and shopping habits.

What values do Gen Z consumers care about when shopping?

• Fast shipping and low prices

• Brand popularity and celebrity endorsements

• Fair pay, environmental protection, and equality

• Discounts and loyalty programs

Answer explanation

Gen Z consumers prioritize social values like fair pay, environmental protection, and equality when shopping, reflecting their desire for brands that align with their ethical beliefs.

What type of clothing are many Gen Z consumers happy to buy?

• Luxury designer clothes

• Fast fashion items

• Second-hand clothes

• School uniforms

Answer explanation

Many Gen Z consumers prefer second-hand clothes due to their sustainability and affordability. This trend reflects a shift away from fast fashion and luxury items, making second-hand shopping a popular choice among this demographic.

What is social commerce?

• Shopping in physical stores with friends

• Making purchases on social media platforms

• Discussing products in chat rooms

• Watching TV ads before shopping

Answer explanation

Social commerce refers to making purchases directly on social media platforms, integrating shopping with social interactions. This distinguishes it from other options like shopping in stores or discussing products online.

Compared to older generations, how does Gen Z get shopping ideas?

• From newspapers and catalogs

• From TV commercials and online reviews

• From family and friends only

• From social media platforms

Answer explanation

Gen Z primarily gets shopping ideas from social media platforms, leveraging influencers and peer recommendations, unlike older generations who relied more on traditional media like newspapers and TV commercials.

Millions of dollars _______ on Black Friday every year. (Present Simple Passive)

• is spent

• are spending

• are spent

• were spent

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'are spent' because 'millions of dollars' is plural, requiring the plural form in the present simple passive voice. The sentence indicates an ongoing action that occurs every year.

Many shopping habits _______ by Gen Z in recent years. (Present Perfect Passive)

• have influenced

• have been influenced

• are influencing

• had been influenced

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'have been influenced' as it uses the Present Perfect Passive form, indicating that Gen Z has had an impact on shopping habits over time, without specifying when.

Last year, a record number of purchases _______ through social media. (Past Simple Passive)

• were made

• are made

• was making

• have been made

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'were made' because the sentence is in the Past Simple Passive voice, indicating that the purchases occurred last year. The other options do not fit the past tense requirement.

New eco-friendly products _______ by many companies to appeal to Gen Z. (Present Continuous Passive)

• are being created

• have been created

• were creating

• are created

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'are being created' as it is in the Present Continuous Passive form, indicating that new eco-friendly products are currently being developed by companies to attract Gen Z.