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READING ACTIVITY 1

Read the article “Going Local” and follow the instructions.

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Part 1

Answer the questions in complete sentences and in your own words.

1. What is the main idea of the passage? (2 marks)

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2. According to the passage, what are the differences between shopping at local shops and department stores. Explain you answers fully with at least 2 supporting ideas. (Content = 4, Grammar = 1, Total = 5 marks)

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3. In your opinion, which one do you prefer: ‘local shops’ or ‘big retail stores’? Explain your reasons fully (3 masks)

Part 2

Fill in each blank with a word from the list below. Use each word only once and do not change the word form. (5 marks)

depart, transport, participants, sustain,

generate, boost, supportive, valuables

1. At the end of the conference, __________ were asked to scan QR code to fill out questionnaire so that we could find out whether they were satisfied or not.

2. Children want their parents to be __________ of their future plans.

3. We need to know what time the plane for Tokyo will __________, so we can get to the airport two hours early.

4. Normally, your __________ will be stored and locked in a safe.

5. He wants to find a job that pays well enough to __________ his luxurious lifestyle.