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Exercise 1

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Match the words with their definitions. shopping spree Możliwe odpowiedzi: 1. a person who steals goods in a shop, 2. a person addicted to shopping, 3. making purchases to make you feel better, 4. looking for good price deals, 5. spending more money than usual while shopping retail therapy Możliwe odpowiedzi: 1. a person who steals goods in a shop, 2. a person addicted to shopping, 3. making purchases to make you feel better, 4. looking for good price deals, 5. spending more money than usual while shopping shoplifter Możliwe odpowiedzi: 1. a person who steals goods in a shop, 2. a person addicted to shopping, 3. making purchases to make you feel better, 4. looking for good price deals, 5. spending more money than usual while shopping shopaholic Możliwe odpowiedzi: 1. a person who steals goods in a shop, 2. a person addicted to shopping, 3. making purchases to make you feel better, 4. looking for good price deals, 5. spending more money than usual while shopping bargain hunting Możliwe odpowiedzi: 1. a person who steals goods in a shop, 2. a person addicted to shopping, 3. making purchases to make you feel better, 4. looking for good price deals, 5. spending more money than usual while shopping

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Exercise 2

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Put the words in the correct groups. 1. Words you can use to talk about how much you earn: Możliwe odpowiedzi: 1. commission, 2. national average, 3. pay through the nose, 4. steal, 5. pricey, 6. wage, 7. rip-off, 8. income, 9. cost an arm an a leg, 10. salary 2. Words you can use to describe prices: Możliwe odpowiedzi: 1. commission, 2. national average, 3. pay through the nose, 4. steal, 5. pricey, 6. wage, 7. rip-off, 8. income, 9. cost an arm an a leg, 10. salary

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Exercise 3

Choose the best equivalent for the words in bold in each point.

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1. If you make a purchase, you: Możliwe odpowiedzi: 1. buy goods., 2. earn money., 3. fire someone.

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2. A refund is: Możliwe odpowiedzi: 1. the money you get for doing your job., 2. the money you get back for a product., 3. the money you pay for products in a shop.

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3. If you hit the shops, you: Możliwe odpowiedzi: 1. don’t enjoy shopping., 2. are addicted to shopping., 3. go shopping.

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4. An advantage is the same as: Możliwe odpowiedzi: 1. a benefit., 2. a bargain., 3. a drawback.

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5. You schedule is: Możliwe odpowiedzi: 1. a career., 2. a timetable., 3. industry.

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Exercise 4

Read the sentences and type in the missing prepositions.

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1. People sometimes splash Tu uzupełnij on goods which they don’t really need. 2. Personal shoppers need to interact Tu uzupełnij customers. 3. If you don’t want to commit Tu uzupełnij your job full-time, you can become a personal shopper. 4. One disadvantage of being a personal shopper is lack Tu uzupełnij benefits. 5. Some people suffer Tu uzupełnij addiction to shopping.

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Exercise 5

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Read the sentences and type in the correct form of the word in capitals to fill in the gaps. 1. Job Tu uzupełnij makes me feel stressed out and anxious. SECURE 2. I wouldn't mind working Tu uzupełnij hours in the future. Working from 9 to 5 isn’t really for me. REGULAR 3. I think that your phone was a bit Tu uzupełnij. All you paid for is the nice logo and a box. PRICE 4. He was caught Tu uzupełnij, but the shop owners didn’t call the police. SHOPLIFT 5. In some jobs, you can earn Tu uzupełnij more than in others. SIGNIFICANT 6. I’m looking for job Tu uzupełnij which means I might need to find a full-time job. STABLE

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Exercise 6

Type in the translation of the expressions in brackets.

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1. The shoes I bought yesterday (pasują jak ulał) Tu uzupełnij. I will be able to dance all night long in them. 2. I wouldn’t like to work (na pełen etat) Tu uzupełnij in the future. I’d rather have a flexible schedule. 3. We (kupowaliśmy/kupowałyśmy do upadłego) Tu uzupełnij last weekend. It was fun, but we spent most of our money. 4. (Handel internetowy) Tu uzupełnij will make it easier for personal shoppers to find customers. 5. Would you like to (wykonywać zawód) Tu uzupełnij as a personal shopper in the future?

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Exercise 7

In each point, type in the same word so that it completes both sentences.

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1. A. The shoplifter claimed she didn’t Tu uzupełnij the T-shirt. She put it in her bag by accident. B. I bought a new pair of jeans for 40 zl! It was a Tu uzupełnij! They were really cheap. 2. A. The meal was delicious! Can I have the Tu uzupełnij, please? B. Personal shoppers Tu uzupełnij their customers in a different way. Sometimes, they work on commission, or get a regular salary. 3. A. The rings were a really good Tu uzupełnij. They were 50% off. B. Personal shoppers have to Tu uzupełnij with different kinds of customers. 4. A. Personal shoppers also have to Tu uzupełnij problems, especially if they are self-employed. B. I didn’t see the woman’s Tu uzupełnij because she was wearing a veil. 5. A. Most people like to get a Tu uzupełnij fee for the same job done rather than being paid by the hour. B. She prefers to live in a Tu uzupełnij. The cost of living is not so pricey. 6. A. If you are employed full-time, you are likely to get Tu uzupełnij like health insurance. B. One of the Tu uzupełnij of working as a personal shopper is that you interact with a lot of people.

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Exercise 8

Finish the sentences so that they are true for you.

People go bargain hunting because…
Last time I splashed out on something was…
In the future, I would like to pursue a career as a…
In the future, I would like my job schedule to be…
Working full‑time is…

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People go bargain hunting because...they want to save …/ they enjoy the thrill of …/ they need to purchase....
Last time I splashed out on something was...when I treated myself to …/ when I bought that expensive …/ when I decided to upgrade ...
In the future, I would like to pursue a career as a..., developing …/…, making a meaningful difference …/ architect, designing....
In the future, I would like my job schedule to be...flexible, allowing me to … / structured, with … and … / remote, enabling me to ...
Working full time is...demanding but provides … / fulfilling when … / challenging, especially when trying to … but necessary for ...

People go bargain hunting because they can get cheaper goods.
Last time I splashed out on something was a new mobile phone.
In the future, I would like to pursue a career as a shop assistant because I like working with people.
In the future, I would like my job schedule to be flexible.
Working full‑time is not something I would like to do in the future.

Exercise 9

Non‑typical professions are increasingly attracting the interest of young people entering the world of careers. One such profession is the personal shopper, a person who assists and advises customers while shopping. Write a journalistic article explaining what the job of a personal shopper entails and whether it may become a practical profession in the future.

The article should be 200‑250 words long.

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Nietypowe zawody coraz częściej cieszą się zainteresowaniem młodych ludzi wkraczających na ścieżkę kariery. Jednym z przykładów jest zawód personal shoppera – jest to osoba asystująca i doradzająca klientom podczas robienia zakupów.

Napisz artykuł publicystyczny, w którym wyjaśnisz, na czym polega praca personal shoppera oraz czy zajęcie to może w przyszłości stać się praktycznym zawodem.

Twój artykuł powinien zawierać 200‑250 słów.

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May I assist you with shopping?

Recently you might have heard… Some claim that…

Many of you may ask… It seems that they not only… but they also…, They help…, It’s enough to…

Considering the fact that nowadays people… As long as you… Not only will they… but they will also…This way…

So, next time you go shopping, …

May I assist you with shopping?

Recently you might have heard about various kinds of jobs whose names say little or nothing to you. One of them is called a personal shopper. Some claim that it could be in great demand in the near future. Interesting, isn’t it?

Many of you may ask what exactly a personal shopper does. It seems that personal shoppers not only do the basic shopping for people but also help find gifts for their friends. Their most common activity, though, is to go shopping with their customers and advise them on what to wear. They help you make choices that best meet your expectations. It’s enough to set the day and time and your personal shopper will be waiting there for you. As clever as that!

Considering the fact that nowadays people work a lot and have less time, a job as a personal shopper sounds to have a promising future. As long as you love interacting with people, such a person makes a great solution. Not only will they help you make the best decision about items, but they will also entertain you and turn your shopping into a pleasant experience. This way, people will save their time and…nerves.

So, next time you go shopping, don’t bother your friend to consult them on what colour of skirt or shirt suits you best. Arrange a personal shopper and hunt for the best item for you!

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