Shopping Changes

♦Shopping Changes♦

♦Introduction♦

Every time that you go a different shop, it will sell different things at different prices. Chain stores, such as Apple® and Hollister®  will be more expensive than your local corner shop. This is because the gadgets and clothes in Chain stores are luxuries and you do not actually need them. Corner shops sell essential things, such as milk and eggs.

♦Comparison Goods♦

Comparison good are luxuries and you do not actually need them.

For example:

• Gadgets
• Expensive clothes
• Toys
• Jewelry

They are more expensive and you will find these shops in the center of towns and cities.

♦Convenience Goods♦

Convenience goods are vital thing that you need every day

For example they will sell:

• milk
• eggs
• bread
• butter
• water
• sausages

Convenience goods are cheaper and you would find convenience stores in small villages and suburbs.

♦QUIZ♦

What is the difference between a convenience and a comparison store?

1. They are exactly the same
2. Convenience is where you can buy the things you need and comparison is where you can buy luxuries (things you want but don’t need)
3. Convenience is where you can buy luxuries and comparison is where you can buy the things you need

What is an example of a convenience store?

1. Pandora
2. Hollister
3. Tesco’s express 

What is an example of a comparison store?

1. Corner shop
2. Apple
3. Petrol station shops

Where would you find a comparison store?

1. In the CBD ( central business district)
2. Industrial area
3. Modern housing