Szia!

Family finances

2.

1. Each month, my parents pay the bills for electricity, water and heating at the bank.
2. I didn't have enough money for the bus ticket home, so I borrowed some from my friend, Paul.
3. We looked at our family budget together to see if we can afford a holiday abroad in the summer.
4. My mum sometimes criticizes me for spending all my pocket money on clothes.
5. Could you lend me a few euros until tomorrow? I promise I'll pay you back!
6. I've decided to save up some money to buy a new bike.

Saving and banking

3.

1. You need to show some ID at the bank when you first open a bank account.
2. Banks usually charge you a fee for using their services.
3. You can transfer money from one bank account to another.
4. I haven't got any money on me. I'll have to withdraw some cash from the bank.
5. If you keep your savings in a bank, they'll pay you interest.
6. Another name for an ATM (Automated Teller Machine) is a cash machine.

Shopping and payment

4.

1. How often do you buy things in the sales?
2. When was the last time you found a great bargain in a shop? What was it?
3. What's the usual price of a tablet?
4. Do you prefer to pay in cash or by card? Why?
5. Do you usually keep your receipts from the shops?
6. How much does a laptop cost these days?
7. Do you always remember to take your change before you leave the checkout?
8. When you go out for a meal with your friends, who pays the bill?

5.

1. Have you changed your money into local currency?
2. How much cash have you got on you?
3. Does this ticket machine give change?
4. I'd love a coffee! Have you got any small change for the vending machine?
5. Where can I find the best exchange rate for my euros?

Goods and services

6.

1. tops, cardigans, underwear: clothes shop
2. slippers, boots, flip-flops: shoe shop
3. CDs, DVDs, Blu-ray discs : media shop
4. bookshelves, dining tables: furniture shop
5. newspapers, magazines: newsagent
6. medicine, shower gel, make-up, detergent: corner shop
7. cakes, bread, rolls: bakery
8. fruit and vegetables: greengrocer
9. paint, nails, tools (things for improving your house): DIY store
10. lots of different kinds of things (on different floors): department store
11. different things, sold in one of a group of similar shops owned by the same company: chain store

7.

This person will

1. fix your water pipes, etc. : plumber
2. make suggestions about managing your money: financial adviser
3. do your make-up, etc. : beautician
4. provide food for a party: caterer
5. cut your hair: hairdresser
6. deliver your letters, packages, etc. : postman/postwoman
7. advise you about the style of your home: interior designer
8. give you a shave as well as cut your hair: barber
9. solve your computer problems: IT service engineer
10. make or alter your clothes: tailor

Advertising

8.

Commercial advertising is a form of communication that tries to persuade an audience to buy a certain product or service. When a company has something new to promote, they will launch a campaign for it. They may employ an advertising agency to help them develop a brand. This involves creating a memorable name and image to appeal to the target consumer.

Making a complaint

9. Sorrendben a válaszok: scratched, replacement, refund, receipt, fit, exchange