(Friends talking about what present are they going to buy for someone..)

Sally: Hi, tomorrow's Lily's birthday, I think we should buy her a present.
Patty: Yes, that's a very good idea.

Rob: Lily likes hiking. Maybe we should get her some hiking boots.
Sally: She also likes roller skating, how about buying her roller skates?

Jim: Maybe we won't have enough money for roller skates.
Sally: I have $50. How much do you have?

Patty: I don't have money on me, but I can pay by credit card.
Rob: I think money isn't the problem. Let's go shopping.


Comprehension Questions:

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1. Who will celebrate his/her birthday tomorrow?
2. What is Rob's suggestion as a birthday present to the celebrant?
3. What is Jim's suggestion as a birthday present to the celebrant?
4. How much does Sally have as her contribution to the present that they will buy?
5. How will Patty contribute to the money that they will use to buy the present?


Discussion Questions:

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TOPIC: Buying for Presents

1. What do you think is the best present to buy for Birthday? Christmas? Valentines Day? New Year?
2. What was the most expensive gift that you ever bought for someone?
3. Do you always buy or shop for presents in cash or using credit cards?
4. Are you a price conscious shopper when it comes to presents?
5. What was the most expensive present that you have received from someone? What was the occasion?