# Practice 2

# Reading Activity: Black Friday

Black Friday is the day after Thanksgiving in the United States. It is the biggest shopping day of the year. Many stores open very early, some at midnight, to offer big discounts on various products. People often wait in long lines outside stores to get the best prizes and save money. On this day, stores can make a lot of money, which helps them stay "in the black," meaning they are productive.

The tradition of Black Friday started in the 1960s. Sellers identified that many people wanted to shop after Thanksgiving dinner. Soon, it became a huge event. Many people plan their shopping lists days before and look for advertisements that show the best offers.

Some people enjoy shopping on Black Friday because they can find great prices on electronics, clothes, and toys. Families often buy gifts for the upcoming holiday season. However, others think it is too crazy and stressful. They worry about crowds and long waits at checkout lines.

In response to Black Friday, there is a movement called Buy Nothing Day. This day invites people to not shop at all and think about their spending habits. Supporters believe that we should consider what we really need instead of buying many things just because they are cheap.

Now, online shopping is very popular on Black Friday. Many people prefer to shop from home to avoid long lines and crowded stores. As a result, it was created the "Cyber Monday," which is the Monday after Thanksgiving. That day people can find many online offers.

After reading, answer the following quiz.

# Quiz

# Question

1. What day is Black Friday?

# Answers

Option 1

The day after Thanksgiving

Option 2

The day before Thanksgiving

Option 3

Christmas Day

# Question

2. When did the tradition of Black Friday start?

# Answers

Option 1

Before 1920

Option 2

After 1980

Option 3

Before 1970

Option 4

In the 2000s

# Question

3. What is the main reason why many people enjoy shopping on Black Friday?

# Answers

Option 1

They can avoid the holiday rush

Option 2

They can enjoy the festive atmosphere

Option 3

They can find great prices on products

Option 4

They can explore new stores

# Question

4. Why do stores open early on Black Friday?

# Answers

Option 1

To offer discounts

Option 2

To restock their shelves

Option 3

To close early

# Question

5. What do many people do before Black Friday?

# Answers

Option 1

They go to the movies

Option 2

They think about what to buy

Option 3

They take a vacation

Option 4

They wear black clothes

# Question

6. What types of items do people often buy on Black Friday?

# Answers

Option 1

They only buy food

Option 2

They buy magazines and books

Option 3

They buy gift cards

Option 4

They buy electronics, clothes, and toys

# Question

7. What is the purpose of Buy Nothing Day?

# Answers

Option 1

To encourage more shopping

Option 2

To promote online shopping

Option 3

To promote not to spend money

Option 4

To sleep all day

# Question

8. Cyber Monday is exclusively for in-store shopping.

# Answers

Option 1

False

Option 2

True

# Question

9. What is one reason some people dislike Black Friday?

# Answers

Option 1

They worry about spending much time in lines

Option 2

They love shopping

Option 3

They enjoy the discounts

Option 4

They like to meet people

# Question

10. In Black Friday people can get many online offers.

# Answers

Option 1

True

Option 2

False

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