This text was written mainly to explain
a why second-hand items are great bargains.
в how second-hand sales raise money for charity.
C where you can go to buy second-hand things.
d which items second-hand shops specialise in.
2 What does the writer say about car boot sales?
a You probably wouldn't want the things on sale there.
в They are a fun way to spend a holiday weekend.
С Schools hold them to exchange toys and games.
D a wide range of things may be found on sale there.
3 The writer says that second-hand shops
A often sell only one particular type of thing.
b always sell things that have been carefully checked.
С are usually surprisingly good.
d never give you a refund after you buy something.
4 What does the writer say about charity shops and bazaars?
a They are good places for poor, homeless people to shop.
B They are good because shopping there helps poor people.
С They sell things that are worth almost nothing.
d They give second-hand items to people in poor countries.
5 Which of the following might the writer agree with?
A First decide what you want to buy, then find the place that specialises in it.
B City centres offer the best second-hand shopping.
С Second-hand shopping takes a bit longer, but it's worth it.
D Do your second-hand shopping at weekends, Christmas and on Bank Holidays.