Read the rubric. Match the arguments (1-6) to the justifications/examples (a-f)

Discuss the following question.

What are the advantages and the disadvantages of online shopping?

What do you think? Look at both sides of the question

Write 200-250 words.

EXAMPLES/JUSTIFICATIONS

a you can spend hours trying to find the best deal amongst the huge number of product selling websites

b usually cheaper to buy things online; no transport costs to go to a shop

c shop at the comfort of your own home at any time of day or night

d shipping, handling and delivery charges may raise original price

e literally thousands of brands available at the click of a mouse

f you cannot try on a garment to see how it fits

• e
• c
• d
• f
• a
• b

ARGUMENTS

1. [ ] enormous variety of products and places to shop from
2. [ ] convenient way of shopping
3. [ ] hidden or added costs
4. [ ] no physical inspection of items to be bought
5. [ ] can be confusing and time-consuming
6. [ ] saves money