8. Compare shopping in open-air markets and in shops. I hardly ever go to the public market, but I know my parents do
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They buy meat, fish and
vegetables at the market. They believe that the products are fresher and of better quality. They
might have more choices too, because so many fishmongers and butchers come to display their
products
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I think that compared with the supermarket, it is easier to talk to the stall vendors and to
find out about where the meat comes from, or ask practical
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useful) questions about how to
cook the fish. Usually people at the street market are very out- going, and they take time to talk to
their customers
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9. What products are better suited for selling at open-air markets? People definitely go to the market to buy fresh products such as vegetables, fish and meat.
There are other kinds of markets too, where you can buy cheap clothes, or second-hand books. In
any case, items sold at markets should be easy to carry for the street vendors
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10. How does the quality of service differ in different types of shops? Well, the quality of the products varies depending on where you are shopping
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For example,
in my hometown, we have an area specialized in IT, and you can buy any kind of technological
item. But because the prices are quite cheap, you should be aware that the quality might not be as
reliable as it would be if you bought it in a licensed store. When it comes to supermarkets,
compared to the local supermarkets, big chain stores like Carrefour, the French store, are usually
cleaner and better organized. Usually the food there is fresher and cheaper. But it really depends
on where you go. You should try many places to make up your own mind.
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How important is good service to customers in shops? Good service is essential to customers. Clients expect the shop assistants to be helpful and
polite. A simple smile can make such a difference. If the service is great, customers will be pleased.
It is very likely that they will come back to buy more in the future. They might even tell their
friends about the shop. It is excellent for the shop's reputation.
