IELTS Speaking Part 3 - Shopping and Consumerism IELTS Speaking Part 3 Masterclass High-Frequency Topic 11: Shopping and consumerism 1. Study Material (Lý thuyết) 2. Practice Exercises (Bài tập) Vocabulary Learning Please read through the text and understand the meaning of the bold words/phrases based on the context. In today's world, shopping has become a form of leisure. It may seem odd to those who are thrifty why spending money makes some people happy, but it seems there are explanations for this phenomenon . One is that shopping gives people control. Many things in life are beyond our control , making us sad, confused, or angry. But when people decide to purchase something, there is that moment of control—at least for a little while. Another reason is that shopping becomes a reward . When people are down or stressed, they often look for something to cheer them up . Thus, buying something new is enough to bring some joy to a person's day. Fortunately, for those who enjoy such retail therapy , there are many shopping options. Many visit stores where they can see products firsthand and try them out. Large department stores are convenient as they generally have all that a person needs. Smaller boutiques , however, specialize in particular ...