A2 Stories
CHAPTER 4

The Sustainable Shopper

Natalia meets Hamid at the station at 09:00 for their appointment. She notes that the weather is rainy today.

A station announcement warns that the train is delayed by twenty minutes. They check the departure board for Platform 4.

Natalia explains that she has saved 15 pounds with her loyalty card this month. She compares her card to the one Hamid uses.

Hamid says that his supermarket loyalty card gives points for eco-friendly shopping. They discuss the benefits of each plan.

They pass by some roadworks on the way to the shop. The workers have blocked the sidewalk until 12 October.

Natalia tells Hamid that her local council has strict recycling rules. She mentions that the plastic waste must be clean.

They arrive at the store and see a price tag of 5 pounds for a reusable bag. They decide to buy one to help the environment.

Hamid says that he has a doctor appointment at 14:30. He suggests they finish the shopping quickly.

They decide to eat at a restaurant before he leaves. The lunch special costs 12 pounds.

Natalia and Hamid finally finish their tasks. They agree that saving money and recycling are both important goals.

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