4 - Language in Focus
Exercise
2
Read the article and answer the questions.
Solution
- Jordon traveled from Sheffield to Essex by taking a plane via Berlin. He did this because it was cheaper than taking a direct train.
- After his parents split up, Jordon and his mother had to live on less money, which made it difficult for them to afford going out for meals or trips.
- Jordon got the idea for saving money through coupons after watching the TV programme "Extreme Couponing," which inspired him to try it himself.
- Jordon changed his mind about going to university because he found a job and achieved financial security, which he prioritized over attending university.
- Jordon is currently saving to buy a house, which he believes he will be able to do in three years.
- Jordon is very focused on saving money and being financially secure from a young age, possibly more so than most teenagers. How his attitude differs from yours would depend on your own financial habits and priorities.