1 Work in pairs. Ask and answer the following questions. 

(Làm việc theo cặp. Hỏi và trả lời các câu hỏi sau.)

1 Have you ever bought a brand? 

(Bạn đã từng mua đồ hiệu chưa?)

2 If yes, what did you buy and how much was it? 

(Nếu có, bạn đã mua gì và giá bao nhiêu?)

2 Read the text and decide whether the writer likes branded products or not? Why? 

(Đọc văn bản và quyết định xem người viết có thích sản phẩm có thương hiệu hay không? Tại sao?)

There are various reasons why people buy brands, but there are three main reasons. Personal preference and the wish to show off are the first and second reasons. Some people like branded goods as the brand makes them feel better about themselves. For example, they like wearing branded clothes as it gives them more confidence in life. Some teenage girls are even obsessed with brands. They believe that they look trendy and cool in branded clothes, so they often save their money for brands. Some people buy brands because they think the product looks better, and they are happy about that. Some people buy brands simply because they want others to know about their wealth. 

The third reason is quality. Many people buy brands because they want to be free from worries. Branded products are often of better quality than no-name products. Information of the product is often clear and reliable. The service that comes with the product is often good. If there is any problem, the product can be replaced or repaired or the customer can receive a refund. The brand item may be expensive, but it can give you a peace of mind. When buying things, I often consider the quality of the product, the reputation of the product, and any past experiences with the product. This makes it easier for me to decide whether to buy a brand or a no-name product. 

3 Read the text again and choose the correct option for each question. 

(Đọc lại văn bản và chọn phương án đúng cho mỗi câu hỏi.)

1 Why do people buy brands? 

A. because they like wearing branded clothes. 

B. because they like the quality of the products. 

C. because they want to show off. 

D. All the above options are correct. 

2 Why are teenage girls obsessed with brands? 

A. because they have a lot of money. 

B. because they like the quality of the products. 

C. because they want to look fashionable. 

D. because their parents often buy them branded clothes. 

3 When a branded product has problem, you can 

A. ask for your money back 

B. ask for a replacement 

C. ask for another product 

D. Both A and B are correct. 

4 Work in groups. Discuss the following question. 

(Làm việc theo nhóm. Thảo luận câu hỏi sau.)

Do you think branded products are better than no-name products? Why? 

(Bạn có nghĩ rằng sản phẩm có thương hiệu tốt hơn sản phẩm không có tên tuổi? Tại sao?)