The latest news on gambling and its terrible effects.

Match the form of gambling to the pictures.

1. Poker

2. Roulette

3. Horse racing

4. Greyhound racing

5. The football pools

6. Blackjack

7. Bingo

8. Fruit machines/ Slot machines

52) What are some of the problems associated with gambling? Think. Then, read the article to compare your ideas.

Read the article again and answer the questions.

1. Why are students particularly vulnerable when it comes to gambling?

2. Why do maths students tend to do quite well at gambling?

3. What is 'problem gambling’?

4. What other problems are compared to gambling?

Choose the times you go shopping very carefully. For example, you’ll make a huge saving if you buy next year’s Halloween’s costume on 1^st November (just after Halloween), or your Christmas decorations in January.

Always shop with a list. That way you’ll avoid making any snap purchases. Depending on what you are shopping for, you can easily save between 10 and 15% with this tip alone.

Never go shopping for food when you are hungry as you‘ll inevitably buy more than you need. Also avoid shopping if you're feeling a bit depressed. It may lift your spirits temporarily, but you’ll also probably end up with something you don’t really need.

Keep your receipts and don’t hesitate to return things you don’t want. Also, bear in mind that many shops will refund the difference if you find an item cheaper elsewhere after you’ve bought it.

Get a store card and use your discount coupons whenever you get them.

Don’t pay for features you don't need. Fancy gadgets or extras on everything from cars toMP3 players are often high-profit-margin items for manufacturers and dealers. Even if it only costs a little more, why buy things you’ll never use? Fewer gadgets can also mean less in repair bills.

Sell things you don't need or use any more. Simply register with eBay or any other auction site. Also, use these sites to buy second-hand goods. Some items can be as good as new, but they are only half price!

Walking or jogging in your neighborhood is free, and fresh air is better for you than the stuffy atmosphere of a health club or gym. Also don’t buy expensive sports equipment until you are sure you really need it.

Always buy second-hand cars. New vehicles lose 50% of their value in their first year, but may still have 70% of their useful life left. That’s why used cars are nearly always a better deal than new ones. Plus the insurance cost is lower.

Date: 2015-12-24; view: 742