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Level A1 – BeginnerCEFR A1
2 min
70 words
- A packaging expert gives simple advice for shipping gifts.
- He says parcel delivery can be very rough sometimes.
- Try a quick test by dropping it gently.
- Ship the gift directly from the store when possible.
- Use corrugated boxes and paper padding for protection.
- Paper padding can replace plastic bubble wrap at home.
- Do not rely on a "fragile" label to help.
- Seal all edges well with wide packing tape always.
Difficult words
- packaging — materials and methods to wrap items for sending
- parcel — a box or item sent by post or mail
- corrugated — strong paper material with many folded layers
- padding — soft material used to protect items inside box
- fragile — easily broken or damaged if handled roughly
- seal — close edges with tape to keep box closed
- bubble wrap — plastic material with air bubbles for protection
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Discussion questions
- Do you ever send gifts by mail?
- Do you use paper padding at home?
- Do you put a 'fragile' label on packages?
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