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St. George's Market
The area of Belfast known as 'The Markets' is where you will find St George's Market. Watch the video clips to find out more about the history and present day of this market. Then try the questions to check that you understand.

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Answer the questions		Watch the video

1: The Markets area of Belfast ...		Video for Question 1
	still has many different markets
	has four different markets
	has always had just one big market
	has only one market now

2: Which of these statements is NOT true?		Video for Question 2
	The market space is very big
	There is no market on Friday
	There are more than 100 people selling things
	You can buy make-up in the market

3: The main purpose of the market now is ...		Video for Question 3
	to sell fruit and vegetables
	to sell fresh fish
	to sell a wide range of items, including fresh food
	to sell a wide range of items, excluding fresh food

4: The St. George's Market building ...		Video for Question 4
	is used for a variety of activities
	has a market five days a week
	is the same as when it was opened
	is used frequently for parties

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