Quiz: Are You Ready to Go Holiday Shopping Like a Pro?


Quiz: Are You Ready to Go Holiday Shopping Like a Pro?

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What’s the best reason to arrive early at stores on Black Friday?

Insomnia You want the best price You love crowds You need something that’s likely to run out


You don’t always get the lowest price at 12:01 a.m. on Black Friday. But if you’re worried about getting the hottest toys or game consoles, you probably should be one of those people pressed


against the door at midnight.

Question 2 of 10


What is Sofa Sunday?

The day when everyone takes a break from shopping A day for doorbuster sofa sales A day for people to sit on their couches and surf for Cyber Monday deals The day


for reupholstering home furnishings


Savvy shoppers know that the Sunday before Cyber Monday is a day to plot shopping strategies — while sitting with a laptop on your sofa.

Question 3 of 10


What month has the best deals on computers?

November December January None of the above


Retailers don’t want electronics taking up shelf space after the sales, and you often can get even better deals if you wait until January.

Question 4 of 10


Which of these items will Amazon accept as a return?

Electronic devices Gift cards Books Pet food


Amazon will take a book back. Electronics, gift cards and pet food? Nope. (You can’t return live insects or fresh flowers either).

Question 5 of 10


Which of these stores are open on Thanksgiving?

Dollar General Best Buy Walmart Costco


Dollar General is open with extended hours on Thanksgiving. The others will be closed.


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