B1 – Intermediate
With global crises like the Coronavirus pandemic and the Ukraine war, it has been difficult for many countries and their citizens. The prices of food and energy have increased a lot recently.
It is necessary for global leaders to think of solutions to our many economic problems. Some millionaires think they should be taxed more by their governments.
Read the article about rich people asking their governments to tax them more.
https://breakingnewsenglish.com/2205/220526-millionaires-tax-1.html
Discussion Questions:
- What is your opinion on these rich people asking their governments to increase their taxes?
- Do you think rich people are paying very little taxes? Should they pay higher taxes? Explain your opinion.
- How else can economies recover from economic crisis?
- How is the economy of your country now and what is your government’s plan to improve the economy of your country?
- How are you and everyone in your country affected by the the cost of living crisis?