B1 – Intermediate
The increase in car insurance costs are making the impact of inflation even worse for many people.
Read the article about how the increasing car insurance premiums fuels inflation. Be ready to answer the questions that follow.
https://breakingnewsenglish.com/2404/240415-auto-insurance-4.html
Vocabulary Questions:
- What does “wreck” mean, “If you [wreck] your car, the replacement cost is really high.“? Give two (2) synonyms or similar expressions and use ‘wreck’ in your own sentence.
- What does “burden” mean, “Insurance is a huge burden for people struggling to survive in the cost of living crisis.” Give two (2) synonyms or similar expressions and use ‘burden’ in your own sentence.
- What does ”fender bender” mean, “Even a simple fender bender could damage sensors and cameras.”? Use this expression in a sentence.
Discussion Questions:
- What is your reaction to this news?
- Is the same thing happening in your country? Talk about the situation.
- Explain why the biggest factor for costlier insurance was the number of new cars.
- Share your thoughts on this, “Rising prices are affecting the lowest paid most.”.
- Do you agree with this statement, “Insurance is a huge burden for people struggling to survive in the cost of living crisis.”? Explain your point.