B1 – Intermediate
France aims to create a tobacco-free generation by 2032. In order to do this, the government has banned smoking, especially in public places, particularly in spaces where children usually stay in such as parks, schools, etc.
Read the article about the smoking ban in France in hopes of a tobacco-free generation.
https://breakingnewsenglish.com/2507/250703-tobacco-free-generation.html
Vocabulary Questions:
- Define “passive smoking”. “The new smoking ban is to protect children from passive smoking.” Use this term in a sentence. Give 2 synonyms/similar expressions.
- What does “to break the law” mean? “Any smoker who lights up a cigarette in public will be breaking the law.” Use this phrase in a sentence. Give 2 synonyms/similar expressions.
- What does “disorder” mean in this context, “One large survey found that 30-40 percent of individuals will have a clinically significant sleep disorder in their lifetime.” Use this word in a sentence. Give 2 synonyms/similar expressions.
Discussion Questions:
- What comes to your mind when you hear the word “tobacco”?
- What was your reaction to the smoking ban in France?
- Do you agree or disagree with this, “Tobacco must disappear from places where there are children … a park, a beach, a school. These are places to play, learn, and breathe; not for smoking.”? Share your thoughts.
- Is it possible for your country to create a tobacco-free generation? Share your views on this goal.
- “Smoking is slowly falling in France.” Is it the same in your country? Why do you think this is?