B1 – Intermediate
Trust and responsibility are some of the most important foundations in Denmark’s society.
A free kayak, a human library, and a bakery without a cashier are a few examples of just how much the Danes trust each other a lot.
Listen to this audio and read the transcript about how much they trust one another in Denmark.
https://www.newsinlevels.com/products/people-in-denmark-trust-each-other-level-3
Vocabulary Questions:
- What does “the catch is” mean here, “For example, you can rent a kayak for free with GreenKayak, but the catch is that you must collect trash while paddling through the canals.” Use this idiom in a sentence. Give a synonym.
- What does “to play a key role” mean? “In Denmark, trust plays a key role in society, especially in Copenhagen.“ Use this phrase in a sentence. Give a similar expression.
- What does “to rely on someone/something” mean? “The system relies on people returning the kayaks without damage, which shows how trust works in Denmark.” Use this expression in a sentence. Give a synonym.
Discussion Questions:
- Why is it important to have trust for one another in a community/society?
- Do have trust in humanity? Why or why not?
- If the initiatives mentioned in the audio were done in your country, do you think most people will be honest enough? Explain.
- How much do you think people in your country trust each other?Give examples on how people in your city or country show trust for each other.
- What are some ways that people can build trust with each other?
- How important is trust in your job? Speak about how you and your colleagues show that you trust each other.