Tag: First Certificate FCE

B2 – Upper Intermediate

Poverty is one of the worst parts of society and is a major contributor to economic inequality. When people are in poverty, most governments give relief funds to help.

However, when they start being able to work, they find out that they are losing money, which encourages those in poverty to stop working, and so the next generations, and the cycle continues. This is known as the welfare trap.

To find out more, let’s watch this video about the paradox of poverty.

Discussion Questions:

1. What strategies can the government use to prevent the welfare trap from happening?
2. In your opinion, is the welfare trap important to try and fix?
3. Have you heard or seen anyone stuck in this trap? Talk about them.
4. What do you think about the universal basic income or free money with no strings attached?
5. What are some government programs that address the issue of poverty in your country?

B2 – Upper Intermediate

Imagine being born in a group that predetermines the entire aspect of your future. From the school you are going, the job you are going to have and even the selected group where you can choose who you’re going to marry. This is India’s caste system.

Watch the video and find out the basic concept of this system.

Discussion Questions:

1. What is India’s caste system and how does it work?
2. Who are the untouchables and why are they treated poorly?
3. How does the caste system affect India’s social order?
4. Do you find this social stratification fair? Share your opinion on this.
5. Do you think the caste system can be completely eradicated? Explain your point.