social issues

People who have no home live in a state of __________

When people do not have jobs, it is called __________.

Not having enough food to eat is called __________.

__________ means being very poor and not having enough money for basic needs.

Changes in the Earth's weather patterns over a long time are known as __________.

Making the air, water, and land dirty is called __________.

Treating people unfairly because of their race is __________.

When men and women are not treated equally, it is called __________.

Dishonest or illegal behavior by people in power is __________.

Providing support and treatment for addiction is vital for public health.

Stricter regulations are needed to reduce environmental pollution from factories and vehicles.

Extreme poverty leaves millions of people without basic necessities like food and shelter.

People you meet online are not always who they claim to be. Indeed, they may not even be real. Fake social media profiles are a popular way for hackers to groom unwary internet users and pick their cyber pockets. 

Prefer using your mobile data connection in public spaces.

Which word refers to someone who is professionally involved in government?

The debate became very ___, with candidates arguing about party values.

Read the text and choose the correct answer

Most people enjoy shopping, whether it's for groceries, clothes, or gifts. Shopping habits have changed significantly with the development of online stores. Today, many people prefer buying things online because it saves time and offers more variety. However, traditional shopping still has its charm. People like going to stores to see and touch the products, and sometimes they enjoy the social aspect of it — especially in shopping malls where there are cafés and cinemas.

What does the text mainly describe?

Read the text and choose the correct answer

Most people enjoy shopping, whether it's for groceries, clothes, or gifts. Shopping habits have changed significantly with the development of online stores. Today, many people prefer buying things online because it saves time and offers more variety. However, traditional shopping still has its charm. People like going to stores to see and touch the products, and sometimes they enjoy the social aspect of it — especially in shopping malls where there are cafés and cinemas.

Which type of shopping saves more time?

Skills for the 21st-century workplace

Have you got the skills you need for the 21st-century workplace?

We need to develop all kinds of skills to survive in the 21st century. Some, like ICT skills and knowledge of the digital world, are taught explicitly in schools in the UK. Here are five less obvious ones for you to think about. These are the sorts of skills that employers may ask you questions about in interviews, so it’s a good idea to think about how good you are in these areas. What are your strengths and weaknesses?

Imagination

In the age of technology that we are living in now, it is no longer enough to keep on making the same products. Employers need people who can imagine new approaches and new ideas.

Think: Think of an object or gadget you use every day. How could it be improved? Can you think of three improvements?

Problem solving

Employers will value workers who are able to see problems before they happen and come up with creative solutions.

Think: Imagine you are organising an end-of-term social event at school. Think of some problems that you could face. Can you think of any solutions?

Communication skills

Workers will have to be good communicators. They will have to be able to negotiate and discuss key issues and also write in a clear way without using too many words.

Think: How do people communicate with each other in the 21st century?

Critical analysis

Employers want workers who are able to recognise the difference between information that can be believed and false information.

Think: Use the internet to find out three facts about a celebrity or famous figure. Can you verify the information by checking other websites?

Decision making

Individual workers have a growing amount of responsibility. It is important to be able to evaluate a situation and be confident in making a decision.

Think: Which three things could you do to (a) be healthier (b) do better at school and (c) help others? Make a decision now to do at least one of these things. Then … just do it!

Problem-solving means waiting for a problem to happen and then fixing it.

Skills for the 21st-century workplace

Have you got the skills you need for the 21st-century workplace?

We need to develop all kinds of skills to survive in the 21st century. Some, like ICT skills and knowledge of the digital world, are taught explicitly in schools in the UK. Here are five less obvious ones for you to think about. These are the sorts of skills that employers may ask you questions about in interviews, so it’s a good idea to think about how good you are in these areas. What are your strengths and weaknesses?

Imagination

In the age of technology that we are living in now, it is no longer enough to keep on making the same products. Employers need people who can imagine new approaches and new ideas.

Think: Think of an object or gadget you use every day. How could it be improved? Can you think of three improvements?

Problem solving

Employers will value workers who are able to see problems before they happen and come up with creative solutions.

Think: Imagine you are organising an end-of-term social event at school. Think of some problems that you could face. Can you think of any solutions?

Communication skills

Workers will have to be good communicators. They will have to be able to negotiate and discuss key issues and also write in a clear way without using too many words.

Think: How do people communicate with each other in the 21st century?

Critical analysis

Employers want workers who are able to recognise the difference between information that can be believed and false information.

Think: Use the internet to find out three facts about a celebrity or famous figure. Can you verify the information by checking other websites?

Decision making

Individual workers have a growing amount of responsibility. It is important to be able to evaluate a situation and be confident in making a decision.

Think: Which three things could you do to (a) be healthier (b) do better at school and (c) help others? Make a decision now to do at least one of these things. Then … just do it!

Communication skills include both speaking and writing.