Beginner Conversation: Economy and Livelihood

WARM UP

Let’s read the dialogue. I will be Ron and you will be Emma. After reading it once, we’ll switch roles.

READ

I watched the news today and it said prices in the market will go up because of the recent storm that hit our country and increase in oil prices in the international market.
I know. I just went to the market to buy things that I need, and I found out that prices got more expensive, especially the vegetables and fruits.

It is reported that the increase will last three months. So now, we have to fix our budget.
You’re right. We will also have to spend less on things that are not very important.

I will not buy the shoes that I’ve been saving up for. I will save the money for now.
That’s a good idea. I will do the same.
CONVERSATION

Let’s talk. Please answer my questions. You may ask me questions, too.

ANSWER

1. Do you read and watch news about your country’s economy?
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2. What comes to your mind when you hear the word “economy”?
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3. Do you think there are enough job opportunities in your country?
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4. Do you consider yourself a responsible consumer/buyer?
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5. Do you have plans in opening your own business? What kind of business will it be?
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6. Aside from having a job, what else do you think you can do to earn for a living?
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7. What comes to your mind when you hear the word “budget”?
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8. Name a country that has the best economic status.
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9. In your country, at what age should people start working?
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10. Have you ever worked on a farm? Do you love farming? Would you like to try farming it even for just one week?
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