MONOLOGUES #1 C1
Alicia Yangüela García
CONTENT
JOBS IN THE 21ST CENTURY I
PHYSICAL TRAITS
NOISE POLLUTION
JOBS IN THE 21ST CENTURY II
POSITIVE EFFECTS OF TECHNOLOGY
PETS I
WAYS OF COOKING I
PETS II
WAYS OF COOKING II
THE ZERO-PRICE EFFECT
TRAVELLING ON A SHOESTRING
ADDICTIONS
ADULT LIFE
JOBS IN THE 21ST CENTURY I
The labour market is one of the main worries of everyone nowadays. Due to social changes, we can find new jobs as well as new professional fields and we may witness new ones in the near future.
What new jobs can we find nowadays? Do you know of any job that has disappeared?
How do you think that jobs will evolve in time?
Do you think more people will work remotely in the future? Why/why not?
JOBS IN THE 21ST CENTURY II
The labour market is one of the main worries of everyone nowadays. Due to social changes, we can find new jobs as well as new professional fields and we may witness new ones in the near future.
How do you think advancements in artificial intelligence and robotics will impact the job market in the next 10-20 years?
How might future trends in employment impact the concept of work-life balance?
What skills do you think will be important for jobs in the future?How can people prepare for these new job requirements?
PETS I
A dog’s breed is a big factor that people take into account when adopting from a shelter. Did you know that smaller dogs are more likely to be adopted than bigger dogs?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of having a pet?
Would you ever adopt a pet?
"Knowing your dog's breed can help you know if your home is agood fit for him." Do you agree?
PETS II
A dog’s breed is a big factor that people take into account when adopting from a shelter. Did you know that smaller dogs are more likely to be adopted than bigger dogs?
How important is it to adopt pets from shelters rather than buying them from breeders or pet shops?
How do you feel about dressing up pets in clothing and accessories?
Can you share a memorable pet adoption story you’ve heard or experienced?
THE ZERO-PRICE EFFECT
Hotel amenities, food sampling in supermarkets, giveaway products offered in magazines, the tiny pencils in IKEA, etc. The emotion that the term ‘free’ triggers is known as the ‘Zero Price Effect’.
Why do you think that ‘free’ is so appealing?
"The most valuable things in life are priceless". Do you agree?
If you could consume any product without paying for it the rest of your life, which one wouldyou choose? Why?
ADDICTIONS
Addictions are habits that people can't easily control. They can involve things like drugs, alcohol, or activities like gambling. Understanding addiction helps in finding ways to treat and manage it.
What are the most common addictions in your country?
How can addiction affect a person's relationships and social life?
How has the rise of technology influenced new forms of addiction?
ADULT LIFE
There comes a moment in your life when you realize you are not young any more: your friends are getting married, they are having children, you have a fixed job, your social life can deteriorate and you have backaches now and then.
What main changes can people undergo as they grow up?
What are the pros and cons of becoming an adult?
How do adult relationships differ from those in earlier stages of life?
PHYSICAL TRAITS
8% of the world’s population has blue eyes. Additionally, Heterochromia (the presence of different colored eyes in the same person) or possessing two layers of eyelashes are other examples of heterogeneity.
What are some examples of uncommon physical traits you know of?
Why do you think that being different from the rest is perceived to be negative?
How do uncommon physical traits affect peer relationships, especially during childhood and adolescence?
NOISE POLLUTION
Low noise, 'quiet carriages' are becoming more and more popular. The rules of a quiet carriage are that passengers should only be listening to music through headphones.
What is noise pollution, and what are its primary sources?
Do you think that the constant use of mobile phone devices contributes to the increase innoise pollution? Why/Why not?
Are we becoming more and more insensitive when it comes to loud noise?
POSITIVE EFFECTS OF TECHNOLOGY
A lady named Juanita Branch thought she was having a stroke. She took to snapping some selfies to see if her face was falling on one side. Those photos were crucial in treating her condition and helped doctors diagnose and save her life.
What positive impact can have technology on our everyday lives?
Can technology make us smarter? Why/Why not?
If it were up to you, what technological device would you make disappear?
WAYS OF COOKING I
For certain people, butter is the best cooking fat but, in some countries, olive oil is used instead. Some cultures consume great amounts of spicy food while others prefer bland meals.
Would you choose your country’s cuisine as the best in the world? Why/Why not?
What makes certain cuisines popular worldwide?
What stories or memories do you associate with certain dishes?
WAYS OF COOKING II
For certain people, butter is the best cooking fat but, in some countries, olive oil is used instead. Some cultures consume great amounts of spicy food while others prefer bland meals.
What culinary aspects can be affected by cultural differences (ingredients, methods, etc.)?
What role do food festivals play in preserving culinary traditions?
What do you think about gastronomic tourism?
TRAVELLING ON A SHOESTRING
Blablacar, Couchsurfing and Home Swap are alternative ways to go away without spending much money.
How has going on holidays evolved in terms of affordability?
What are some effective strategies for planning a holiday on a small budget?
Do we practice money consciousness nowadays or are we spenders?
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Alicia Yangüela
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MONOLOGUES #1 C1
Alicia Yangüela García
CONTENT
JOBS IN THE 21ST CENTURY I
PHYSICAL TRAITS
NOISE POLLUTION
JOBS IN THE 21ST CENTURY II
POSITIVE EFFECTS OF TECHNOLOGY
PETS I
WAYS OF COOKING I
PETS II
WAYS OF COOKING II
THE ZERO-PRICE EFFECT
TRAVELLING ON A SHOESTRING
ADDICTIONS
ADULT LIFE
JOBS IN THE 21ST CENTURY I
The labour market is one of the main worries of everyone nowadays. Due to social changes, we can find new jobs as well as new professional fields and we may witness new ones in the near future.
What new jobs can we find nowadays? Do you know of any job that has disappeared?
How do you think that jobs will evolve in time?
Do you think more people will work remotely in the future? Why/why not?
JOBS IN THE 21ST CENTURY II
The labour market is one of the main worries of everyone nowadays. Due to social changes, we can find new jobs as well as new professional fields and we may witness new ones in the near future.
How do you think advancements in artificial intelligence and robotics will impact the job market in the next 10-20 years?
How might future trends in employment impact the concept of work-life balance?
What skills do you think will be important for jobs in the future?How can people prepare for these new job requirements?
PETS I
A dog’s breed is a big factor that people take into account when adopting from a shelter. Did you know that smaller dogs are more likely to be adopted than bigger dogs?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of having a pet?
Would you ever adopt a pet?
"Knowing your dog's breed can help you know if your home is agood fit for him." Do you agree?
PETS II
A dog’s breed is a big factor that people take into account when adopting from a shelter. Did you know that smaller dogs are more likely to be adopted than bigger dogs?
How important is it to adopt pets from shelters rather than buying them from breeders or pet shops?
How do you feel about dressing up pets in clothing and accessories?
Can you share a memorable pet adoption story you’ve heard or experienced?
THE ZERO-PRICE EFFECT
Hotel amenities, food sampling in supermarkets, giveaway products offered in magazines, the tiny pencils in IKEA, etc. The emotion that the term ‘free’ triggers is known as the ‘Zero Price Effect’.
Why do you think that ‘free’ is so appealing?
"The most valuable things in life are priceless". Do you agree?
If you could consume any product without paying for it the rest of your life, which one wouldyou choose? Why?
ADDICTIONS
Addictions are habits that people can't easily control. They can involve things like drugs, alcohol, or activities like gambling. Understanding addiction helps in finding ways to treat and manage it.
What are the most common addictions in your country?
How can addiction affect a person's relationships and social life?
How has the rise of technology influenced new forms of addiction?
ADULT LIFE
There comes a moment in your life when you realize you are not young any more: your friends are getting married, they are having children, you have a fixed job, your social life can deteriorate and you have backaches now and then.
What main changes can people undergo as they grow up?
What are the pros and cons of becoming an adult?
How do adult relationships differ from those in earlier stages of life?
PHYSICAL TRAITS
8% of the world’s population has blue eyes. Additionally, Heterochromia (the presence of different colored eyes in the same person) or possessing two layers of eyelashes are other examples of heterogeneity.
What are some examples of uncommon physical traits you know of?
Why do you think that being different from the rest is perceived to be negative?
How do uncommon physical traits affect peer relationships, especially during childhood and adolescence?
NOISE POLLUTION
Low noise, 'quiet carriages' are becoming more and more popular. The rules of a quiet carriage are that passengers should only be listening to music through headphones.
What is noise pollution, and what are its primary sources?
Do you think that the constant use of mobile phone devices contributes to the increase innoise pollution? Why/Why not?
Are we becoming more and more insensitive when it comes to loud noise?
POSITIVE EFFECTS OF TECHNOLOGY
A lady named Juanita Branch thought she was having a stroke. She took to snapping some selfies to see if her face was falling on one side. Those photos were crucial in treating her condition and helped doctors diagnose and save her life.
What positive impact can have technology on our everyday lives?
Can technology make us smarter? Why/Why not?
If it were up to you, what technological device would you make disappear?
WAYS OF COOKING I
For certain people, butter is the best cooking fat but, in some countries, olive oil is used instead. Some cultures consume great amounts of spicy food while others prefer bland meals.
Would you choose your country’s cuisine as the best in the world? Why/Why not?
What makes certain cuisines popular worldwide?
What stories or memories do you associate with certain dishes?
WAYS OF COOKING II
For certain people, butter is the best cooking fat but, in some countries, olive oil is used instead. Some cultures consume great amounts of spicy food while others prefer bland meals.
What culinary aspects can be affected by cultural differences (ingredients, methods, etc.)?
What role do food festivals play in preserving culinary traditions?
What do you think about gastronomic tourism?
TRAVELLING ON A SHOESTRING
Blablacar, Couchsurfing and Home Swap are alternative ways to go away without spending much money.
How has going on holidays evolved in terms of affordability?
What are some effective strategies for planning a holiday on a small budget?
Do we practice money consciousness nowadays or are we spenders?