Give English equivalents of the following words and phrases.
3. Give English equivalents of the following words and phrases.
Принимать меры; долгосрочная программа/стратегия; приносить пользу; основа/фундамент; требовать; выгода/польза; справедливость; область/сфера; обеспечивать; способствовать/вносить вклад.
4. Say whether you agree or disagree with the following statements. Use introductory phrases for agreement and disagreement.
Agreement: Yes, I agree with it. /I can't agree more. /Absolutely/It's obvious /Exactly.
Disagreement: I'm afraid I can't agree. /I'm sorry, but that's not quite right. /To my mind it's wrong.
- There is no denying that globalization will bring economic benefits to all.
- Globalization doesn't carry any risks.
- Globalization could be the answer to many of the world's hard problems.
- To ensure equality and justice strong democratic foundations are needed.
- You won't be able to move fast enough in a global world.
- Women are playing a central role in contributing to global economy.
- Business and politics are the two realms that are dominated by men.
- We can make globalization work for all today.
5. Questions for discussion.
- What role do women play in the modern world? Is this role changing?
- Are the fruits of globalization available to all? Can it bring real benefits to poor nations?
- What risks can globalization bring?
- Why do you think women are still not fairly represented in the global economy?
- Can you open up your country and at the same time protect your national industry?
- Do you think globalization is a natural process?
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