Why is fair trade important not only for cocoa or coffee farmers but also for us as consumers?, Rich countries often send plastic waste to poorer nations. Should every country be responsible for recycling its own rubbish? Why or why not?, Imagine you find out your favorite sneaker brand uses child labour. Would you continue buying their products if they are cheap and high-quality? Why?, What is more important for you right now: buying the newest smartphone on credit or saving money for a future trip? Explain your choice., Imagine you start your own business (e.g., a bakery or a clothes shop). What rules (must / have to) would you set for your employees, and what would you forbid (mustn’t) them to do?, Rising energy prices affect the whole world. How does an increase in the price of petrol or electricity affect the cost of a pizza or a video game in your town?, What do you think is the best investment for a teenager: new clothes, an online programming course, or shares in a famous company? Why?, What is better for the planet: buying cheap items and throwing them away often, or buying one expensive, high-quality item and using it for years?, Should the government put high taxes on environmentally harmful products (e.g., plastic bottles or fast food) so that people buy them less often?, If you were offered your dream job with a very low wage, or a boring job with a very high salary, which would you choose? How does this relate to the global economy?, Who do you think is most responsible for the mountains of plastic waste – the manufacturer, the government, or the ordinary consumer?, Is it a good idea to borrow money (a loan) from friends or relatives to buy something you want immediately? Is it a "safe" debt, or could it damage the relationship?, The principle of "think globally, act locally" is discussed in the unit. How does buying food from a local farmer (instead of a supermarket) help the global economy?, If all the teenagers in your school started boycotting a certain brand because of its environmental policy, would the company be forced to change? Why or why not?, Do you think people will still use cash in 20 years, or will everything become digital (cryptocurrencies, phone payments)? What are the pros and cons of a "cashless society"?.

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