Is it a realistic plan? Labour has a new proposal to offer a job to every young person out of work — and cut their benefits if they refuse. But how much difference will it make?
Labour ‘to abolish youth unemployment’
Political promise: Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves (above) states repeatedly that she cares about young people because she believes every child should have the opportunity to flourish, unhindered by their background. Comprehension quiz
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What is meant by the word “proposal” in the sense of this article?
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Which word is the closest synonym for “disillusionment” as used in this context?
A: Excitement
B: Disappointment
C: Confusion
D: Agreement
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Add the correct punctuation to this sentence:
the chancellor announced the plan during a speech
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According to the article, which age group is described as one of the “happiest generations in the world” in Britain?
A: Under-25s
B: 16 to 24-year-olds
C: Over-60s
D: Graduates
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What is the controversial condition of Labour’s new job proposal for young people?
A: They must move to a different city to accept the job.
B: They have to pay a fee to join the scheme.
C: They will lose their benefits if they refuse the job without a reasonable excuse.
D: The guaranteed job is only for six months.
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Write down any two negative things that “long-term youth unemployment” is linked to (correlated with) in society.
A: Higher rates of crime
B: Social unrest
C: Better physical health
D: Increased university applications
Answers
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1: A suggested plan or scheme, 2: B, 3: The chancellor announced the plan during a speech., 4: C, 5: C, 6: A and B.
1: A suggested plan or scheme, 2: B, 3: The chancellor announced the plan during a speech., 4: C, 5: C, 6: A and B.
Glossary
Chancellor of the Exchequer - The chancellor of the Exchequer, often just called the chancellor, is the UK government's chief finance minister. They are in charge of taxation and government spending and borrowing.
Graduates - People who have successfully completed a course of study or training, especially those who have been awarded an undergraduate or first academic degree.
Disillusionment - A feeling of disappointment after finding out something is not as good as you thought.