Britain’s net migration level pressures government

admin 2023年8月17日

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Pre-reading questions:

I will read each question. Then, please answer them.

講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。

Would you be willing to leave your home country to explore new opportunities abroad?
Do you have any family members or friends who have moved to a different country?

Vocabulary:

I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me.

単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。

culture /KUHL-cher/

[noun] – the way of life, especially the general customs and beliefs, of a particular group of people at a particular time
Different countries have unique cultures with their own traditions, languages, and customs.

opportunity /op-er-TOO-ni-tee/

[noun] – an occasion or situation that makes it possible to do something that you want to do or have to do, or the possibility of doing something
Moving to a new country can bring new opportunities for education and career growth.

strict /strikt/

[adjective] – strongly limiting someone’s freedom to behave as they wish, or likely to severely punish someone if they do not obey
The school has strict rules to ensure that students behave well and follow the guidelines.

immigration /im-i-GREY-shuhn/

[noun] – the act of someone coming to live in a different country
My friend’s parents went through immigration to start a new life in a foreign country.

reduce /ri-DOOS/

[verb] – to become or to make something become smaller in size, amount, degree, importance, etc.
Turning off the lights when you leave a room is a simple way to reduce energy consumption.

Article reading:

Please read the whole article. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation.

記事を音読しましょう。講師はあなたの発音とイントネーションを確認します。

Migration is the act of people relocating from one location to another. In the case of the UK, there have been noticeable variations in the number of people coming to live and work in the country compared to those leaving. These changes have a big impact on different aspects of the UK, such as its economy, society, and culture. Many things influence these changes in migration patterns. Factors like economic conditions, social dynamics, and government policies all play a role. For example, a strong job market or good educational opportunities can attract more people to move to the UK. Conversely, stricter rules on immigration or changes in the economy might reduce the number of people coming in. Also, social and political situations in other countries can influence people’s decisions to leave the UK.

It’s important to understand these migration changes because they impact the UK’s development. They affect jobs, diversity, and the population. Policymakers use migration patterns to make smart decisions about immigration, the economy, and resources. This helps the UK adapt and enjoy a diverse and lively society.

True or False:

Read the sentences and identify if they are true or false based on the article.

文章を読んで、記事に基づいて正誤を答えましょう。

Economic conditions, social dynamics, and government policies have no influence on migration patterns.
A strong job market or good educational opportunities can attract more people to migrate to the UK.
Stricter immigration policies or changes in the economy can lead to an increase in immigration.
Migration refers to people moving from one place to another for an extended period of time.
Social and political situations in other countries have no impact on people’s decisions to leave the UK.

Fill in the blanks:

Choose the correct word from the table then fill in the blanks.

適切な言葉を選んで空欄を埋めましょう。

culture

opportunity

strict

immigration

reduce

___________ is the process of people moving to a different country to live and work.
Embracing _____________ allows us to try new things and discover our potential.
Drinking water instead of sugary beverages can ______ your intake of calories.
Exploring new places allows us to learn about diverse ________ and broaden our understanding of the world.
When driving, it is important to obey ______ traffic laws to ensure everyone’s safety.