Working Conditions
Translate the following word:
schedule
emploi du temps
Translate the following words:
télétravail
perks
teleworking / remote working
des avantages (autre que le salaire)
Give examples of tax evasion scandals.
The Panama Papers...
When did Brexit happen? Who started it?
David Cameron. It took effect in 2020. (voted in 2016)
Translate the following expression: une fermeture d'agence (de banque)
bank closure
Give a definition of two concepts:
-conscious unbossing
-the great resignation
-the glass ceiling
-conscious unbossing: refuse responsibilities
-great resignation: resign job to seek fulfillment
-glass ceiling: invisible barrier stopping women from accessing executive roles
Define and give of an example of hard skills & soft skills.
hard skills: skills related to your field
soft skills: related to communication, teamwork, etc
Give a definition of a tax haven.
-a country that has a weak economy (no local production)
-where shell companies are created
-bank secrecy
What are the advantages of the common market?
-for people & goods: no restriction on movements
-no tariffs
What happens when an ATM is closed by a bank?
Access to cash is compromised
it can have an impact on the local economy
-> the elderly
Nowadays, are bosses in favour of teleworking? Why or why not? Develop your answer.
-> many call for a return to the office
lack of trust? need to control what employees are doing
micromanaging / presenteeism
If a job offer contains a "pension scheme", what does it mean?
It means that you will contribute a sum of money in exchange for a sum of money after you're retired.
Why do taxes exist?
To fund public services (schools, hospitals, and build infrastructure)
Define "outsourcing' and give an example.
When a company moves to another country in order to hire employees for a lower wage
French: externalisation
Why is data privacy so important nowadays?
Develop your answer (2 arguments)
-use of digital means of payment
-risk of scams
Is it easy to buy ethical clothes? (explain & develop)
-modern slavery -> the Uyghurs
-hazardous conditions -> 2013, Rana Plaza building
-high price of ethically produced clothes (unaffordable)
Define the Gig Economy. Give the advantages & disadvantages.
-precarious jobs
-self-entrepreneur, no sick leave, paid by the task
-> 04/2024: accusations d'esclavagisme Uber & Deliveroo
The Republic of Ireland is considered to be a tax haven. What are the consequences for the inhabitants and neighbour countries?
-rents have increased in Dublin, the city has become unaffordable for many
-unfair competition for neighbouring countries of the EU.
Give 1 problem caused by the European Union.
Social dumping, outsourcing, unfair competition
Compare the advantages & disadvantes of 4 means of payment.
-check, cash, bills, credit card, debit card, paypal...
What are workers entitled to?
(rights of workers) (7 and more)
-a payslip / sick pay/ parental leave/ flexible working / annual leave
-no discrimination / safe working environment ...
Could the job of accountant be replaced by AI? Develop your answer and use specific vocabulary of accounting tasks.
-account reconciliation / filing invoices / performing credit checks / complete the ledger / payroll
Name the different types of taxes that individuals must pay (3 types)
-income tax
-wealth tax
-value added tax
Give the name of a country that wants to join the EU + give the reason why.
-Ukraine > safety reasons
-Turkey > eco reasons
[-GB > economic reasons]
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What methods can one use to prevent scams?
-protecting private date
-cookies
-digital wallet instead of giving card details
-beware of phishing