Pandemic shaming: is it helping us keep our distance?

This is a list of key vocabulary and expressions from the article in order of how useful they are. The student must choose 6 items from the list to study in the lesson.

To threaten

An outcome

To cope with something

To feel sorry for someone

A measure/ To take measures

To tend to do something

To tackle

When it comes to

To cough

To humiliate someone

Inevitable

Vulnerable

Yet (meaning despite that)

A glance/ To glance

Packed

To shut down

Uplifting

Dire

To skyrocket

A fortnight

To single (someone/ something) out

Improper

To hoard

To make matters worse

Backlash


Please be aware that the word below is offensive and should not be used around children or in formal situations.

A twat (meaning a stupid or unpleasant person)

15 conversation-provoking questions related to the article.

  1. Is ‘pandemic shaming’ helping us keep our distance?

  2. What are the social distancing rules in your own country?

  3. How strictly have you been following the rules?

  4. How difficult has social distancing been for you?

  5. What aspects of normal life do you miss the most?

  6. Have you seen anyone breaking the rules?

  7. Is it easier for rich people to follow the rules?

  8. What should the police do if they see people breaking the rules?

  9. How has your job been affected by the lockdown?

  10. How have you been spending your free time?

  11. What types of ‘shaming’ existed in your secondary school?

  12. Are children more likely to participate in ‘shaming’ than adults?

  13. What types of ‘shaming’ are common in the society in which you live?

  14. Can shaming ever be helpful?

  15. Do employees respond better to reward or punishment?

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