The New Yorkers in crisis over skyrocketing rents
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 bounce back (from something)
Vocabulary related to graphs, numbers and statistics:
To spike/ A spike (in something)
15 conversation-provoking questions related to the article.
1. What happened to Lauren Odioso?
2. What do you know about Andy Ward’s situation?
3. According to the experts, what has caused this spike in rent prices?
4. According to the article, what are some potential solutions to the problem?
5. ‘I’m considering moving out of my current home because my rent is increasing and my landlord is terrible.’ Is this true for you?
6. ‘Nothing can be done to solve this problem, so people should just accept it and get on with their lives.’ Do you agree?
7. ‘Living in London is so expensive and it’s simply not worth it.’ Do you agree?
8. ‘I’m a very good negotiator. I can negotiate with landlords, employers, sellers, clients and anyone who tries to take advantage of me.’ Is this true for you?
9. ‘Inflation has always been a massive problem in my native country.’ Is this true for you?
10. ‘I’m not fussed about who my neighbours are.’ Is this true for you?
11. ‘As I’ve got older, the things that I want from a house have changed a lot.’ Is this true for you?
12. ‘My grandparents had lovely houses that were very similar to the ones we have today.’ Is this true for you?
13. ‘If I owned a second home, I would rent it out for the highest possible price. There’s nothing wrong with that.’ Is this true for you?
14. ‘I’m considering New York for my next holiday.’ Is this true for you?
15. ‘I have lots of arguments with my partner about flats, furniture, housework and other things related to our accommodation.’ Is this true for you?