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Topic: Small Business Vs. Big Business
Part1: Video
Vocabulary:
big box store: (n.) a very large (often chain) shop that sells a large number of products, usually at low prices
pay off: (v.) provide good results
doorbuster deal: (n.) a retail item that is discounted for a limited time in order to bring customers to the store
boost: (n.) a source of help that leads to improvement
brave: (v.) endure or face unpleasant conditions fearlessly
faceless: (adj.) showing no character, personality or excitement.
Discussion:
- Do you prefer to shop at a small business or a big business?
- Would you rather work for a small business or a big business? Why?
Part2: Reading
Vocabulary:
monopoly: (n.) exclusive possession or control of the supply of or trade in a commodity or service
red tape: (n.) excessive rules or bureaucracy
appease: (v.) to keep someone who is making demands happy
in it for the long haul: (phrase) to continue doing something until it is finished, even if it takes a long time
scrappy: (adj.) (in this case) determined and willing to put up a fight.
Discussion
- Tell us about a small business you have supported.
- Will AI better allow small businesses to compete with big businesses?
