Debate Week
Debate Topic: Are Japanese convenience stores an overall positive for the citizens, or only killing small businesses?
Understanding the topic: Reading
Vocabulary:
come with a cost: (v.) have a negative result or consequence; require a sacrifice or loss
dominate: (v.) have power and influence over.
Other keywords that might be useful:
reliable: (adj.) always provides the same quality of service, and thus can be trusted.
unfair competition: (n.) when one company uses its position to make it nearly impossible for others to compete.
barriers to entry: (n.) obstacles that make it difficult for a new company to enter a market.
nationwide: (adj.) found everywhere in the country.
student jobs: (n.) jobs that can be done by students and helps support them on their tuition.
loss of local identity: (n.) when a place starts to look the same as others, losing its independent shops, atmosphere or traditions.