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7 Finance

Am I going through it too quickly?
I can tell by your face you’re a little lost.
I didn’t catch all of that.
I still don’t quite get it.
I’m not really following you.
Is there a more straightforward way of explaining it?
It all sounds like gobbledegook to me.
What on earth does... mean?

Listening and Language Skills

A. Why do you think the people in this photo look confused? Tell a partner what you think the situation
might be.

Look at the phrases in the Everyday English Box. Which phrase or phrases would you use to:
a. ask if someone understands what you’re saying?
b. ask someone to clarify a word or phrase?
c. show that you can see the other person doesn’t understand?
d. express a lack of understanding?

B. Discuss with a partner.

1. When people want financial planning advice in your country, which do you think they are more likely
to do?
a) find the information themselves on the Internet
b) read a book from the library
c) approach a financial planning specialist
d) ask friends or family
2. To what extent do you think the choice depends on a person’s age?
3. Are you given any financial planning advice at school to prepare you for the future?
4. What financial planning topics do you think should be taught in schools?

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