Automation & Future of Work

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Questions 1 - 2:

Choose TWO letters, A-E. Which TWO opinions about the Luddites do the students express?

A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

Questions 3 - 4:

Choose TWO letters, A-E. Which TWO predictions about the future of work are the students doubtful about?

A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

Questions 5 - 10:

What comment do the students make about each of the following jobs?  Choose SIX answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-G, next to Questions 5-10.

Comments

A   These jobs are likely to be at risk.

B   Their role has become more interesting in recent years.

C   The number of people working in this sector has fallen dramatically.

D   This job will require more qualifications.

E   Higher disposable income has led to a huge increase in jobs.

F   There is likely to be a significant rise in demand for this service.

G   Both employment and productivity have risen.

Jobs

What comment do the students make about each of the following jobs? Choose SIX answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-G, next to Questions 25-30.

5
Accountants

6
Hairdressers

7
Administrative staff

8
Agricultural workers

9
Care workers

10
Bank clerks