Engelska 5: Working to live (reading comprehension)

Choose all correct answers (2 are correct).

What does Alisa McNeil say about her own generation?

• They want a lot of money.

• They want a good job with reasonable pay.

• They do not want to work at all.

• They want to have fun as well.

Choose all correct answers (3 are correct).

What is said about earlier generations?

• They lived to work.

• They were focused on earning money.

• They had no jobs.

• They worked very hard.

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What are generation Y's priorities when it comes to choosing a job?

• Free time

• Salary

• Fulfilment

• Status

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What reasons are given for Generation Y's behaviour and priorities?

• They have grown up during a time of economic stability.

• They have grown up during recession.

• They have nothing to lose.

• They have grown up in families with money.

Choose all correct answers (3 are correct).

What kinds of firms are said to be attractive to Generation Y?

• Those offering a lot of pay for little work.

• Those offering good benefits such as health care, gyms etc.

• Those offering flexible work time.

• Those offering the possibility to work from home.

The article describes how those who are now grown up felt about work when they were young. Do you think their attitude has changed since then, now that they are older? Give reasons for your answer.

Define how you think your generation (generation Z) thinks about work. What is important? Try to list at least three factors. Why are these factors important?

Who is your role model when it comes to attitude towards work? Give reasons for your answer.