This unit uses a dialogue approach to discuss popular vocabulary around investments. Topics include: diversification, yields, index funds, and more.
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Multiple Choice Activity
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Listening Comprehension Activity
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Spelling and Recognition
Students will be able to identify and spell a vocabulary term correctly given only the definition.
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Reading Activity: Investments
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Frank Smith: Good morning Mr Gibbs, you wanted to see me.
Mr Gibbs: Yes, come in and take a seat. I would like to diversify my investments and I'd like you to give me your opinion on some possible options.
Frank: Of course, what kind of investments are you thinking of?
Mr Gibbs: Well, ideally I want something with a high yield and a low risk.
Frank: That may be asking a bit…
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All investors are looking for maximum yield with minimum risk.
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Most startups go bankrupt within the first two years.
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Having a varied investment portfolio helped him to survive the slump.
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Writing Practice Activity
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- If you had $1Million to invest, how would you invest it? Why?
- Why do you think peer-funding is becoming popular?
