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Level A1 – BeginnerCEFR A1
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- Young people protest in Africa.
- Many were born in the late 1990s and 2000s.
- Protests began in Madagascar on September 25.
- People protest power cuts and water shortages.
- They also say corruption and inequality matter.
- On October 12 the president disappeared.
- The UN said 22 people were killed.
- There are also protests in Morocco for health care.
Difficult words
- protest — To express strong disagreement publicly.protesting
- justice — Fair treatment and fairness in society.
- problem — An issue or difficulty to solve.problems
- healthcare — The organized provision of medical care.
- corruption — Dishonest behavior by those in power.
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Discussion questions
- Why do you think young people protest?
- How can protests help bring changes?
- What issues do you think are most important for young people?
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