Английский для социологов. Астафурова Т.Н. - 73 стр.

     9. ROLE    PLAY



     ELECTION CAMPAIGN

     COUNTRY PROFILE
     Study the map below, which depicts the fictitious state of
Deltaland and its neighbouring countries. Using the economic statistics
from the previous exercise and the information shown here, draw up
a profile of the country. What do you think are its economic, social
and political prospects?
     Things you might consider include:
     • the country’s princi pal industries
     • its transport system and infrastructure
     • the location of industrial and commercial centres
     • natural resources
     • environmental hazards
     • demographics
     • the threat of war from a hostile foreign power political unrest at
       home
     • the Northwest-Southeast divide

       OUTLINING PROPOSALS
       We are committed to ... . Above all, we must …... . Unless we ...
Basically, what we’re proposing is ... . In no circumstances must we
allow ... If elected, we aim to ... by ... .
       We need to be thinking in terms of ... . We see no alternative but
to ... . A vote for us will mean ... .
      POLITICAL STRATEGIES
      In two weeks time the troubled country of Deltaland is to hold a
general election. What political parties do you imagine would exist in
such a country? A right wing or nationalist party? A left wing socialist
or communist party? A liberal democratic party? A green party?
      Work in groups, each representing a different political party. First,
hold a strategy meeting to decide on your general policies. Then, in
note form, put together a manifesto. Finally, give a five-minute election
broadcast to the nation outlining what measures you intend to take to
rebuild your country, if elected.



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