Illiteracy & Social Empowerment - Tri Duc English TRI DUC ENGLISH IELTS Speaking Part 3 Illiteracy & Society Evaluating Educational Gaps, Social Exclusion, and the Eradication of Poverty Từ vựng then chốt (Vocabulary) Illiteracy /ɪˈlɪt.ər.ə.si/ (n) The inability to read and write; the state of lacking education. Social exclusion (n) The process of being marginalized or blocked from rights and resources. Self-esteem /ˌself.ɪˈstiːm/ (n) Belief and confidence in your own ability and value. Eradicate /ɪˈræd.ɪ.keɪt/ (v) To get rid of something completely or destroy something bad. Vulnerable /ˈvʌl.nər.ə.bəl/ (adj) Able to be easily physically, emotionally, or mentally hurt. Inadequate /ɪˈnæd.ə.kwət/ (adj) Not enough or not good enough for a particular purpose. Irrational fear (n) A feeling of fear that is not based on logic or human reason. Drastically /ˈdræs.tɪ.kəl.i/ (adv) In a way that is severe and sudden or has very noticeable effects. Causes Family poverty & overpopulation. Inadequate educational facilities. Low parental education levels. Social exclusion of minorities. Effects Low self-esteem & social isolation. Irrational fear of new technologies. Limited employment opportunities. Drastic increase in systemic poverty. Eradication Eliminating poverty as a root cause. Free education for vulnerable groups. Compulsory primary education. Building more facilities in depressed areas. Awareness Check Question 1 Which of these is the most effective long-term way to deal with illiteracy? A. To eliminate poverty B. To give everyone a free laptop Question 2 Illiteracy causes "drastic" restrictions in what area? A. Only in physical health B. Social participation opportunities Discussion Practice (Full Set) 1. Eradicating Illiteracy "In your opinion, what is the most effective initiative to eradicate illiteracy?" Show Band 8.0+ Answer The most effective initiative is a structural reform centered on eliminating poverty . Since illiteracy is often a symptom of financial hardship, providing free educa...