đ~15-20 minutes
âïžDiscuss the article and PC with your classmate and take notes including linking words on your whiteboard
đŻReinforces writing and discussion skills
Discuss the benefits and pitfalls of PC using the questions below. Remember to use linking words in your answer. Your group's answer is your exit ticket.
In the article, Sweden (47%) is framed as one of the other nations (along with Canada and the Netherlands) that scores "similarly" to the UK/US/Australia in having a "negative view of political correctness."
What are the negative aspects of PC?
The global average (60% supporting more sensitivity) is heavily influenced by populous nations like Turkey, India, and China, where large majorities lean toward the sensitive end of the scale. The UK, US, Australia, and Sweden deviate because nearly half or more of their populations place themselves on the "too easily offended" (anti-PC) end.
What do you see as the main arguments for supporting more sensitivity?
Linking words in brief:
Contrast: However, on the other hand, whereas
Addition: Moreover, in addition, furthermore
Cause/Effect: Therefore, as a result, consequently