1. Name two ways in which unequal development can have a negative effect on the lives of people in poorer developing countries.
2. Why did Western countries gain an advantage in development over the last 250 years? 3. How did some developing countries end up in debt to developed countries? 4. What kinds of aid does Ireland send to developing countries? 5. Explain the role that tax avoidance can play in countries developing unequally. 6. Name two benefits of Fairtrade for farmers and workers in developing countries. 7. Briefly explain your understanding of these terms: (a) financial justice (b) colonisation (c) debt relief (d) unfair trade (e) the WTO
DISCUSS
Have a short discussion (5–10 minutes) in pairs or groups on whether you believe Ireland should spend more or less money on overseas aid.
Listen to each other carefully and note down any good points that you had not considered.
Report back to your teacher and the class on what you discussed and whether you mostly agreed or disagreed, stating why.
RESPONSE JOURNAL
REFLECT Visit page 73 of your Response Journal to complete your end-of-topic reflection and see how your knowledge has developed.
