Trust - Discussion

C2 Proficiency · Speaking Discussion · Cambridge Ready original exercise

Discuss some broader questions on the same theme with your partner and the examiner for about four minutes, giving and developing your opinions.

Trust

What do you think?

Do you agree?

How about you?

Why do you think some people are naturally more trusting than others?

How far can online reviews and ratings be trusted when choosing what to buy?

Is it better to trust people until they let you down, or to wait until they have earned it? (Why?)

What role does trust play in a successful community?

How might growing up in the digital age affect young people's ability to trust others?

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