Topic: POWER AND POLITICS

Complete these colloquial expressions.

1	There has been a ........ of protests following the election results and many leading figures are demanding a recount. a) rush b) wave c) flood Well done! A 'wave of protests' are wide-ranging protests. Sorry, try again.Your answer has been saved.

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One thing that has always helped the party is the fact that the Prime Minister has the ........ touch with ordinary people. a) light b) simple c) common Well done! If someone in power 'has the common touch' they are able to communicate with ordinary people well. Sorry, try again.Your answer has been saved.

3	OK, now here's your chance to ........ your vote. All those in favour raise your hand. a) cast b) throw c) pick Well done! To 'cast your vote' means to vote.Sorry, try again.Your answer has been saved.

Now complete the gaps with the missing words.

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A) The wave of over the cut in public spending show no signs of dying down. B) He certainly has the common , which is probably a result of his honesty and interest in others. C) You can also cast your online, something that more and more people are choosing to do. Well done!Try again.Your answer has been saved.

Make them your own!

1) Has there been a wave of protests about anything in your country recently?
2) Is there a politician or leading business person in your country who has the common touch?
3) What would a political party need to offer you to convince you to cast your vote for them?