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Anglais · 1ère Année Bac — Arts appliqués

Society and social Problems

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Le chapitre « Society and Social Problems » se concentre sur l'identification et l'analyse des défis rencontrés par notre société. Les thèmes clés incluent :

  • Social issues : Poverty (pauvreté), illiteracy (analphabétisme), unemployment (chômage), homelessness (sans-abrisme), drug abuse (toxicomanie), et juvenile delinquency (délinquance juvénile).
  • Causes & Effects : Utilisation des connecteurs logiques pour exprimer la cause (because of, due to, since) et l'effet (therefore, as a result, consequently).
  • Solutions : Utilisation des modaux de conseil et d'obligation (should, must, have to, ought to).

Méthodes à maîtriser

  1. Exprimer une opinion : Utiliser des expressions comme In my opinion, From my perspective, I strongly believe that...
  2. Relier les idées : Utiliser des connecteurs de cause et d'effet pour structurer un paragraphe argumentatif.
  3. Proposer des solutions : Utiliser la structure : Problem + Modal + Action (ex: The government should invest in education to reduce illiteracy).

Exemples corrigés

  • Cause : Many people are unemployed because of the lack of job opportunities.
  • Effet : Poverty is increasing; therefore, the government must intervene.
  • Solution : We should raise awareness about the dangers of drug abuse.

Erreurs fréquentes

  • Confondre because (suivi d'une proposition) et because of (suivi d'un nom).
  • Oublier le « s » à la troisième personne du singulier dans les textes argumentatifs.
  • Utiliser des phrases trop longues qui perdent en clarté.
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Which sentence correctly uses "because of"?

❓ Questions fréquentes

Can I use "so" to express an effect?

Yes, "so" is a very common way to express an effect.

  1. "The city is crowded, so it is difficult to find a house."
  2. It is less formal than "therefore" but perfectly acceptable in a paragraph.

💡 À retenir : "So" connects two clauses within the same sentence.

How to start an essay about social problems?

Start with a general statement (hook) about the situation, then mention that it is a serious issue that needs attention. Example: "Social problems are a major concern in modern societies. Among these issues, poverty remains the most challenging one."

💡 À retenir : Always state your topic clearly in the introduction.

What is the difference between "must" and "should"?
  1. "Must" expresses a strong obligation or necessity (it is mandatory).
  2. "Should" expresses advice or a recommendation (it is better to do it).

💡 À retenir : Use "must" for laws/rules and "should" for suggestions.

What is the difference between "poverty" and "homelessness"?
  1. Poverty refers to the state of being extremely poor and lacking the basic needs for a decent life (food, clothes).
  2. Homelessness is a specific condition where a person lacks a fixed, regular, and adequate place to sleep.

💡 À retenir : Poverty is an economic status, while homelessness is a housing crisis resulting from poverty.

Chno hiya "juvenile delinquency" b darija?

"Juvenile delinquency" hiya l-in7iraf l-a7dath (l-ijram dyal l-qasirine). Homa l-a3mal l-ghayr qanouniya li kaydirouha drari sghar (taht 18 3am).

💡 À retenir : Juvenile = young/teenager ; Delinquency = crime/misbehavior.

How can I express an effect in an exam paragraph?

You can use transition words to show the result of a problem:

  1. Use "Therefore" or "Consequently" at the beginning of a sentence.
  2. Use "As a result" followed by a comma. Example: "Illiteracy is high. Consequently, many people cannot find jobs."

💡 À retenir : Always place a comma after "Consequently" or "As a result".

Kifach n-khdem "should" f l-examen?

"Should" kankhedmouha bach n-3tiw nasiha (advice) aw n-qtarhou 7al l-chi mochkil.

  1. Subject + should + verb (base form).
  2. Example: "The government should build more schools."

💡 À retenir : "Should" kat-ji m3aha l-fi3l bla "to" (base form).

Is "illiteracy" a social problem in Morocco?

Yes, it is considered a major social challenge. It refers to the inability to read or write, which limits people's access to better job opportunities and social integration.

💡 À retenir : Illiteracy is often linked to poverty and school dropout.

Wach momkin n-st3mel "because" f-ay blasa?

La, "because" kat-ji m3aha jomla kamla (subject + verb).

  1. "He is poor because he lost his job."
  2. "He is poor because of the economic crisis." (Hna kankhedmou "because of" 7it "the economic crisis" is a noun phrase).

💡 À retenir : Because + sentence / Because of + noun.

What are the main causes of unemployment?
  1. Lack of education or professional skills.
  2. Economic recession (fewer jobs available).
  3. Rapid population growth.
  4. Mismatch between university degrees and job market needs.

💡 À retenir : Unemployment is a complex issue with both economic and educational roots.

How do I write a solution for "drug abuse"?
  1. Identify the target (e.g., schools, families).
  2. Use a modal (should/must).
  3. Propose an action. Example: "Schools should organize awareness campaigns to warn students about the dangers of drugs."

💡 À retenir : Solutions must be realistic and specific.

What is the meaning of "social welfare"?

It refers to programs and services provided by the government to help people in need, such as health care, financial aid, or housing support.

💡 À retenir : Welfare aims to improve the quality of life for vulnerable citizens.

✍️ Exercices type examen national

Exercice 1

Fill in the blanks with the correct connector: (because / because of / therefore / so).

  1. Many students drop out of school _______ poverty.
  2. The government invested in new hospitals; _______, the health situation improved.
  3. He failed his exam _______ he didn't study hard.
  4. The streets are dirty, _______ we should organize a cleaning campaign.
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Exercice 2

Rewrite the following sentences using the words given:

  1. Unemployment is high. The government must create new jobs. (Therefore)
  2. She couldn't read the contract. She was illiterate. (Because)
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Exercice 3

Write a short paragraph (80-100 words) about how to reduce the problem of "homelessness" in your city. Use at least two modals and two connectors of result.

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