ARE YOU CONSIDERING WORKING ABROAD?

 The question “Are you considering working abroad?” asks if someone is thinking about living and working in another country.

People often consider working abroad for many reasons: to learn a new language, to earn more money, to experience a different culture, or to find better opportunities.

For example:

• Are you considering working abroad next year?

• She is considering working in Spain because she loves the language.

• They are not considering working abroad because their family is here.

This topic is useful to practice asking and answering about future plans, present decisions, and past experiences.

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GRAMMAR

• Present Continuous (for current decisions/plans)

  • Are you considering working abroad?

  • Yes, I am considering it.

  • No, I am not considering it.

• Present Simple

  • Many people work abroad.

  • She doesn’t want to work abroad.

• Past Simple

  • Last year, he considered working in Germany.

  • We didn’t consider working abroad before.

• Future with Will

  • I will work abroad if I get the chance.

• Future with Going to

  • She is going to apply for a job abroad.

• Modals

  • You can find many jobs abroad.

  • You should learn the language before moving.

  • You mustn’t forget your documents.

• Comparatives and Superlatives

  • Working abroad is more exciting than working at home.

  • It can also be more difficult than staying in your country.

  • For some people, it is the best experience of their life.

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VOCABULARY

1. Abroad – in another country.

2. Apply – to ask officially for a job.

3. Culture – the ideas, traditions, and customs of a country.

4. Language – the words people use to communicate.

5. Opportunity – a chance to do something new or better.

6. Experience – knowledge or skill from doing something.

7. Salary – the money you get for your job.

8. Visa – official permission to enter or work in a country.

9. Challenge – something difficult but possible to do.

10. Benefit – something good or helpful.

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USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

• Are you considering working abroad?

• Yes, I am considering it.

• No, I am not considering it right now.

• I am going to apply for a job abroad.

• You should prepare your documents.

• Working abroad is more exciting than staying at home.

• It can also be more difficult.

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SENTENCES

• Positive: I am considering working abroad next year.

• Negative: I am not considering working abroad at the moment.

• Question: Are you considering working abroad?

• Answer: Yes, I am. / No, I am not.

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CONVERSATION

Lisa: Are you considering working abroad?
Tom: Yes, I am. I want to work in Canada next year.
Lisa: That sounds interesting! Why Canada?
Tom: Because the salary is better, and I can practice my English.
Lisa: That’s true. Working abroad is more exciting than staying here.
Tom: But it’s also more difficult. I must get a visa and find a place to live.
Lisa: You should prepare step by step. Do you think you will go this year?
Tom: Yes, I think I will. I am going to apply next month.

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Long READING

Reading Text:

Maria always wanted to travel. Last year, she considered working abroad, but she didn’t feel ready. She stayed in her country because she was afraid of leaving her family.

Now, things are different. Maria is considering working abroad this year. She is going to apply for a job in Germany. She knows it will be a big challenge, but also a great opportunity. She must prepare her documents, buy a ticket, and learn more German.

Maria believes working abroad will give her more experience and a better salary. She also thinks it will be more exciting than staying in her hometown.

Questions and Answers:

1. What did Maria consider last year? → She considered working abroad.

2. Did she go abroad last year? → No, she didn’t.

3. What is she going to do this year? → She is going to apply for a job in Germany.

4. What must she prepare? → Her documents, ticket, and language skills.

5. Why does she want to work abroad? → Because she wants more experience and a better salary.