Verbs Relating to Social Issues

Strong GCSE social issues verbs include “aider” (to help), “soutenir” (to support), “protéger” (to protect), “réduire” (to reduce), “améliorer” (to improve) and “changer” (to change). They help you explain problems and solutions clearly.

A clear GCSE sentence uses an opinion, a reason and a solution, for example: “Je pense que la pauvreté est un problème parce que certaines personnes n’ont pas assez d’argent, donc il faut aider les familles.” This structure shows meaning and accuracy.

You can say “le harcèlement” for bullying and build a solution sentence, such as “Il faut arrêter le harcèlement à l’école” (we must stop bullying at school) or “On doit soutenir les victimes” (we must support victims). Add a reason with “parce que”.