Prime Time 7/8, Writing, Arbeitsheft

15 b) Study the text “How to know if your neighbourhood is being gentrified” on how changes in a neighbourhood can be detected and make a list of the most important points. What are the consequences of gentrification? Think about the consequences of gentrification. Study the mind map and write at least three positive and three negative aspects into the grid below. 2  local charm celebrities artists students more diversity nice parks inflated rents loss of charm diversity interesting people affordable lifestyle highly educated people high-income new arrivals ethnically diverse residents low-income residents lower house prices more shops authentic atmosphere run-down areas are improved lower crime rate cost of living rises poorer people priced out more ethnic and social diversity people forced to move away collapse of local communities house prices rise cleaner streets higher standard of living higher local taxes lead to better services tensions among new and traditional residents rise small local businesses replaced new developments only for high-income residents chances for property developers gentrification reasons people problems chances Positive aspects Negative aspects 1. 1. 2. 2. 3. 3. 4. 4. 5. 5. 6. 6. 7. 7. Nur zu Prüfzwecken – Eigentum des Verlags öbv