1. Some people think that the best way to reduce the time spent in travelling to work is to replace parks and gardens close to the city center with buildings apartments for commuters, but others disagree.
Discuss both views and give your own opinion. (Social)
2. Some people believe famous people's support towards international aid organizations draws the attention to problems, while others think celebrities make the problems less important.
Discuss both views and give your opinion. (Society)
3. Human activities have negative effects on plants and animal species. Some people think that it is too late to do anything about this problem. Other people believe that effective measures can be taken to improve this situation.
Discuss both views and give your opinion. (Environmental friendly)
4. Some people think that social networking sites have a huge negative impact on both individuals and society.
To what extent do you agree or disagree? (Technology)
5. It is not necessary for people to travel to other places to learn about the culture. We can learn as much as from books, films, and the Internet.
To what extent do you agree or disagree? (Culture)
6. Some people prefer to have temporary jobs, which means they only work a few months in a year and use the rest of the time to do what they want.
What is your opinion? (Job)
7. Countries with a long average working time are more economically successful than those countries which do not have a long working time.
To what extent do you agree or disagree? (Work)
8. As countries develop, more and more people buy and use their own cars.
Do you think the advantages of this trend for individuals outweigh the disadvantages for the environment? (Social)
9. With the increasing demand for energy sources of oil and gas, people should look for sources of oil and gas in remote and untouched natural places.
Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages of damaging such areas? (Environment)
10. Developments in science and technology have caused environmental problems. Some people think that a simpler way of life will protect the environment, while others believe that science and technology can solve environmental problems.
Discuss both views and give your own opinion. (Environment)
11. Many animal species in the world are becoming extinct nowadays. Some people say that countries and individuals should protect these animals from dying out, while others say we should concentrate more on problems of human beings.
Discuss both views and give your opinion. (Environment)
12. In many countries today, people in big cities prefer to live alone or in small family units rather than in larger, extended family groups.
Is this a positive or negative trend? (Society)
13. The spread of multinational companies and the increase of globalization produces positive effects for everyone.
To what extent do you agree or disagree? (International)
14. Some people think that success in life comes from hard work and determination, while others think that there are more important factors such as money and appearance.
Discuss both views and give your opinion. (Society)
15. Universities and colleges are now offering qualifications through distance learning from the Internet rather than teachers in the classroom.
Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages? (Education)
16. Research says more and more business training and business meeting are taking place online.
Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages? (Technology)
17. In some countries, the difference in age between parents and children is generally greater than it was in the past.
Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages? (Society)
18. More and more people are using computers and electric devices to access information, therefore there is no need to print books, magazines and newspapers on paper.
To what extent do you agree or disagree? (Technology)
19. Developing countries require help offered by international organizations to ensure healthy and sustainable development. Some people think that financial aid is important. Others believe that practical aid and advice are more important.
Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. (International)
20. The family has a great influence on children's development, but the influence from outside the home plays a bigger part in children's life.
Do you agree or disagree? (Education)
