1. Some people think learning history in school is important. Others think learning subjects more relevant to life is important. Discuss both views and give your opinion. (Education)
2. Study shows that many criminals have low levels of education. For this reason, some people believe that the best way to reduce crime is to educate people in prison, so that they can get a job when they leave prison. Do you agree or disagree? (Crime)
3. Nowadays some people claim that public museums and art galleries will not be needed because people can see historical objects and works of art by using a computer. Do you agree or disagree with this opinion? (Culture)
4. The best way to deal with the rising problem of traffic and transportation is by encouraging people to live in cities rather than in suburbs and in the countryside. What are the effects of rapid population growth in the city? How can the quality of life of city dwellers be maintained? (Social)
5. More and more people are using computers and electric devices to access information, therefore there is no need for printed books, magazines and newspapers. To what extent do you agree or disagree? (Technology)
6. Some people think that governments should invest more money in teaching science than other subjects in order for a country to develop and progress. To what extent do you agree or disagree? (Government)
7. Some people think environmental problems are too big for individuals to solve. Others, however, think that those problems cannot be solved unless individuals take some action. Discuss both views and give your opinion. (Environment)
8. Some people think technological development can reduce crime, while others think it actually encourages crime. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. (Crime)
9. It will be better to have wide use of driverless cars for individuals and society. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement? (Science and Technology)
10. Some people say that the main aim of advertising is to improve the sales of products that people do not really need. To what extent do you agree or disagree? (Media)
11. Some people believe that university education should focus on the skills of employment for the future. Others think they should focus on academic study only. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. (Education)
12. Health experts claim that walking is the best exercise. However people are walking less on a daily basis. What has caused this and what can be done about it? (Health)
13. It has become easier and more affordable for people to visit other countries. Is it a positive or negative development? (Tourism)
14. In many countries, students leave school with no understanding of how to manage their money. Why is this the case? What can be done to improve students' understanding of personal finance management? (Education)
15. In many countries, children are becoming overweight and unhealthy. Some people think that it is the government's responsibility. To what extent do you agree or disagree? (Society)
16. In the past, people ate local food in season. Nowadays, people buy a variety of foods from all over the world. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages? (Social)
17. Some people believe that using modern technology (digital photographs, blogs) is the best way to record and remember important personal events. Others think traditional methods (making photo albums, writing diaries) are better. Discuss both views and give you r own opinion. (Science and Technology)
18. More and more people no longer read the newspaper or watch TV programs to get news. They get news about the world through the Internet. Is this a positive or negative development? (Media)
19. Fresh water is a limited resource in some parts of the world. Today, increasing demand has made it a global problem. What are the causes of this growing demand? What can governments and individuals do to respond to the problem? (Environment)
20. Many museums and historical sites are mainly visited by tourists but not local people. Why is this the case and what can be done to attract more local people to visit these places? (Tourism)
