Research indicates that nowadays some consumers are much less influenced by advertising than in the past. What do you think are the reasons? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?

Government should protect culture. Therefore, some people believe that new buildings should be built in traditional styles. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think that parents should teach their children to be good members of society. Others, however, believe that school is the place to learn this. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

The best way for a government to solve the problem of traffic congestion is to provide free public transport 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In every country, there are driving laws to ensure road safety. Some people, however, still break these laws, such as by speeding or using mobile phones while driving. What are the reasons for this? What measures could help solve this problem?

Some people think that the best way to reduce crime committed by young people is to educate their parents about good parenting skills. Do you agree or disagree?

Some people think that governments should encourage young people to go to university. Others believe that young people should be encouraged to get a job after finishing secondary school. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Some people say that historical sites should be completely closed while others say that historical sites should be open for the public to visit. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Young people are leaving their homes from rural areas to study or work in the cities. What are the reasons? Do advantages of this development outweigh its disadvantages?

Some people think that studying history is a waste of time and money. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think news has no connection to people's lives, so it is a waste of time to read the news in the newspaper and watch television news programmes. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people believe that air travel should be restricted as it causes serious pollution and will use up the world's fuel resources. Do you agree or disagree?

An increasing number of people are changing careers during their working life. What do you think are the reasons for this? Do you think this is a positive or negative development for society?

Some people say the fashion industry is bad for the environment, as it encourages the consumers to buy new clothes all the time. Do you agree or disagree?

Some people think that there could be more benefits to society if more people study business than history. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think rapid population growth in cities only benefits people who live there while others believe that there are disadvantages. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

The best way to protect the environment is to use local resource, such as food or building materials rather than transporting resources from other places. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Many people think modern communication technology is having some negative effects on social relationships. Do you agree or disagree?

In more and more countries, people choose to give money on special occasions rather than giving gifts chosen personally. Why might this be the case? Is it a positive or a negative development?

Some people think that a high salary is the most important factor when choosing a job. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

Some schoolchildren dislike math. What are the reasons? What are the good ways to help these children enjoy learning math?

Some people think that certain old buildings that are historically important in cities or the countryside should be preserved. Do you agree or disagree?

Some people think that math is the most important for schoolchildren, while many others think that other subjects are more important. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

High-level computer skills are a necessary and important factor leading to a successful career. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In many parts of the world, children are given more freedom than in the past. Is this a positive or negative development?

Some people think that teachers should be responsible for teaching students to judge what is right and wrong and to behave well. Others say that teachers should only teach students academic subjects. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Everyone should become a vegetarian because they do not need to eat meat to have a healthy diet. Do you agree or disagree?

The media should include more stories which report good news. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think that violent films and video games have negative effects on people and should be banned. Others think that they are just relaxation sources. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.

In many countries, art galleries visitors have been declining steadily. What are the possible reasons? how to change this trend?

Some people think the newly built houses should be as same as the old house style in local areas. Others argue that local authorities should allow people to build houses in their own styles. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

An increasing number of developing countries are expanding their tourist industries. Why is this the case? Is it a positive or negative development?

Some people think technology mostly benefits our lives, while others believe it brings more disadvantages. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Some people think that improving people's standard of living is always more important than protecting wild birds and animals. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In many places, people's lifestyles are changing rapidly, and this affects family relationships. Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?

The government should spend money on children taking part in sports and art activities in schools rather than sponsoring professional sports and art event for the public. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

There are more and more older workers working in companies. Does this trend have more advantages or disadvantages for a company?

Nowadays, people spend a great deal of time sitting, leading to health problems. Why does this happen? What are the best ways to encourage people to sit less?

Now, men and women's clothing styles are similar. Why is this happening? Is it a positive or negative development?

The best way to learn a culture is to learn its language. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Although modern technology has made international communication very easy, many businesspeople still travel long distances for business meetings. Do the benefits of face-to-face meetings outweigh the disadvantages?

Some people want governments to spend money looking for life on other planets. Others, however, think this is a waste of public money when there are so many problems on earth. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Some people think that public art should be funded by governments, while others believe that it should be funded by other sources. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Certain laws have little effect now because it is difficult for the police to enforce them. Why is that? How can this problem be solved?

Some people think that only the best students should be rewarded. Others, however, think that it is more important to reward students who show improvements. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Some people think that it is better to use scientific techniques to grow food, while others think that we should grow food naturally. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Certain laws have little effect now because it is difficult for the police to enforce them. Why is that? How can this problem be solved?

Some people think that the ability to compete with others for a successful career is more important. Others believe that the ability to work with others as a team is more important. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Some people think that it is more effective for students to study in a group, while others believe that it is better for them to study alone. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Companies introduce new products regularly and encourage customers to replace their old products with these new models. Do you think it is a positive or negative development?

Today more and more people like to visit untouched or unexplored natural places. What are the advantages and disadvantages for these tourists and the countries?

In order to be successful in sport, some people think it is essential to have a good coach. Others believe that natural ability is more important. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Some people believe that the best way to improve road safety is to increase the minimum legal age for driving cars and motorbikes. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people believe children should have organized activities in their free time. Others believe children should decide what to do in their free time on their own. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Some feel that it is a waste of time to plan for the future and it is more important to focus on the present. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think a job not only provides income but also social life. Others think it is better to develop a social life with people you do not work with. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some people say that what children watch on TV influences their behavior while others say the amount of time children spend watching TV influences their behavior. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Some people say that artworks (e.g. painting, music, poetry) can be created by everybody, whereas others say they can only be made by those with special ability. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Some cities have vehicle-free days when private cars, trucks, and motorcycles are banned from the city center. People are encouraged to use public transportation such as buses, taxis, and metro on vehicle-free days. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

Some people think success in life comes from hard work and determination, but others think there are more important factors like money and appearance. Discuss both views and your opinions.

Not enough students choose science subjects in university in many countries. What are the reasons for this problem? What are the effects on the society?

In many countries students who leave high school have no understanding of how to manage their money. What do you think are the reasons? What can be done to improve this important skill?

Some people think the advertisement has positive economic effects, while others think it has social impacts because individuals are not satisfied with who they are and what they have. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some think most crime is the result of circumstances e.g. poverty and other social problems. Others believe that most crime is caused by people who are bad by nature. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.

Some people think technological development can reduce crime, while others think it actually encourages crime. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

The international community must act immediately to ensure that all countries reduce their consumption of fossil fuels, such as gas and oil. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Mobile phones and the Internet could have many benefits for old people. However, this age group uses technology the least. What are the benefits for old people of using mobile phones and the Internet? How can we encourage them to use this new technology?

It is impossible to help all people in the world, so governments should only focus on people in their own countries. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think good health is a basic human right, and medical service should not be run by profit-making companies. Do advantages of private healthcare outweigh its disadvantages?

Some people think the increasing business and cultural contact between countries brings many positive effects. Others say it causes the loss of national identities. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

It is a natural process of animal species to become extinct (e.g. dinosaurs, dodos etc.). There is no reason for people to prevent this from happening. Do you agree or disagree?

Some people think that in this modern world people are getting dependent of each other. Others think the modern world gets people more independent of each other. Discuss both views and give your own opinions.

Some people think that the increasing use of computers and mobile phones for communication has had a negative effect on young people's reading and writing skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Many employees can now do their work from home using modern technology. However, this change may only benefit workers, not the employers. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some students choose to work or travel after leaving school and before going to university. Many people, however, say that working experience is more useful in adult life than traveling. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Nowadays, more and more people decide to have children later in life. What do you think are the reasons for this? Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?

Some people think it is a good thing for senior managers to have much higher salaries than other workers in a company. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people say that the government should regard the health care as the first priority, but some others believe that there are more important priorities to spend the tax payers' money. Discuss both view and give your opinion.

The only reason people work hard is to earn more money. There are no other reasons to do it. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people believe that teenagers should concentrate on all school subjects. Others believe that teenagers should focus on the subject that they are best at or that they find the most interesting. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

It is a good idea for people to continue working in their old age, if it is possible for them to do so. Do you agree or disagree?

Historical objects in museums all over the world should be returned to their country of origin. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some countries spend a lot of money on making it easier to use bicycles in cities. Why is this the case? Is this the best way to solve traffic problems?

Many students find it harder to study when they are at university or college than when they were at school. Why is this? What can be done to solve the problem?

In today's world, people spend a lot of money on appearance because they want to look younger. Why does this happen? Do you think this is a positive or negative development?

The values that we learn from our parents and family have a greater influence on our future success than any knowledge and skills we learn at school. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Some people believe that studying at university or college is the best route to a successful career, while others believe that it is better to get a job straight after school and develop work experience. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

In modern society, it is possible to go shopping, work and communicate via the Internet without face-to-face contact with one another. To what extent do you think this is a positive or negative development?

In most countries, celebrities often complain about reports of their private lives. Some people believe that they should accept it as part of their fame. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

One long-distance flight consumes fuel which a car uses in several years' time, but they cause the same amount of pollution. So some people think that we should discourage non-essential flights, such as tourist travel, rather than to limit the use of cars. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Art classes, such as painting or drawing, are as important for children's development as other subjects, so it should be compulsory in high school. Do you agree or disagree?

More and more people today expect to get what they want instantly (e.g. goods, services, news), without having to wait. Why is this? Do you think this a positive or negative development?

Some people say it is acceptable to use animals for our benefits. Others say it is wrong to exploit them for our own purposes. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Nowadays some consumers are less influenced by advertising than in the past. What are the reasons? Is it a positive or negative development?

Some ex-prisoners commit crimes after being released from the prison. What do you think the causes are? How can it be solved?

Organized tours to remote places and communities are increasingly popular. Is it a positive or negative development for local people and the local environment?

Some people think they have right to use as much fresh water as they want, but others believe government should control the use of fresh water as it is limited resources. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Large companies should pay higher salaries to CEOs and Executives compared with other workers. To what extent do you agree or disagree

Some people think the government should pay for health care and education, but others believe it is not the government's responsibility. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.

Employers should give their employee at least four weeks' holiday a year to make employees better at their jobs. Do you agree or disagree?

Some people think that history has nothing or little to tell us, but others believe that studying the past history can help us better understand the present. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Students in university education should develop specialists in one subject area rather than develop a wider range of different subjects. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think watching television is bad for children in every way. Others think it is good for children to get knowledge. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Despite better access to education, many adults today still cannot read or write. In what ways are they disadvantaged? What can governments do to help them?

Some people think hosting major international sporting events brings a lot of advantages to a country, while others believe there are more disadvantages. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Some people think paying taxes is a big enough contribution to their society, while others think people have more responsibilities as members of society than only paying taxes. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Nowadays, most countries improve the standard of living through economic development. But some social values are lost as a result. Do you think the advantages of the phenomenon outweigh the disadvantages?

It was predicted that with the development of technology, people would have more free time in 21st century. To what extent do you think the prediction has come true?

Some people think that the government should provide assistance to all kinds of artists including painters, musicians and poets. However, other people think that this is a waste of money. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Nowadays, there are many celebrities who are famous for their glamour and wealth rather than achievement and this sets a bad example for young people. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Countries with a long average working time are more economically successful, but they are also likely to suffer from some negative social consequences. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some professional, such as teachers and doctors make a greater contribution to society so that they should be paid more than sport athletes and entertainment stars. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Doctors encourage older people to take regular exercise, but there are few of them taking enough physical exercise. What are the causes and what solutions could be taken to solve the problem?

Some people think that people should keep all their money and should not have to pay tax to the state. Do you agree or disagree?

People continue to commit crimes even after being punished for it. Why do you think this happens? How can crimes be stopped? (2023.1.14)

Some people think that secondary school students should study international news as one of their subjects; but others believe that it is a waste of their valuable study time. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

With the rapid development of communication technology such as smart phones, tablets and other mobile devices, some people think that the disadvantages outweigh its advantages. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

If people go to live in another country, they should follow the local customs and traditions. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Many people aim to achieve the balance between their work and life, but few people achieve it. What are the causes of the problems? How to overcome it.

Some people believe that the best way to improve road safety is to increase the minimum legal age for driving cars and motorbikes. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In many different countries, most shops and products become the same. Some people think it is a positive development, while others think it is a negative development. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

In many countries, there is no enough recycling of waste materials (such as. paper, glass, cans). What are the reasons and solutions?

Young people who commit serious crimes should be punished in the same way as adults. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think more public money should be spent on roads and motor ways than the public transport system. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

As housing is a basic need for people, the government should provide free housing for everyone who cannot afford it. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people believe the purpose of education is to prepare individuals to be useful to society. Others say the purpose of education is to achieve personal ambitions. Discuss both views and give our own opinion.

Some people suggest that young adults should be encouraged to do some unpaid work for a period of time for the community to help people. Does it bring more benefits or drawbacks to the community and the young people?

Extreme sports such as skydiving and skiing are very dangerous and should be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?

Some people think that the use of mobile phones should be banned in public places, such as in libraries, shops, and on public transport. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement?

Scientific research should be carried out and controlled by governments rather than private companies. Do you agree or disagree?

Some people think that printed books are no longer needed in the digital era because all writing can be stored electronically. Others think that printed books will still play an important role. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

In many countries, people wear more western-style clothes (e.g. jeans and T-shirts) than their traditional clothes. Why is this the case? ls this a positive negative development?

Some people think all lawbreakers should be taken in to prison, others believe that there are better alternatives, (for example, being work to do which is beneficial for local community). Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Many people feel that most of the urgent problems can only be solved by international cooperation. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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?

The leaders or directors of organizations are often older people. But some people say that young people can also be a leader. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people believe that the best way to become successful in life is to get university education, while others disagree and think that nowadays this is no longer true. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Ambition is a positive quality for people to have in many societies today. How important is it for people who want to succeed in life? Is it a positive or negative characteristic?

Some people say that the best way to be successful is to get a university education. Others disagree and think that nowadays this is not true. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Nowadays many people use social media every day to keep in touch with others and news events. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

Some people think the increasing business and cultural contact between countries brings many positive effects. Others say it causes the loss of national identities. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

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?

In some countries, old people who retire from work spend the money on themselves (e.g.holiday) rather than save money for their children. Is this a positive or negative development?

Some countries invest more money to make it easier to use bicycles in cities. Why? Is it the best way to solve the transport problem?

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?

Nowadays students can easily access information online, so libraries are no longer necessary. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Today more people put personal and private information online to do everyday activities such as banking, shopping and socializing. Is this a positive or negative development?

People living in 21st century have a better life quality than the people who lived in the previous centuries. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Many cities replace farmlands and parks with houses. Is it a positive or negative development?

The shortage of housing in big cities can cause severe consequences, and only government action can solve the problem. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In the past, people ate local food in season. Nowadays, people buy a variety of food from all over the world. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

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?

In some countries, too much money is spent by both the government and individuals on national festivals, such as New Year. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In many cities, planners have located shops, schools, offices, and homes in specific areas which were widely separated from each other. Do you think advantages of this policy outweigh disadvantages for city residents?

People in many countries spend more and more time far away from their families. Why does this happen and what effects will it have on them and their families?

Some people think leaving their home country provides more opportunities for working or studying, while others think staying in their own country is a better choice. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

In many cities, planners build shops, schools, offices and homes in specific areas which may be separated from each other. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

It has been suggested that everyone in the world wants to own a car, a TV, and a fridge. Do you think the advantages of such a development outweigh the disadvantages?

Many people continue to use cars and motorcycles even though they know that they are bad for the environment. Why is this? What can be done to reduce the use of these vehicles?

It's more important for school children to learn about their local history than world history. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Today people live longer after retiring from work. What problems does this cause for individuals and society? What can be done to address these problems?

Some people think the main purpose of schools is to turn the children into good citizens and workers rather than to benefit them as individuals. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

With the increasing demand for energy such as oil and gas, people start to look for their sources in remote and untouched places. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?

Good teaching is more important for academic success than individual ability. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

It is difficult for people living in cities to get enough physical exercise. What are the causes and what solutions can be taken to solve the problem?

Some people think that the Olympic Games can bring nations together. Others, however, think that it is a waste of money. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

More and more people move from the countryside to big cities. Does this development bring more advantages or disadvantages to the environment?

Some people think visual images (like photographs and videos) can tell information more accurately in a news story. Others think they are not reliable sources. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

In more and more countries, people choose to give money on special occasions rather than giving gifts chosen personally. Why might this be the case? Is it a positive or a negative development?

The increase in the production of consumer goods results in damage to the natural environment. What are the causes of this? What can be done to solve this problem?

Some people think that the increasing use of computers and mobile phones for communication has a negative effect on young people's reading and writing skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think that dangerous sports should be banned, but others think that people should have the freedom to choose sports activities. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some college freshmen find that the courses they choose are not suitable for them. What are the causes of this? What can be done to solve the problem?

People's shopping habits depend more on the age group they belong to than other factors. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Scientific research should be founded by the government not commercial organizations. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Insome countries, small town center shops are going out of business because people tend to drive to large out-of-town stores. As a result, people without cars have limited access to out-of-town stores, and it may result in an increase in the use of cars. Do you think the disadvantages of this change outweigh its advantages?

Some people think that robots are very important to human's future development, while others think they are dangerous and have negative effects on society. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some people believe that too much money is spent on looking after and repairing old buildings. We should knock them down and build modern buildings. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In some countries, more people choose to live by themselves in recent years. Why is this the case? Is it a positive or negative development for society?

The level of noise around us is constantly increasing, and is affecting the quality of our lives. What causes the noise? What should be done about it?

Everyone should stay in school until they reach the age of 18. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think that men and women have different qualities. Therefore, some certain jobs are suitable for men and some jobs are suitable for women. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

As the major city continue to grow, young people are facing more difficulties in their lives. What are the reasons? How to solve these problems?

Some people think secondary school students and high school students should be allowed to choose academic courses leading to university or practical Courses leading to careers such as carpenters. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think products should be made to last as long as possible, while others think making products cheap is more important. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Some people think watching television every day is bad for children. Others think it is good for children to get knowledge. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Some people think that economic progress is the only way to measure a country's success, while others think that there are other factors which can be used to measure a country's success. What are these factors? And among them, which one is more important than others?

Some people think that museums and art galleries should concentrate on local works rather than showing the cultures or artworks from other parts of the world. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think there could be more benefits to society if more people study business than history. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Throughout the history, people dream to live in a perfect society while they haven't agreed how the ideal society would be like. What do you think is the most important element of a perfect society in the modern world? How can people do to achieve an ideal society?

The spread of multinational companies and the resulting increase of globalization produce positive effects for everyone. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Students leave high school without learning a way how to manage their money. What are the reasons and solutions to this issue?

A recent survey shows that in many countries across the world, people are generally living longer. But an increased life expectancy has many implications for the aging individuals and for the society as a whole. What are the possible effects of a longer life expectancy on individuals and the society?

When people learn from a foreign language, the four skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) are equally important. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

More and more plastic waste is polluting world's cities, countrysides, oceans. What problems does it cause? What are the solutions?

It has become easier and more affordable for people to visit other countries. Is it a positive or negative development?

Parents should encourage children to spend less time in studying and more time doing physical activities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people believe that educational qualifications always bring success, while others disagree. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Freshwater has always been a limited resource in some parts of the world. Today, however, growing worldwide demand has made this a global problem. What are the causes of the increasing demand? What measures could governments and individuals take to solve this problem?

There are more animals in danger of extinction. Some people say that only the animals that are useful to humans should be protected. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In some countries around the world, men and women have children late in life. What are the reasons for this development? What are the effects on society and family life?

Music has always been and continues to be the universal language of mankind. To what extend do you agree or disagree?

Some people believe if a police force carries guns, it will encourage the level of violence in the society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Health experts claim that walking is the best exercise. However, people are walking less on a daily basis. What has made this happen and how to deal with it?

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?

Many people believe that bicycle is a healthy and environmentally friendly mode of transport. However, it is no longer the main form of transport. What are the reasons? What could be done to encourage the use of bicycles among the wider population?

Young people do not spend their holiday and weekend doing outdoor activities like hiking and climbing in the natural environment. Why? And how to encourage them to go out?

In many countries, traditional food is being replaced by international fast food. This will have negative effects on family and society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people believe that in order to improve educational equality, we should encourage students to make comments or even criticism of their teachers, but others think it will lead to the loss of respect and discipline in the classroom. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some people think that the best way to improve road transport safe is to let the driver test each year. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

People should look after their health as a duty to the society where they live, rather than their own benefits. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Many people think the best way to learn a culture is to learn the language of it. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Many museums and historical sites are mainly visited by tourists, not local people. Why is this case? What can be done to attract local people to museums and historical sites?

Some people say advertising has positive economic effects. Others think it has negative social effects because it will make people dissatisfied with who they are and what they have. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

The family has a great influence on children's development, but the influence outside the home plays a bigger part in children's life. Do you agree or disagree?

Some people think university education should focus on employment skills for the future. Others think it should focus on academic study only. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

More and more people are becoming seriously overweight. Some people say that raising the price of fattening food will solve this problem. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In education and employment, some people work harder than others. Why do some people work harder than others? Is it always a good thing to work hard?

Some people think traveling abroad is necessary while others think that is not necessary because TV and the Internet can give the same information. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Maintaining public libraries is a waste of time since computer technology is now replacing their function. To what extend do you agree or disagree?

Education of young people is highly prioritized in many countries. However, educating adults who cannot write or read is even more important and governments should spend more money on this. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people say that advertising encourages us to buy things that we really do not need. Others say that advertisements tell us about new products that may improve our lives. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think individuals are more and more dependent on each other. Others believe we are more and more independent. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Today some food travels thousands of miles from the farm to the consumers. What is the reason? Is it a positive or negative trend?

Some people think that adults should give children freedom to make mistakes. Other people believe that adults should prevent children from making mistakes. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Nowadays, people spend more and more time away from their families. Why? What effect will it have on themselves and their families?

Many developing countries are currently expanding their tourist industries. Why is this the case? Is it a positive development?

Scientific research should be carried out and controlled by the government rather than private companies. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some school leavers travel or work for a period of time instead of going directly to university. What are the advantages and disadvantages?

In the future, all cars, buses, and trucks will be driverless. The only people traveling inside these vehicles will be passengers. Do you think the advantages of driverless vehicles outweigh the disadvantages?

The natural resources such as oil, forests and freshwater are being consumed at an alarming rate. What problems does this cause? How can we solve these problems?

In some countries, many university students live with their families, while others live away from home because their universities are in different places. Do the advantages of living away from home outweigh the disadvantages?

Some experts suppose that when a country is already rich, any additional increase in economic wealth does not make its citizens happier. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Many people think there is a general increase in anti-social behaviour and a lack of respect for others. What do you think are the causes of this and how to improve it? What solutions can you suggest?

People who decide on a career path early in their lives and keep to it are more likely to have a satisfying working life than those who change jobs frequently. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think that it is more beneficial to take part in sports which are played in team, like football. While other people think that taking part in individual sports is better, like swimming. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

People who damage public property, such as buildings or statues should have to do community service(such as cleaning parks) as a punishment rather than other forms of punishment (such as paying a fine or going to prison). To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think financial aid from international organizations is important for developing countries. Others believe that practical aid and advice is more important. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

The only reason for people working hard is to earn money. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people believe that employers should not be concerned about the way their employees dress, but they should be concerned about the quality at work. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays, some parents put a lot of pressure on their children to succeed. What are the reasons? Is this a positive or negative development for children?

Many people use social media every day to get in touch with other people and know about news events. Do you think the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?

Some professionals, such as teachers and doctors make a greater contribution to society so should be paid more than sport athletes and entertainment stars. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

The best way to solve traffic and transportation problem is to encourage people to live in cities rather than suburbs and countryside. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people say it is the government responsibility to transport children to school. While other believe parents should transport their children to school. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Shops should not be allowed to sell any food or drink that have been scientifically proved to be bad for people's health. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

The key to solving environmental problems is simple: the present generation is to accept a less comfortable life for the sake of the future generation. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think that the environmental problems are too big for individuals to solve. Others, however, believe that these problems cannot be solved if individuals do not take some actions. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Many people like eating unhealthy food even though they know it is bad for themselves. Why? What effective way can improve people's healthy eating habits?

Some people believe that university students should pay all the cost of studies because university education only benefits students themselves not the society as a whole. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Since people can study through the internet, schools have become unnecessary. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In some countries, some criminal trails in law courts are shown on television so that the general public can watch them. Advantage outweigh disadvantage?

Some people think that climate change could have a negative effect on business. Other people think that climate change could create business more opportunities. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

With growing population in cities, more and more people live in a home with small or no outdoor areas. Positive or negative development?

Nowadays, children have too much freedom. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some experts think that for the countries which are already rich, additional economic growth of wealth will make citizens can not be happier. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think sports games are important for society, while others believe they should be taken as leisure activities. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Some people think it is one of the best ways to solve the environmental problems by increasing the cost of fuels for cars and other vehicles. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people argue that the government should not pay money for international aid when there are some disadvantaged people at home(homeless, unemployed). To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Full-time university students need to spend a lot of time studying, it is essential for them to be involved in other activities too. To what extent do you agree.

Some students take a year off from the studying between finishing high school and the university in order to travel or to work. Do you think the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?

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 opinions.

Many scientists believe that now we can study the behavior of a three-year-old child to see whether they will grow up to be criminals. To what extent do you think crime is determined by human nature? Is it possible to stop children from becoming criminals?

Nowadays, demand for food increased worldwide. Why are the causes of this increasing request? What can international community do to meet the demand?

The key solution for the environment is simple: for the present generation to live a less comfortable life to sake future generations. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think that it is more beneficial to take part in sports which are played in teams, like football. While other people think that taking part in individual sports is better, like swimming. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Today there is a great increase in antisocial behavior and lack of respect to others. What are the causes of this? What measures can be taken to reduce this problem?

People still value artists in the age of advanced science and technology. Write about the things that the art can tell us but the science cannot.

The unlimited use of cars may cause many problems. What are those problems? To reduce the problems, should we discourage people from using car?

What is the importance for individuals and countries to think about the future rather than focusing on the present?

Anybody can use a mobile phone to answer the work and personal calls at any time or 7 days a week. Does this development have more positive or negative effects on both individuals and society?

More people are interested in cosmetic surgery in order to improve their appearance. Why? Is it a positive or negative development?

Nowadays more tasks at home and work are being performed by robots. Is this a negative or positive development?

Some scientists believe that intelligence life forms may exist on other planets and some want to send messages to contact them. Others think it is a bad idea because these life forms may be too dangerous. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Some people think it is good for a country's culture to import foreign movies and TV programs. Others think that it is better to produce these locally. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Detailed descriptions of crimes on newspapers and televisions can have bad consequences, so some people think that this kind of information should be restricted. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Whether or not someone achieves their aims is mostly a question of luck. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

People continue to commit crimes even after being punished for it. Why do you think this happens? How can crime be stopped?

Competitiveness is regarded as a positive quality for people in most societies. How does competitiveness affect individuals? Is it a positive or negative trend?

Some people believe that it is the responsibility of the politicians rather than the individuals to reduce the environment damage. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think young people should have full-time education until they are at least 18 years old. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Extreme sports such as skydiving and skiing are very dangerous and should be banned. To what extend do you agree or disagree with this view?

Some people think that young people should follow traditions of their society, while others believe that young people should be free to behave as individuals. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.

More government investment should be on the teaching of science than any other subjects in order to keep a country's development and progress. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays celebrities are more famous for their glamour and wealth than for their achievements, and this sets a bad example to young people. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Young people increasing admire media and sports stars even though they do not set a good example. Do you think this is a positive or negative trend?

Some people think governments should spend money on measures to save languages with few speakers from dying out completely. Others think this is a waste of financial resources. Discuss both view and give your opinion.

In many countries, people wear more western-style clothes(suits and jeans) than their traditional clothes. Why? Is it a positive or negative development?

Directors of organizations receive higher salaries than the ordinary worker. Some people think it is necessary while others think it is unfair. Discuss both views and give your own opinions.

Some people argue that the fittest and strongest individuals and teams always achieve the greatest success in sports. But other people think the success is more related to the mental attitude. Discuss both views and give your own opinions.

When new towns are planned, it is important to build more public parks or sports facilities than shopping centers, so people can places to spend their free time. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In some countries, people waste a lot of food which is bought in shops and restaurants. What do you think are the reasons? What can be done to solve this problem?

More and more people read news on the Internet, but newspapers will remain to be used by the majority of people. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people believe that women should play an equal role as men in a country's police force or military force, while others think women are not suitable for these jobs. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

More and more people want to buy clothes, cars and other items with famous brands. What are the reasons? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?

Some people think that schools have not yet done enough to teach young people how to look after their health. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

New technologies have changed the way children spend their free time. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

Nowadays, children spend too much time watching TV and playing computer games. Some people believe this has negative effects on children's mental abilities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think that a huge amount of time and money is spent on the protection of wild animals, and that this money could be better spent on the human population. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

Employers should give their staff at least 4-week holiday a year to make employees better at their job. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

As part of education, students should spend a period of time living in another country to study its language and culture. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Newspapers have an enormous influence on people's view. Why is that? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?

Once children start school, teachers have more influence on intellectual and social development than parents. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think that the best way to reduce time spend traveling to work is replace parks and gardens close to the city center with apartment buildings for commuters, but others disagree. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

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.

Young people living in rural areas have to study or work in big cities away from their homes. What are the reasons? Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

Some people believe that certain old buildings are more worth preserving than others. Which types of old buildings should be preserved? Do you think the advantages of preserving old buildings outweigh the disadvantages?

With the increase use of technology in workplace. Some people find that it is good for young people's protects of gaining job and more harder for old people. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Most of world's problems are caused by over-population. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

People nowadays are surrounded by all kinds of advertising. Advertising affects what people think is important and sometimes has a negative influence on people's lives. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In many countries, a high proportion of criminal acts are committed by teenagers. Why has this happened? What can be done to deal with this?

Human activities have negative effects on plant and animal species. Some people think it is too late to do anything about this problem. Others believe that effective measures can be taken to improve this situation. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Individuals can do nothing to improve the environment. Only governments and large companies can make a difference. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

As countries develop, more and more people buy and use their own cars. Do advantages of this trend for individuals outweigh the disadvantages for the environment?

Some people claim that many things children learn at school have actually wasted their time. Other people argue that everything taught at school is useful in the future. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

More and more business meetings and business training have taken place on the Internet. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?

The restoration of old buildings in major cities in the world costs enormous government expenditure. This money should be used in new housing and road development. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Many people aim to achieve a balance between work and other parts of lives, but few people achieve it. What are the problems in trying to achieve it and how to overcome these problems?

Some parents give their children everything that their children ask for and accept what their children want to do. Is this good for children? What could be consequences for these children when they grow up?

Some people think learning history in school is important. Some others think learning subjects more relevant to life is important. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Some people think the responsibility of drug companies is to spend money on researching medicines for people from poorer countries, while others think the main responsibility of drug companies is to make money. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

More and more parents are allowing their children to play on computers and tablets as they think that children should learn technology skills. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?

Research into new types of medicines and treatments is essential for improving health and dealing with diseases. Who do you think should fund these kinds of research: private companies, individuals or governments?

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?

Some people say that economic growth is the only way to end world poverty and hunger. Others say that economic growth is causing damage to the environment,and should be stopped now. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

In some countries, secondary schools aim to provide a general education across a range of subjects. In others, children focus on a narrow range of subjects related to a particular career. Which of these two systems is more appropriate in today's world?

It is a natural process that animal species such as dinosaurs become extinct. There is no reason for people to prevent this from happening. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Differences in ages between parents and children are greater than in the past. Do you think the advantages of the development outweigh the disadvantages?

The best way to reduce youth crime is to educate parents about good parenting skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think that printed books are no longer needed in a digital era because all writing can be stored electronically. Others think that printed books will still play an important role. Discuss both and give your own opinion.

The international community must act immediately to ensure that all the countries reduce the consumption of fossil fuels, such as gas and oil. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think that companies and individuals, rather than the government, should pay for cleaning up pollution. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

The world of work is changing rapidly. Working conditions today are not the same as before and people no longer rely on taking one job for life. Discuss the possible causes for this change and give your suggestions on how people should prepare for work in the future?

In some cultures it is argued that the old age should be valued, while in some cultures youth is more valued. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

A family has a great influence on children's development, but the outside of home plays a bigger part in children's life. Do you agree or disagree?

In modern society, it is no longer necessa ry to slaughter animals for producing foodstuffs, or non-food products such as clothes or medicine. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays there is a growing amount of advertising aimed at children. Some people think this has negative effects on children and should be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Many young people change their jobs or careers every few years. What are the reasons for this? Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?

Some think that children should start school as early as possible, while others believe that they should start schools at the age of seven. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Today many people spend less and less time in their homes. What are the reasons and what are the effects of this trend on individuals and society?

In many countries, more and more people buy a wider range of household goods like television, microwave oven and rice cooker. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?

Some people believe that employers should not be concerned about the way their employees dress, but the quality of their work. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Lectures were used in the past with many students.

With modern technology available for education, there is no justification for this way of teaching. Do you agree or disagree?

People are now surrounded by advertising. This both affects what people think is important and has a negative impact on people's lives. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some countries have an ever-increasing proportion of population who are aged 15 and younger. What is your opinion of the current and future effects it may have in those countries?

The restoration of old buildings in major cities in the world costs numerous governments' expenditures. Some people think this money should be used in new housing and road development. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

Some people believe that people who read books can develop more imagination and language skills than those who prefer to watch TV. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

As countries develop, more and more people buy and use their own cars. Do you think the advantages for individuals outweigh the disadvantages for the environment?

In most countries, prison is the most common solution to the problem of crime. However, the more effective solution is to provide people with better education so that they do not become criminals. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Increasing the price of petrol is the best way to solve the growing traffic and pollution problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some countries spend a lot of money preparing competitors to take part in major competitions such as Olympic Games or football World Cup. Some people say that it would be better to spend this money encouraging children to take up for sports from a young age. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people believe that newspaper is the best way to learn about news, while others believe that a more effective way is through media. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some people said that the most important thing about being rich is that it gives the opportunity to help other people. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Governments should make people responsible for looking after their own local environment. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

People today can shop, work and communicate with others via the Internet instead of face-to-face communications. Is it a positive or negative development?

In some countries, an increasing number of parents choose to educate their children at home by themselves instead of sending them to school. Do the advantages of home education outweigh the disadvantages?

Traffic and housing problems in major cities can be solved by moving large companies, factories and their employees to the countryside. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

People believe arts like painting and music does not directly improve the quality of life, and therefore they think the government's money should be spent on other things. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In many countries, people can eat a wide variety of food grown in other areas today. As a result, they eat more food from other regions than local food. Do you think the advantages of the development outweigh its disadvantages?

Children are experiencing increasing educational, social and commercial pressures. What are the causes? What measures do you think can be taken to reduce them?

Many people prefer to communicate with their online friends than to socialize with people in their local communities. Do you think it has more advantages than disadvantages?

The young people in the workforce are changing their jobs or careers every few years. What do you think are the reasons? Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

More and more people want to buy famous brands of clothes, car and other items. What are the reasons? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?

An increasing number of people are changing their careers during their working time. What causes this trend and is it a positive or negative development?

People have different views on how to reduce traffic congestion. Some people think that governments should build more train and subway lines while others believe that building more roads and widening existing roads will reduce traffic congestion. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

An increasing number of people do not know their neighbors, and there is no longer a sense of community. What do you think are the causes and what solutions can you suggest?

Some businesses find that when new employees join them after finishing their education, they lack basic interpersonal skills such as the ability to work with their colleagues as part of a team. What do you think are the causes of this problem and what measures could be taken to solve it?

Some people who have been in prison become good citizens later. Some people think that they are the best people to talk to school students the danger of committing a crime. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people say modern children's games do not develop a wide range of skills, while traditional games can be much better for developing such skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays a large amount of advertising is aimed at children. Some people think this can have negative effects on children and should be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think that schools should stop teaching students by using books, because students find them boring and that children can learn from films, TV, video games and computer instead. To what extent do you agree?

Some people say that children should go to school as young as possible, while others believe that children should not start primary school until they are 7 years old. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Nowadays, people always throw old things away when they buy new things; whereas in the past, old things were repaired and used again. What causes this phenomenon? What effects will the phenomenon lead to?

Some people think that too much money and time have been allocated in scientific research. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

In many countries nowadays, more and more women have full-time jobs as men. There is a logic that men and women should share the housework tasks equally. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Group or team activities can teach more important skills for life than those activities which are done alone. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some groups, such as poor people and people from rural areas, think universities should make it especially easy for them to get access to university education. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement?

In many countries, women are allowed to take maternity leave from their jobs during the first month after the birth of their babies. Do advantages outweigh disadvantages?

Reports show that it is increasingly expensive to keep museums open to the public. Which is the best way to fund them, government, business, or individuals?

Some people think that young people should spend more of their free time at home with their families, and spend less time entertaining outside. Others disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Public transport should be funded by the government so that it can be free for the people who use it. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement.

It is shown that many criminals have a low level of education. some people believe that the best way to reduce crime is to educate them in prison so that they can find a job after they leave prison. To what extent do you agree?

Many employers think that the social skills are as important as good qualifications for employing people. Do you agree or disagree?

The qualities a person needs to become truly successful cannot be learned at a university or similar academic institution. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people believe that the government spends too much money on developing space technology. There are many other way that the government should address instead. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think that schools should select their pupils according to their academic ability. Others believe that young people with different abilities should be educated together. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Many young people today know more about international pop or movie stars than about famous people in the history of their own country. Why is this? What can be done to increase young people's interest in the famous people in the history of their country?

In some cities, there are few controls over the design and construction of new homes and office buildings, so people can build in whatever style they like. Do you think advantages outweigh disadvantages?

Art subjects like painting and drawing are important to students' development and should be made compulsory in high school. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Many cities have vehicle-free day, which encourages citizens to take bus, cycle or take taxi to go out. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

Some people think job satisfaction is more important than job security. Others believe a permanent job is more important. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

The best way for government to solve traffic congestion is to provide free public transport 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. Do you agree or disagree?

Ambition is an important character for people who want to be successful in life. How important do you think it is for people who want to succeed? Is it a positive or negative character?

Some people think "vertical" city is the best, where people live and work in tall buildings. Others think "horizontal" city is better, where there are few tall buildings. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Technology makes our life too rich, and we should live a simple life without using the technology. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think government should spend money looking for life on other planets, while others think it is a waste of public money as there are many problems on earth. Discuss both these views and give your view.

Many young people leave school with a negative attitude. What are the reasons? How can they be encouraged to study?

Children can learn effectively by watching television. They should be encouraged to watch TV regularly both in school and at home. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Teachers used to convey information, but now students have access to a wide resources of information, there is no role for teachers to play in modern education. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In the past, people stored knowledge in books. Nowadays, it is stored on the Internet. Do the benefits of this development outweigh the drawbacks?

In some countries around the world men and women are having babies late in life. What are the reasons? Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

In the past, most people lived in the same place for all their life. But now it is more common for people to change the place where they live several times during their life. What are the reasons? Is it positive or negative development?

Some people think advertisement has positive economic effects, while others think it has negative social impacts because individuals are not satisfied with who they are and what they have. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Children find it difficult to concentrate on or pay attention to their study in school. What are the reasons? How can we solve this problem?

Many young people leave school with a negative attitude. What are the reasons? How can they be encouraged to study?

Children can learn effectively by watching television. They should be encouraged to watch TV regularly both in school and at home. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Teachers used to convey information, but now students have access to a wide resources of information. There is no role for teachers to play in modern education. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In the past, people stored knowledge in books. Nowadays, it is stored on the Internet. Do the benefits of this development outweigh the drawbacks?

In some countries around the world men and women are having babies late in life. What are the reasons? Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

In the past, most people lived in the same place for all their life. But now it is more common for people to change the place where they live several times during their life. What are the reasons? Is it positive or negative development?

Some people think advertisement has positive economic effects, while others think it has negative social impacts because individuals are not satisfied with who they are and what they have. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Children find it difficult to concentrate on or pay attention to their study in school. What are the reasons? How can we solve this problem?

Young people who commit serious crimes, such as robbery or violent attacks should be punished as adult. To what extent you agree?

In some countries, people can get variety food transported from other countries. To what extent the benefits outweigh the drawbacks?

Government should control the amount of violence in film and on television in order to decrease the level of violent crimes in society. Do you agree or disagree?

Detailed descriptions of crimes are often given in the newspaper or on TV. Some people think it has bad consequences on society and should be restricted. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Living in big cities is bad for people's health. To what extent do you agree or disagree.

Some people believe theoretical subjects (mathematics, philosophy, and economy) should not be taught in universities because they should focus on practical subjects (marketing, computing, programming, accounting). To what extent do you agree of disagree?

Some people believe a country can benefit a lot from university education. Others believe sending a large number of young people to university leads to unemployment. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Government funding for universities should only be provided for top students as scholarships. All other funding should be collected from tuition fees and private organizations. Do you agree or disagree?

In many parts of the world, children have more freedom than they used to. Do you think it is a positive or negative development?

Some people think it is important for parents to spend time reading or telling stories to children, while others think children can read through a variety of sources, such as books, TV and the Internet by themselves. Discuss these views and give your own opinion.

In recent years, responsible tourists have paid attention to the preservation of both culture and environment of the places they visit. However, some people say it is impossible to be a responsible tourist. Do you agree or disagree?

In many cities, planners have located schools, homes, shops and offices in specific areas, which are widely separated from each other. Do the advantages of this policy outweigh the disadvantages to the city residents.

Students in university education should develop specialist in one subject area rather than develop a wider range of different subjects. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

Some people think people have benefited from modern communication technology, while others think some people have not benefited at all. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In recent years, the pressure of students in both schools and universities has increased. They are pushed to work hard at a young age. Do you think it is a positive or negative development?

Full time university students should take a lot of time to study, but it is also essential to be involved in other activities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think government money spent on supporting artists would be better than supporting other important things.

An increasing number of people change their career and place of residence several times during their lives. Is it a positive or negative development?

Some people think that governments should do more to make their citizens eat a healthy diet. Others, however, believe that individuals must take responsibility for their own diet and health. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

In some countries the widespread use of Internet has given people more freedom to work or study at home instead of traveling to work or college. Do the advantages outweigh disadvantages?

It is not necessary to travel to other places to learn about culture and people, because people can learn from books, films or the Internet. Do you agree or disagree?

Some people believe the purpose of education is to prepare people to be useful members for society. Others say that the purpose of education is to achieve personal ambitions. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Some people think young people are not suitable for important positions in the government, while other people think it is a good idea for young people to take on these positions. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Nowadays people can live and work wherever they want because of the development of communication technology and transport. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

Some people believe that it is a good idea to continue to work at their old age. Do you agree or disagree.

Some people say that government should spend money on measures to save languages that are used by few speakers, while others believe that it is a waste of financial resources. Discuss both these views and your own opinion.

Online shopping is replacing shopping in stores. Is it a positive or negative development?

As major cities around the world are growing fast and many problems occur. What are problems that young people living in cities have to face? What solutions do you suggest?

People think that old buildings should be knocked down and give way to the new buildings. DO you agree or disagree? How important are old buildings to us?

A rise in the standard of living in a country often only seems to benefit cities rather than rural areas. What problems might this difference causes? How might these problems be reduced?

In some countries, more and more fathers are staying at home to look after children, while mothers work full-time. What are the reasons and is it positive or negative?

Social networking sites have a huge negative impact on both individual and society, to what extent do you agree or disagree

Difference between countries are becoming less evident recently. People can see the same films, brands, fashion, advertisements and TV channels. To what extent do disadvantage outweigh advantages?

Some people think government 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?

A recent newspaper article reports that a 14-year-old boy who seriously destroyed his school got a punishment to clean streets instead of sent to the prison, do you think this is right, or the young criminals should be sent to the jail?

News media has become more influential in people's lives. Others believe it is a negative development. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In some countries, the government has tried to reduce traffic. For instance, they imposed a congestion tax during rush hour. Do you think this development is positive or negative?

In some countries, there has been an increase number of parents who educated their children themselves at home instead of sending them to school. Do you think the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?

Human activities have negative effects on plant and animal species. Some people think it is too late to do anything about this problem. Others believe that effective measures can be taken to improve this situation. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Nowadays a large amount of advertising aiming at children should be banned because of the negative effects. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In many countries women are allowed to take maternity leave from their jobs during the first month after the birth of their baby. Does advantage outweigh disadvantages?

We can get knowledge from news. But some people even think we should not trust the journalists. What do you think? And what do you think are the important qualities that a journalist should have?

In modern life, it is no longer necessary to use animals as food and in other products like clothing and medicines. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think health care should be free for everyone, while others think they should pay medical costs for themselves. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.

Today many children spend a lot of time playing computer games and little time on sports. Why is it? Is it a positive or negative development?

Multicultural societies, where people of different groups live together, can bring more benefits than drawbacks to a country. To what extent do you agree and disagree?

When new towns are planned, it is important to build more public parks or sports facilities than shopping centers for people to spend their free time. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

The increase in the production of consumer goods results in damage to the natural environment. What are the causes of this? What can be done to solve this problem?

People's shopping habits depend more on the age group they belong to than any other factor. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think teaching children with different abilities benefits everyone, while others think intelligent children should be taught separately and given special treatment. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Now, in many countries women are able to join the armed forces on the equal basis of men. However, some people think only men should be members of the army, navy and Air Force. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people argue that countries should have a moral obligation to help each other; on the other hand, some people argue that a large amount of aid money does not reach the poor of the world. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

New parents should attend parenting courses to learn how to bring up their children well. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Many schoolchildren and students are taught to push themselves and try hard to be better than their classmates, rather than work together for everyone's benefits. Do the disadvantages of training students to be competitive outweigh the advantages?

Some people believe that the country would benefit a lot from more young people entering into university; however, others think that the large number of people receiving college education only leads to graduate unemployment. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

It is the responsibility of schools to teach good behavior in addition to providing formal education. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

It is known to all that the technological and scientific advances have made greater changes to the range and quality of our food. Some people regard it as an improvement while others believe that the change is harmful. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

In some countries, advertisers increase the amount of advertising which try to persuade children to buy snacks, toys, and other goods. Parents object to such pressure on children. But some advertisers claim that there is useful information in these advertisements. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

People still value artists in the age of advanced science and technology. What are the reasons? Are arts as important as science and technology?

Some people think instead of preventing climate change, we should find ways to live with it. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think that the government should decide the subject for students to study in university. Others believe that students should be allowed to apply for the subject they prefer. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some people think traveling abroad is necessary while others think that is not necessary because TV and the internet can give the same information. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. 2016813 In many countries, people can eat a wide variety of food today. As a result, they eat food from other regions than local food. Do you think the advantages of the development outweigh disadvantages?

Some people believe that charity organizations should give aid to those in greatest need, wherever they live. Some people believe that the charity organizations would better concentrate on helping people who live in own country instead. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Some people think that it is more important to plant more trees in open areas in towns and cities than provides more housing. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people argue that they would have more choices if the number of TV channels increases, but some would think that it would lead to poor TV programs. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Many customs and traditional ways of behavior are no longer relevant to the modern life and not worth keeping. Agree or disagree?

More and more people buy and use their own car.do you think the advantages of this trend for individuals overweigh the disadvantages for environment?

These days, people in many cities know little about their neighbors and do not have a sense of community. What do you think are the causes and what solutions can you suggest?

Some people think that the library is a waste of money and the computer technology is replacing its function. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people believe there are intelligent life forms existing on other planets and it is better to send messages to them, but others think it is a bad idea because it is very dangerous to do this. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

In some countries, the criminal trials are shown on the TV and the general public can watch them. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

It is a good thing for people in senior management positions to get a higher salary than other workers in the same company. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

It is a good thing for people in senior management positions to get a higher salary than other workers in the same company. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think individuals are more and more dependent on each other. Some people think individuals are more and more independent. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

In some countries, more people choose to live by themselves in recent years, why is it case? Is it a positive or negative development for society?

People believe that using mobile phones and computers to communicate. Therefore, people are losing the ability to communicate with each other face to face. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some countries achieve international sporting success by building specialized facilities to train top athletes instead of providing sports facilities that everyone can use. Do you think it is a positive or negative development?

Some people think they have the right to use as much fresh water as they want, while others believe governments should tightly control the use of fresh water as it is a limited resource. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some people think international cooperation has brought benefits to world environment protection, while some people think more benefits have been brought to international business. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Some people think getting old is entirely bad, but other people do think it's much better for old people to live now than in the past. Please show your idea with explanation, examples and your knowledge.