1.

International community must ensure that all countries reduce the consumption of
fossil fuels such as gas and oil. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

2. Some people think young people should follow the traditions of their society.
Others think that they should be free to behave as individuals. Discuss both views
and give your opinion.

3. Some people say that history can teach us many important values and lessons, but
others think it is unnecessary to learn from the past. Discuss both views and give
your own opinion.

4. Nowadays, some workplaces tend to employ equal numbers of men and women.
Do you think it is a positive or negative development?

5. It is important for all cities and towns to have large outdoor public spaces, such
as parks or squares. Do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

6. Some reports have discovered the incidence of violence /crimes committed by

young women is increasing. Give possible reasons and recommendations to the
situation.

7. Sending criminals to the prison is not the best method of dealing with them.
Education and job training are better ways to help them. Do you agree or
disagree?

8. School teaching should focus on success on the workforce and less attention
should be given to academic achievement , to what extent do you agree or
disagree?

9. Many people say that universities should only offer to young students with
highest marks, others say they should accept people with all ages, even if they did
not do well.
10. Discuss both views and give your opinions.

11. Some people think an international car-free day is an effective way of reducing
air pollution, others think there are some other ways. Discuss both views and give
your own opinion.

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

13. These days people in some countries are living in a “throwaway” society which
means people use things in a short time then throw them away. What are its
causes and what impacts can it have?
14. Some people believe that schools should only teach children subjects which are
beneficial to their future career and therefore other subjects such as music and
sports are not important. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

15. Many developing countries are currently expanding their tourism industries. Why
is this the case? Is it a positive development?
16. Some people think news has no connection to people’s lives, so it is a waste of
time to read news in the newspaper and watch news programs on television. To
what extent do you agree or disagree?

17. In many countries, students take a year gap after finishing school and work or
travel during this period. Should students take a gap year before attending
universities? What are the advantages and disadvantages of it?

18. Some people think that sports play an important role in the development of
society. Others think they are nothing more than a leisure activity. Discuss both
views and give your opinion.

19. 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, like tennis or swimming, is better.Discuss both views and give
your own opinion.

20. More and more people in the city live in homes with small spaces or no outdoor
areas. Do you think it is a negative or positive development?

21. It is more important for schoolchildren to learn about local history than world
history. To what extent to you agree or disagree?

22. People in community now could buy cheaper consumer goods.

Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
23. When designing a building, the most important factor is the intended use of the
building rather than its outward appearance. To what extent do you agree or
disagree?

24. Although more and more people read the news on internet, newspapers will
remain the most important source of news for the majority of people. Do you
agree or disagree?

25. Nowadays, more and more older people who need employment compete with the
younger people for the same jobs.What problems this causes? What are
solutions?
26. In developing countries, children in rural communities have less access to
education. Some people believe that the problem can be solved by providing
more schools and teachers, while others think that the problem can be solved by
providing computers and Internet access. Discuss both views and give your own
opinion. 
27. Some countries achieve international sports by building specialized facilities to
train top athletes, instead of providing sports facilities that everyone can use. Do
you think this is positive or negative development?

28. In some countries, many people are choosing to live alone nowadays than in the
past. Do you think it is a positive or negative development?

29. Many museums and historical sites are mainly visited by tourists but not local
people. Why is it the case? What can be done to attract more local people to visit
these places?
30. Some people think the main benefit of international cooperation is in the
protection of the environment, while others think that the main benefits are in the
world business. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
31. Some countries have an ever-increasing proportion of the population who are
aged 15 or younger. What do you think are the current and future effects of this
trend for those countries?
32. 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?
33. Some people think that charity organizations should only offer help to people of
their own country. But others believe that these organizations should give aid to
people in great need wherever they live.

34. The prevention of health problems and health illness is more important than
treatment and medicine. Government funding should reflect this. To what extent
do you agree?

35. As well as making money, businesses also have a responsibility towards society.
36. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

37. Today, majority of children are raised by their grandparents due to the fact that
their parents are busy working. To what extent do you think it affects the whole
family?

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

39. Environmental protection is the responsibility of politicians, not individuals as

individuals can do too little. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
40. Multicultural societies, where people of different ethnic groups live together can
bring more benefits than drawbacks to a society. To what extent do you agree or
disagree?

41. 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

42. Some people think that people who choose a job early and keep doing it are more
likely to get a satisfying career life than those who frequently change jobs. To
what extent do you agree or disagree?

43. The world natural resources are consumed at an ever-increased rate. What are the
dangers of this situation? What should we do

44. Some people believe that crime is a result of social problems and poverty, others
think that crime is a result of a bad person’s nature. Discuss both views and give
your opinion.

45. Overpopulation of urban areas has led to numerous problems. Identify one or two
serious ones and suggest ways that governments and individuals can tackle these
problems.

46. With the increase in the use of mobile phones and computers, fewer people are
writing letters. Some people think that the traditional skill of writing letters will
disappear completely. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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

48. The society would benefit from a ban on all forms of advertising because it serves
no useful purpose, and can even be damaging.To what extent do you agree or
disagree?

49. 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 kinds of jobs. Discuss both views and give your
opinion

50. Some universities offer online courses as an alternative to classes delivered on

campus. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?

51. Some people think students should study the science of food and how to prepare
it. Others think students should spend time on important subjects. Discuss both
views and give your opinion.