Opinion

1. Some people think that success is the best measure for intelligence, while other people think
that intelligence can be measured in other ways. What is your opinion?
2. The Internet has dramatically altered our lives over the past few decades. Although
some of these changes have been negative, the overall effect of this technology has
been positive. What are your opinions on this?
3. In many countries there has been an increase in social problems involving teenagers in
recent years. Many people believe that this is due to modern lifestyles because parents
spend more and more time at work and have less time to supervise their children. To what
extent do you believe this is true?

Discussion

1. Some people think that personal happiness is directly related to economic success. Others
argue that happiness depends on different factors. Discuss both views and give your
opinion.
2. Some people believe the aim of university education is to help graduates get better jobs.
Others believe there are much wider benefits of university education for both individuals and
society. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Advantage/ Disadvantage

1. It is increasingly popular to have a year off between finishing school and going to university.
What are the advantages and disavantages of this?
2. In order to solve traffic problems, governments should tax private car owners heavily and use
the money to improve public transportation. What are the advantages and disadvantages of
such a solution?

Causes and Effects/ Solutions

1.  Problems/Effects and Solutions: In the developed world, average life expectancy is

increasing. What problems will this cause for individuals and society? Suggest
some measures that could be taken to reduce the impact of aging populations.
2. Causes and Effects: In many parts of the world today there is a profitable market for
products which lighten or whiten people’s skin. Outline the reasons for using such products
and discuss what effects they have in terms of health and society.
3. Causes and Solutions: Crime rate in teenagers has increased dramatically in many
countries in recent years. Give some possible reasons for this increase and
suggest solutions to overcome youth crimes.

Direct Questions/Double Questions

1. Most people agree that money cannot be happiness. Why is happiness so difficult to define?
How can people achieve happiness?
2. There are many different types of music in the world today. Why do we need music? Is the
traditional music of a country more important than the international music that is heard
everywhere nowadays?