Topic 1: Children today are too dependent on computers and electronic

entertainment. Some people believe it is necessary for them in order to be

able to live in this modern world. However, some parents believe it would be
better for them to be outside playing sports and taking part in more
traditional pastimes than spending all day indoors. Discuss both views and
give your own opinion.

Topic 2: It has been proved that smoking kills. In some countries it has been
made illegal for people to smoke in all public places except in certain areas.
All countries should make these rules. Do you agree or disagree with this
statement?

Topic 3: It is better for boys and girls to study separately rather than study in
mixed sex classes. They are less distracted and this leads to better results.
Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Topic 4: It is very clear now that English should be the primary foreign
language taught in all schools around the world. Learning a different foreign
language before English is, in today’s world, a waste of time. Do you agree or
disagree with this statement?

Topic 5: World travel was revolutionized in the 20th Century to the extent
that the world has now become a global village. What factors will influence
travel this century? Will travel continue to grow or will it become less
popular?

Topic 6: A lot of people believe that the amount of violence shown on TV and
in the cinema affects the actions of our young people and therefore increases
the amount of violence in our society today.
Do you agree or disagree with this statement? What can be done to reduce
violence in our society today?

Topic 7: Every day traffic seems to get worse on our roads. How can we
reduce the number of cars on our roads today? What alternatives can we
offer car drivers?

Topic 8: The wealth gap between 1st world countries and 3rd world countries
seems to be increasing. How can we reduce this gap? Do you think that
developed countries have a duty to assist developing countries in every way?

Topic 9: Trade and travel would be a lot easier with a single, global currency
that we all use.
Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Would a single currency cause
any problems?
Topic 10: All education, primary, secondary and further education, should be
free to all people and paid for by the government.
Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Topic 11: With the rise in popularity of the internet, newspapers will soon
become a thing of the past.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Topic 12: With all the troubles in the world today, money spent on space
exploration is a complete waste. The money could be better spent on other
things. To what extent do you agree or disagree?