01
Some people think women should be allowed to join the army, the navy and the air force just like men.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
04
Some people think that professional athletes make good role models for young people, while others believe they don’t. Discuss both of these points of view and give your own opinion.
05
As a country’s population grows, more new houses are needed. Some people think that it is better to build these houses in existing cities, while others think that new towns should be constructed in the countryside. Discuss both of these views and give your own opinion.
06
As mass communication and transport continue to grow, societies are becoming more and more alike leading to a phenomenon known as globalization. Some people fear that globalization will inevitably lead to the total loss of cultural identity. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement?
07
Some people believe that restoration of old buildings costs too much; we should demolish them and build new ones instead. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
08
Nowadays, celebrities earn more money than other famous personalities such as politicians and scientists. What are the reasons for this? Is it a positive or negative development?
11
Some people say that the Internet will soon become the preferred method of delivery of the news and information, causing the newspapers and magazines to gradually disappear. Do you agree or disagree?
12
School children should learn local history rather than world history. Do you agree or disagree?
13
Extreme sports such as sky diving and skiing are very dangerous and should be banned.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?
14
Popular events like the football world cup or other international sporting occasions are essential in easing international tensions and releasing patriotic emotions in a safe way.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
15
when a country develops its technology, the traditional skills and ways of life die out. It is pointless to try and keep them alive. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement?
18
In many countries, children are engaged in some kind of paid work. Some people regard this as completely wrong, while others consider it as valuable work experience, important for learning and taking personality. What are your opinions on this?
19
Improvements in health, education, and trade are essential for the development of poorer nations. However, the rich countries should take more responsibility for helping the poorer nations in such areas. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement?
20
In some countries, more and more people are becoming interested in finding out about the history of the house or building they live in.
What are the reasons for this?
How can people research this?
21
In their advertising, businesses nowadays usually emphasise that their products are new in some way.
Why is this?
Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
22
Many manufactured food or drink products contain a high level of sugar, which causes many health problems. Sugary products should be made more expensive to encourage people to consume less sugar.
Do you agree or disagree?
25
In the future, all cars, buses, and trucks will be driverless. The only people travelling in these vehicles will be passengers. Do you think that the advantages of driverless vehicles outweigh the disadvantages?
26
In some countries, owning a home rather than renting one is very important for people. Why might this be the case? Do you think this is a positive or negative situation?
27
In the future, nobody will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everything online without paying. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement?
28
Some people say that advertising is extremely successful at persuading us to buy things. Other people think that advertising is so common that we no longer pay attention to it.
Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
29
In some cultures, children are often told that they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. what are the advantages and disadvantages of giving children this message?
Option 01
Some people believe that it is best to accept a bad situation, such as an unsatisfactory job or shortage of money. others argue that it is better to try and improve such situations.
Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Option 02
Some people say that the main environmental problem of our time is the loss of particular species of plants and animals. Others say that there are more important environmental problems.
Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Option 03
Learning about the past has no value for those of us living in the present. Do you agree or disagree?
Option 04
The world is experiencing a dramatic increase in population which is causing problems not only for poor or undeveloped countries but also for industrialized and developed nations. Describe some of the problems that overpopulation causes, and suggest its possible solutions.
Option 05
Some people think that it is important to use leisure time for activities that develop the mind, such as reading and doing crossword puzzles. Others feel that it is important to give one’s mind a rest in leisure time. Discuss.
Option 06
Some people say education is the only critical factor to the development of a country. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?