1 In many countries, average life expectancy has been increasing. What problems will this cause for individuals and society as a whole? Suggest some solutions.
2 Staying healthy by playing sports and eating well should be an individual’s duty to society rather than a habit for personal benefits. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
3 Cheap air travel is increasingly popular in the world today. To what extent do you think the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?
4 International travel makes people more prejudiced rather than more broad-minded. Do you agree or disagree?
5 Some people think that zoos are cruel and should be closed. Others, however, believe that zoos are useful for the protection of animals. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
6 Charities cannot help everyone in the world. They should only provide aid to people in their own communities and countries. Do you agree or disagree?
7 Some people think that children should obey rules, while others argue that children who are controlled too much will not be well prepared for their adult life. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
8 Today, many young people leave school with a negative attitude towards learning. What are the causes of this? Suggest some solutions.
9 The number of crimes committed by young people has been increasing in recent years. What are the causes of this? Suggest some solutions.
10 Schools should only offer subjects that are beneficial to students’ future careers. Other subjects, such as music and sports, are not important. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
11 Students from rural areas often find it difficult to access university education. Some people think that universities should make it easier for them to access higher education. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
12 Children can learn efficiently by watching television, so they should be encouraged to watch television regularly both at home and in school. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
13 Distance education delivered via the Internet or television has more advantages than classroom-based education. Do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
14 Early technological developments helped ordinary people and changed their lives more than recent technological developments. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
15 The range of technology available to individuals today is increasing the gap between the rich and the poor. Do you agree or disagree?
16 Today, many countries are trying to improve the standard of living of their people through economic development. However, some people think that traditional values are lost as a result. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
17 Some people think that we live in a consumer society where money and possessions are given too much importance. Others, however, believe that consumer culture plays an important role in improving our lives. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
18 Some people think that museums and art galleries should be enjoyable places to entertain people. Others, however, believe that the purpose of museums and art galleries is to educate. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
19 Many people think that private companies, rather than the government, should pay for cleaning up the environment. Do you agree or disagree?
20 Some people think that men and women have different qualities. Some jobs are more suitable for men while other jobs are more suitable for women. To what extent do you agree or disagree?