1 Today, people in many countries can live and work anywhere they choose, because of improved communication technology and transport. Do the advantages of this phenomenon outweigh its disadvantages?

　　2 Some people believe that charitable organisations should give aid to people in greatest need, regardless of their location. Some others think that charitable organisations should concentrate on helping people who live in their own country. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.

　　3 Some people think that the increasing business and cultural contact between countries brings many positive effects. Others argue that it causes the loss of national identities. Discuss on both these sides and give your opinion.

　　4 Some people think that family life and parents have the greatest influence on childrens development, while others believe that external influence plays a more important role in childrens lives. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

　　5 Some people think that young people should go to university to further their education while others think that young people should be encouraged to work as mechanics or builders to serve society. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

　　6 If a product is of good quality and meets peoples needs, people will buy it. Advertising is unnecessary and is no more than a type of entertainment. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

　　7 Some people believe that public health should be improved by increasing the number of sports facilities, while others believe that other measures should be taken to improve public health. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.

　　8 Some people think that people who read for pleasure can develop their imagination and language skills while those who prefer to watch TV cannot. Do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

　　9 Many people believe that scientific research should be carried out and controlled by the governments rather than private companies. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

　　10 Today, fossil fuels such as coal, oil, natural gas, are being used in many countries. But in some countries, the use of alternative sources of energy, including wind and solar power, is encouraged. Is this trend a positive or a negative development?

　　1 Today, people in many countries can live and work anywhere they choose, because of improved communication technology and transport. Do the advantages of this phenomenon outweigh its disadvantages?

　　2 Some people believe that charitable organisations should give aid to people in greatest need, regardless of their location. Some others think that charitable organisations should concentrate on helping people who live in their own country. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.

　　3 Some people think that the increasing business and cultural contact between countries brings many positive effects. Others argue that it causes the loss of national identities. Discuss on both these sides and give your opinion.

　　4 Some people think that family life and parents have the greatest influence on childrens development, while others believe that external influence plays a more important role in childrens lives. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

　　5 Some people think that young people should go to university to further their education while others think that young people should be encouraged to work as mechanics or builders to serve society. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

　　6 If a product is of good quality and meets peoples needs, people will buy it. Advertising is unnecessary and is no more than a type of entertainment. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

　　7 Some people believe that public health should be improved by increasing the number of sports facilities, while others believe that other measures should be taken to improve public health. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.

　　8 Some people think that people who read for pleasure can develop their imagination and language skills while those who prefer to watch TV cannot. Do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

　　9 Many people believe that scientific research should be carried out and controlled by the governments rather than private companies. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

　　10 Today, fossil fuels such as coal, oil, natural gas, are being used in many countries. But in some countries, the use of alternative sources of energy, including wind and solar power, is encouraged. Is this trend a positive or a negative development?