1 Some people think that secondary school students should study international news as one of their subjects. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
2 Some people think that schools should select students according to their academic abilities while others believe that it is better to have students with different abilities study together. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
3 In order to learn a language well, we should also learn about the country as well as the culture and lifestyle of the people who speak the language. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
4 Some people think the exterior of a building is more important than its function. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
5 Some people believe that they should keep all the money they have earned and should not pay tax to the state. Do you agree or disagree?
6 One long-distance flight consumes the same amount of fuel as a car does in several years' time, but they cause the same amount of pollution. Therefore, some people think that we should discourage non-essential flights, such as tourist travel, instead of limiting the use of cars. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?
7 The main purpose of public libraries is to provide books. Therefore, they should not waste their limited resources and space on providing expensive hi-tech media such as computer software, videos and DVDs. What is your opinion?
8 Some people think only the government can solve problem of housing shortage in large cities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
9 Some people think the government should pay for health care and education while others say that it is not the government’s responsibility. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
10 Some people think the increasing business and cultural contact between countries brings many positive effects. Others say it causes countries to lose their national identities. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.