1 Individuals cannot do anything to improve the environment. Only governments and large companies can make a difference. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

2 Some people think that it is better to do the same job for the same company, while others believe that they should change jobs frequently. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

3 Some people believe that there should be a single international language. Others, however, believe that would make it difficult to preserve cultural identities. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

4 In many countries, school subjects and course contents are decided by the government. Some people argue that students should decide these for themselves. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

5 Lectures were used in the past as a good way to teach a large number of students. As new technology is now available for education, some people suggest that there is no justification for lectures. Do you agree or disagree?

6 Some people think that schools should select students according to their academic abilities, while others believe that students with different abilities should be educated together. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

7 Some people think that today, children live under more pressure than children did in the past. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

8 Throughout history, male leaders have led us to violence and conflict. If a society is governed by female leaders, it will be more peaceful. Do you agree or disagree?

9 Health is a basic human need so health care should not be provided by private, profit-making companies. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

10 Team activities can teach children more life skills than activities that are done alone. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

11 International tourism has become a huge industry in the world. Some people think that the problems created by international tourism outweigh the benefits. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

12 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?

13 In some countries, there is not enough respect for elderly people. Why is this case? Suggest some solutions.

14 Young people today tend to find mobile phones and the Internet very helpful. However, it is not common for elderly people to use them. In what ways can mobile phones and the Internet be useful to elderly people? How can elderly people be encouraged to use them?

15 Some countries have introduced laws to limit the working hours of employees. Why do you think such laws have been introduced? Is this a positive or negative change?

16 Early technological developments helped ordinary people and changed their lives more than recent technological developments. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

17 In many cities, security measures are being increased in order to reduce crime. Do the advantages of increased security outweigh the disadvantages?

18 In some countries, traditional food is being replaced by international fast food. This has a negative effect on both families and society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

19 As the number of cars increases, more money has to be spent on the road systems. Some people think that the government should pay for this. Others, however, think that car users should pay for the costs. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

20 Some people think that museums should be enjoyable places to entertain people, while others believe that the purpose of museums is to educate. Discuss both these views and give you own opinion.