2006
060121
Some people think that spending a lot on birthday celebrations and weddings is a waste of money. But others think that it is important to young people and the society. Discuss both views and give your opinion. 060211
In many families parents buy too many expensive toys to keep children occupied. Children need less time with toys and more time with parents. What’s your opinion on this? 060225
Some people think it is better for people to change their career at least once in their life and do different kinds of jobs. Do you agree or disagree with this opinion? 060311
People generally know that the environment is important. However, most individuals still don’t take responsibility to protect the environment. Why is this? What should be done to encourage people to protect the environment? 060325
In some countries, road transport is taking over rail services as the main means of transportation. Is this a positive or a negative development? To
what extent is this trend also true in your country? 060408
It is better for children if the whole families e.g. aunts, uncles and grandparents are involved in the children’s upbringing, rather than their fathers and mothers only. Do you agree or disagree with this opinion? 060429
Nowadays some professionals such as doctors, lawyers and engineers are paid much higher than ordinary workers. What do you think of this trend? Are there any jobs which you think should offer higher salaries? 060513
In many places shopping is becoming a free-time activity, replacing the traditional hobbies of the past. Discuss the reasons for this development. Is this development positive or negative? 060617
Some people say that money can make life easier and more comfortable. But others say that having a lot of money can bring some problems. What do you think are the advantages and disadvantages of having a lot of money? 060624
Children have the responsibility to take care of their older family members, but some people say that old people do not need to live with their families because this opinion?
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Nowadays people depend on newspapers, radios, television and the Internet for news and information. Which in your opinion is the best way for getting news and why? 060722
In some countries, it is common for women to participate in the workforce when their children are young. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this? 060812
More and more people use private cars instead of taking public transport. What are the reasons for this trend? How can the government encourage people to take public transport? 060902
In some countries, grandparents play a significant role in bringing up the children. What are the benefits of this to children, parents and grandparents? 060923
In many countries, there are an increasing number of private cars. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend?
16. Modern medicine is making it possible for people to live a long life. What are the advantages and disadvantages of living to an old age? 061014
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Many jobs used to be done at home by hand, but nowadays an increasing number of them are done using machines instead. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this development. 061104
In some countries, employees of private companies are asked to wear a company uniform at work. What is your opinion towards this practice? What is the situation in your country? 061209
Today the Internet has replaced traditional books as a source of information. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this development. 061216
An increasing number of people decide to learn a foreign language. What is the most difficult part when learning a foreign language? How can the learner overcome these difficulties?
2007
070113
Some sports are extremely dangerous but many people still like them very much. Why do people take part in dangerous sports? Give some suggestions on how to deal with these dangers.
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Nowadays, people are living an increasingly longer life and in many countries there are more old people than young people. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend? 070310
The level of noise around us is constantly increasing, and is affecting the quality of our lives. What cause the noise? What should be done about it? 070331
Some people think building more roads can reduce the traffic problems. What do you think of this solution? 070414
More people have unhealthy diet and do not do enough exercises. What are the reasons for this? How can we encourage people to have a healthier lifestyle? 070428
In many countries, teenagers are encouraged to do part-time jobs. What’s the situation like in your country? What do you think are the advantages and disadvantages of doing part-time jobs? 070512≈060513
In many countries around the world, shopping has turned into a form of entertainment rather than a way of getting what people need. Discuss the reasons for this trend. Is it a positive or negative development?