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Many students have to study subjects which they do not like. Some people think this is a complete waste of time. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? 070524
In some countries students are required to learn a foreign language, but in other countries it is not necessary to do so. Discuss the benefits of each case and give your own opinion. 070616
Some people think that watching TV programs can help children’s development while others disagree. What is your opinion? 070707
In many places women are taking jobs which are traditionally done by men. What do you think make these changes happen? What’s your opinion about it? 070721
In some countries, air travel has become a much cheaper form of transport than in the past. Some people say this is a positive development but other people disagree. Discuss the two views and give your opinion. 070811 Australia
Travelling abroad is regarded as a valuable and good activity for young people, but some people think it takes too much time and money. Discuss
both these views and give your own opinion. 070825
More and more people are working at home rather than in the workplace. Some people say this will bring benefits to the workers and their families, but others think it will bring stress to the home. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. 070908
There are some violent cartoon characters on TV such as Mickey Mouse which bring negative influence to children. Do you agree or disagree? What types of TV programmes are suitable for children? 070922
More and more media attention is being paid to famous people who are successful in sports and movies. Why do you think this is happening? Is this a good thing? 071006
Some people prefer to live in hot climate, while others like to live in cold climate. Discuss both of the views and give your own opinions. 071020
Many adults think the childhood and schooldays are the best years of a person’s life. What’s the reason do you think? Do you agree or disagree? 071103
Schools do not teach young people enough knowledge to look after their
health. Do you agree with this opinion? 071117
Now, more and more people want to buy cars. However, cars cause many problems. What are these problems? How can we encourage people to take public transportation? 071201
Some people think children should attend extra classes after school, while others disagree. Discuss both opinions and give your own view. 071215
Some people think the mobile phones are most useful for their professional lives, others think mobiles phones are most useful in their personal life. Discuss both of them and give your opinion.
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Listening to radio is more enjoyable and practical than watching television. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? 080119
Some people think that young children benefit going to the nursery school before starting primary school. Others think it is better for the young children to stay all day with the families. Discuss both views and give your opinions.
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Many companies require their employees to wear a uniform at work. In what jobs do you think should people be required to wear uniforms? What are the disadvantages of wearing uniforms at work? 080216
Some people take their family with them when they go to work abroad for a period of time. Does this have more advantages than disadvantages for individuals and their family? 080308
Some people think that young people children and teenagers can learn a foreign language more easily. Others believe that adults are better at learning a foreign language. Discuss both views and give your opinion. 080329
A survey shows that people in certain occupations and professions are believed to be more honest. What is the situation like in your country? Do you agree with this belief? 080412
Travel to and from work is becoming more difficult. One solution is that employers should allow employees to work from home. Do you agree that the advantages are more than disadvantages? 080419
Some people think it is better to be self-employed. Other people say it is
better to work for a company or institution. Discuss both views and give your opinion. 080510
What are the advantages and disadvantages of living in a house and living in an apartment? Which do you prefer? 080522
Doctors say that in many countries, people do not have enough physical exercise. What are the causes for this problem? What can be done to solve it? 080614
Nowadays many old cities are rebuilt and redesigned in order to make them look modern. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this practice. 080628
In many places of travel such as lakes, mountains and beaches, the environment is polluted because of the rubbish and litters produced by tourists. Why is this? How can we solve the problem? 080712
There are more and more old people in many places of the world. What are the causes of longer life span for people and what are the benefits of this situation? 080726