More and more parents are allowing their children to play on computers and tablets as they
think that children should learn technology skills. Do the advantages of this development
outweigh the disadvantages?
People are living in a 'throwaway society', using things for a short time and then throwing them
away. What are the causes of this? What problems does it lead to?
Some people view giving presents as an important way to show care to family and friends.
Others think there are more important things that can be done to show care and appreciation.
Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that the main factors influencing a child’s development these days are
things such as television, friends, and music. Others believe that the family still remains more
important. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Food travels thousands of miles from producers to consumers. Some people think that it would
be better for the environment and economy if people only ate the local food produced by
farmers. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people argue that the fittest, strongest individuals and teams can achieve the greatest
success in sports. But other people think that success is as much related to mental attitude.
Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people become famous when they are at a young age. Do you think this is positive or
negative?
In many countries day by day rubbish (garbage) is increasing. Why is it happening? What can
be done?
In our society there is far more attention on men's sport than women's sport. What are the
reasons for this? Do you think that this is positive or negative development?
Some people spend a lot of money for their wedding ceremonies. However, others feel like it is
unnecessary to spend a lot. Discuss both view points and give your own opinion.
Employers should give their workers at least one month holiday a year as it makes them to do
better at their job. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many young people regularly change their jobs over the years. What are the reasons for this?
Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people think that companies and private individuals should pay to clean up the pollution
that they produce, not the government. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
As more and more students enter universities, academic qualifications are becoming devalued.
To get ahead in many professions, more than one degree is now required and in future it is
likely that people will take a number of degree courses before even starting work. This is an
undesirable situation. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that it is a good idea of all employees to wear a uniform at work. To what
extent do you agree or disagree?
People nowadays are not as fit and active as they were in the past. What are the reasons for
this? What measures can be taken for this?
These days many families move abroad for work. Some people believe that this benefits the
children in these families. Others believe that it makes their lives more difficult. Discuss both
views and give your own opinion.
In many countries, prison is the most common solution for crimes. However, many think that
better education is the most effective way to prevent people from committing further crime. To
what extent do you agree or disagree.
Some people believe that employment over the age of 60 is not right and creates lots of
problems. So people should retire after 60 and not work. To what extent do you agree or
disagree?
Many people use social media on a regular basis in order to keep in touch with the news and
with other people. Do you think that the advantages of this development outweigh the
disadvantages?
The trend of online shopping is increasing significantly. What effect is this having on the
environment and society in general?
Some people think women should play an equal role as men in the country's police force,
military and the army, while others believe that women are not suited for this work. Discuss
both views and give your own opinion.
These days many young people leave school with a negative attitude towards learning. Why is
this happening? What can be done to help young people to leave school with more positive
attitude towards learning?
In many countries, a few people earn very high salaries. Some people think that this is a
positive thing for the country. Other people believe that governments should not allow salaries
to be over a certain level. Discuss both opinions and give your own opinion.
Some people think that robots are important for human’s future development. Others think that
robots have negative effects on society. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Nowadays both men and women spend a lot of money on beauty care. This was not so in the
past. What may be the root cause of this behavior? Discuss the reasons and possible results.
Students perform better in school when they are rewarded rather than punished. To what
extent do you agree or disagree? Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think women should be given equal chances to work and excel in their careers.
Others believe that a woman’s role should be limited to taking care of the house and children.
Which opinion do you agree with and why? Include specific details and examples to support
your choice.
Whoever controls the media also controls opinions and attitudes of the people and there is little
can be done to rectify this. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Some people encourage young children to leave their parents’ house as soon as they become
adults while other say children should stay at their parents’ house as long as possible. Discuss
both the views and give your opinion.
Science will soon make people live up to 100 or even 200 years. Some believe this is a good
thing while others disagree. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that giving gifts and presents to friends and family is important to show
them that we care. Others think that there are more important ways. Discuss both and give
your opinion.
