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Some feel that movies and tv shows are a good way to study history despite their lack of historical accuracy at
times.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some believe that new science related to criminal forensics should be used to look at old cases.
Some people think that social networking sites have a huge negative impact on both individuals and society.
Some people say that to prevent illness and disease, governments should focus more on reducing environmental
pollution and housing problems.
Doing an enjoyable activity with a child can is better for their overall skills development and creativity than
reading.
To what extent do you agree?
Learning at university would be more effective if men and women were educated separately.
Some people today have argued that countries should interfere less in the affairs of other nations.
Nowadays, distance-learning programs have gained in popularity, but some people argue that online courses can
never be taken as good as those taken at a college or university in person.
People living in the 21st century have a better life quality than people who lived in previous times.
Young people committing crimes should be treated the same as adults by the authorities.
Although it is generally illegal, physical punishment continues in many countries. Some argue that parents
should have the right to punish their children in this way.
Do you agree or disagree?
Shops should not be allowed to sell any food or drinks that have been scientifically proven to be bad for
people’s health.
The best way to make the road transport of goods safer is to ask drivers to take a driving test each year.
Prison is the common way most countries try to solve the problem of crime. However, a more effective solution
is to provide the public a better education.
Some people claim that not enough waste from homes is recycled and that the only way to increase recycling is
for governments to make it a legal requirement.
In marriages today, some argue that it is the responsibility of both spouses to earn a living for the family.
Companies should provide sports facilities for local communities.

The best curriculum is not one based on a static body of knowledge but one which teaches student to cope with
change.
Some people claim that too much focus and resources have been spent to protect wild animals and birds.
Educating young people is naturally important. However, some think governments ught to invest more
education for adults in need.
Some people believe that engaging in an active pastime does more to develop childrens’ life skills than time
spent reading.
Some experts say for road safety cyclists should pass a test before being allowed on public roads.
Some people believe that violent media directly results in violent behavior.
Today, many young people spend too much of their free time at shopping malls. This can considered negative
for young people and society generally.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Some people think the main purpose of school is to turn children into good citizens and workers, rather than to
benefit them as individuals.
In many countries, children are becoming overweight and unhealthy. Some people think that the government
has the responsibility to solve this problem.
Many young people today spend too much time following the latest fashion trends in areas such as clothing and
technology.
Some believe that nuclear weapons benefit the world at large.

Some people believe that students should acquire working experience during their gap year instead of traveling.
Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
The governments should give each citizen a basic income so that they have enough money to live on, even if
they are unemployed.
Some people think that enjoying the present is more important than planning for the future for both countries
and individuals.
Scientific research should be carried out and controlled by the governments rather than private companies.
The best way to solve the world’s environmental problems is to increase the cost of fuel for cars and other
private vehicles.
The tendency of human beings to copy one another is shown in the popularity of areas such as fashion and
consumer goods.
Some people believe that it is a good idea that older people continue to work if it is possible for them to do.
Many claim that the fast food industry had a negative effect on the environment, eating habits, and families.
Some people say that it is possible to tell a lot about a person’s culture and character from their choice of
clothes.
There are different customs in different countries related to how people eat, dress, and so on. Some think that
people visiting a country should behave according to customs of the country they visit.
Because many children are not able to learn foreign languages, schools should not force them to learn foreign
languages.
Governments should make people responsible for looking after their own local environment.
Some people say that at all levels of education, from primary school to university, too much time is spent on
learning facts and not enough on learning practical skills.
Some claim that men are naturally more competitive than women.
Shopping habits depend more on your age group than anything else.
Smoking is a major cause of serious illness and death throughout the world today. In the interest of the public
health, governments should ban cigarettes and other tobacco products.
Everyone should become vegetarian because they do not need to eat meat to have a healthy diet.
Some people think employers should not care about the way their employees dress, but the quality at work.
To what extent you agree or disagree?
In many situations, people who break the law should be warned instead of punished.
Crime rates will fall as advances in technology make it easier to detect and prevent crimes.
Some countries are considering imposing curfews in which teenagers will not be allowed outdoors at night
unless they are accompanied by an adult.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this policy?
Some think that fathers should have time off from work after the birth of a child.
Some people think that because children find subjects such as mathematics and philosophy difficult, they ought
to be optional instead of compulsory.
Globalization is positive for economies but its negative sides should not be ignored.
Although more and more people read news on the Internet, newspapers will remain the most important source
of news for the majority of people.
Fast food has become more common in recent years. Some people think that it has a negative effect on lifestyles
and diets.
Some people think that there should be a complete ban on all forms of advertising.
Some feel governments, rather than private companies, should be in charge of medical services.
Large companies use sports events to promote their products. Some people think this has a negative impact on
sports.
Some feel that good entertainers are as important to society as scientists.

It is a natural process for animal species to become extinct (e.g. dinosaurs, dodos, etc.). There is no reason why
people should try to prevent this from happening.
People are annoyed or entertained by advertising but they are not affected by advertisements when making
shopping decisions.
To what extent you agree or disagree?
Convenience foods will become increasingly prevalent and eventually replace traditional foods and methods of
preparation.
Some people believe that wild animals should not be kept in zoos or other man-made environments as there is
no longer a need for them in the 21st century.
Many manufactured food and drink products contain high levels of sugar, which causes many health problems.
Sugary products should be made more expensive to encourage people to consume less sugar.
Some people think that children under 18 years old should receive full-time education.
Many believe that reading books is a waste of time and children would be better served doing something more
useful.
Traditional ideas from older people about the way to live and behave are not helpful to young people and their
futures.
Large companies should pay higher salaries to CEOs and executives compared to other workers.
Many believe that living in a city offers greater benefits compared to life in the countryside.
Some claim that studying abroad has great benefits for a student’s home country.
If a product is good and meets customer needs, then people will buy it and advertising is unnecessary.
It is impossible to help all people around the world in need so governments should focus on people from their
own country.
Some people think that the best way to increase road safety is to increase the minimum legal age for driving
cars and riding motorbikes.
Instead of requiring primary school students to do experiments themselves, schools should only alllow them to
watch experiments demonstrated by teachers.
All fathers should be entitled to time-off from work when their children are born.
The growth of multinational companies and the resulting rise of globalization creates positive effects for all.
Some people say it is more important to plant trees in the open spaces in towns and cities than to build more
housing.
To what extant do you agree or disagree?
Some believe it is important for cities and towns to invest heavily in building large outdoor public spaces.
Nowadays many people travel to foreign countries for pleasure. Some believe this travel has a negative impact
on the countries travelled to.
Some people say that all popular TV entertainment programmes should aim to educate viewers about important
social issues.
To succeed in a business, one needs to know maths.

Computer games are very popular for all ages and nationalities. Parents think this has little educational value
and it will be harmful for children.
The first man to walk on the moon claimed it was a step forward for mankind. However, it has made little
difference in most people’s lives.
One of the most important issues facing the world today is a shortage of food and some think genetically
modified foods are a possible solution.
Society is based on rules and laws. It could not function if individuals were free to do whatever they wanted to
do.
Some people think that the most important function of music is to help people relax.
Computers today can quickly and accurately translate languages, therefore, it is a waste of time to learn a
foreign language.
Some think that it is more important for children to engage in outdoor activities instead of playing videogames.
To what extent to you agree or disagree?
Whether or not a person achieves their aims in life is mostly related to luck.
Some people believe that family is more important than friends.

To what extent do you agree and disagree?
Some people think that it is a waste of time for high school students to study literature, such as novels and
poems.
Parents should take courses in parenting in order to improve the lives of their children.
Nowadays nurses should not just be required to do basic training but they must have other qualities as well to do
their jobs well.
Studies show that crime rates are lower among those with educational degrees. Therefore, the best way to
reduce the crime rate is to educate criminals while they are still in prison.
There are different customs in different countries related to how people eat, dress, and so on. Some think that
people visiting a country should behave according to customs of the country they visit.
The internet means people do not need to travel to foreign countries to understand how others live.
Cooking at home is a waste of time because there are so many convenient fast food options that make life less
stressful.
Some think the current generation should take steps to protect the environment for the next generation.
In many countries, traditional foods are being replaced by fast food. This has a negative impact on families,
individuals and society.
Some educators believe that every child should be taught how to play a musical instrument.
Some people believe that the government should spend more money putting in more works of art like paintings
and statues in cities to make them better places to live in.
When a person spends most of his or her time working a job with little job satisfaction, their life loses meaning.
Historical objects should be brought back to their country of origin.

Many people think technological devices such as smart phones, tablets and mobile phones bring more
disadvantages than advantages.
It is better for children if the whole family including aunts, uncles and so on are involved in a child’s
upbringing, rather than just their parents.
The government should lower the budget on the arts in order to allocate more money to education.
Many today feel that most urgent problems can only be solved by international cooperation.
Although families have influence on a children’s development, factors outside the home play a bigger part in
their lives nowadays.
It is better to learn the way people lived in the past through films and video records than written documents.
Many people think that mobile phones should be banned in public places such as libraries, shops and public
transport.
Some think that students must travel to another country in order to learn its language and customs.
Full-time university students spend a lot of time studying. Some say they should do other activities too.
In the future, nobody will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everything they
want online without paying.
Some feel that countries should produce most of the food that is eaten in their country and import as little as
possible.
In the future, people may have to live on other planets. Some think that it is therefore important to spend money
researching other planets such as Mars.
Governments should spend more money on medical research and less on researching the environment.
After graduation many students take a year to travel. Some think that it would be more useful to work for a
year.
Some feel that it is a waste of time to plan for the future and it is more important to focus on the present.
Some today argue that schools are no longer necessary because children can learn so much from the internet and
be educated at home.
In many schools and universities today, women have a tendency to study the humanities (such as the arts and
languages) while men more often major in science related subjects. Some believe this tendency should be
changed.
Some believe that people will purchase a product based on their needs and advertising is not needed.
Many people believe that film is a less important art than other forms such as literature and painting.
There are severe social consequences to housing shortages in cities and only the government can solve these
problems.
Watching a live performance such as a play, concert, or sporting event is more enjoyable than watching the
same event on television.
Some people believe that smartphones are destroying social interaction today.
Throughout history, male leaders have led us into violence and conflict. If a society is governed by female
leaders it will be more peaceful.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Many feel that students today should learn practical skills at school such as car maintenance and managing a
bank account.
Many people think that it is better to get advice from old rather than young people.
Some believe technology has made our lives too complex and the solution is to lead a simpler life without
technology.
One good way to promote world peace is through international sporting events.
In the future it will become more difficult to live on Earth so more money should be spent researching how to
live on other planets such as Mars.
Some think that governments should tax unhealthy foods to encourage people to eat healthier.
As well as making money, businesses also have a responsibility towards society.

Developing the economy will always damage the environment.

Too much money is wasted on repairing old buildings that should be used to knock them down and build new
ones.
Many believe that the best way to ensure a happier society is to reduce the difference in income earnings
between the rich and poor.
Extreme sports such as sky diving and skiing are very dangerous and should be banned.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?
The crime rate nowadays is decreasing compared to the past due to advances in technology.
Many believe that individuals can do little to improve the environment. Only governments and large companies
can make a real difference.
Many people believe that social networking sites (such as Facebook) have a huge negative impact on both
individuals and society.
Some people think that it is better to build more public parks and sports facilities in new towns rather than
shopping malls.
Students should be primarily taught academic subjects so that they can pass exams, and practical skills such as
cooking should not be taught.
Some people think that the news media has become much more influential in people’s lives today and it is a
negative development. Do you agree or disagree?
Many psychologists recommend that the best way to relieve stress is to do nothing at all for a period of time
during the day.
People today often use the internet to learn about the culture of other countries. This means that it is not that
important to travel to those countries.
The most common solution for criminal behaviour is prison but many believe education is a better method.
The job market today is very competitive and it is best to choose a career or field of study early in order to get a
good job later in life.
Some believe that because everyone needs a place to live, governments should provide houses for those who are
too poor to afford their own.
Some countries are struggling with increases in crime rates. Some believe that having more police on the streets
is best way to reduce and combat crime.
Some people say that music is a good way of bringing people of different cultures and ages together.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Some people believe that the best way to increase the road safety is to increase the minimum legal age for
driving cars.
Some people believe that nowadays we have too many choices.

Living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can cause serious social problems, as well as
practical problems.
Traffic and housing problems in major cities could be solved by moving companies, factories and their
employees to the countryside.
Museums and art galleries should focus on works that show the history and culture of their own country rather
than works of other parts of the world.
Some people say that school children should be mainly taught about the literature (e.g fiction and poetry) of
their own country because it is more important than that of other countries.
When designing a building, the most important factor is the intended use of the building rather than its outward
appearance.
Plastic shopping bags are used widely and cause many environmental problems. Some people say they should
be banned.
Climate change is a phenomenon that affects countries all over the world. Many people strongly believe that it
is the responsibility of individuals, rather than corporations and governments, to deal with this problem.

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Companies should provide sports facilities for local communities.

Some believe that nuclear weapons benefit the world at large.

Some feel that good entertainers are as important to society as scientists.

To succeed in a business, one needs to know maths.

Some people believe that family is more important than friends.

Historical objects should be brought back to their country of origin.

As well as making money, businesses also have a responsibility towards society.

Developing the economy will always damage the environment.

Some people believe that nowadays we have too many choices.

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