- People throw things away and buy new ones instead of repairing them and using again. What do you think may be the reasons for this? What problems might this cause in society?
- In some countries around the world men and women tend to have their children late in life. What are the reasons for this development? What are the effects on society and family life?
- The restoration of old buildings in major cities throughout the world often involves numerous government expenditure. This money will bring more benefits if it is used to provide new housing or road development.To what extend do you agree or disagree.
- Young people who commit serious crimes should be punished in the same way as adults. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
- News media are important in modern society.Why are they so important? Are their influences generally positive or negative?
- In some cultures old people are more valued, while in other cultures the youth is more valued. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
- Today consumers are facing an increasing amount of advertising from competing companies. To what extent do you think consumers are influenced by advertisements? What measures can be taken to protect them?
- Many people believe that scientific research should be carried out and controlled by the government rather than private companies. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
- Some visitors are interested in other countries' cultures and traditions. How they learn other cultures and traditions? Why this is interesting to some visitors but not to others?
- In most cities and towns, the high volumes of road traffic become a problem. What are the causes of that and what actions could be taken to solve the problem?
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