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?

An increasing number of museums tend to charge admission fees from tourists rather than providing service free of charge. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

Many people think that arts (painting and music) do not directly improve people's life, so the government should spend money on other important areas. Do you agree or disagree?

Mobile phones and the internet play an important part in the way which people relate to one another socially. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

A large number of young people cannot find a job when they leave university. What problems will youth unemployment cause for individuals and for society? Give some measures to help reduce unemployment.

There is a mixture of people from different cultures and ethnic groups in a country. Why? Is this a positive or negative development?

We have three important parts of education reading, writing and mathematics. Some people think every child will benefit from the fourth skill added to the list: computer skills. Do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays it is more convenient and easier for people to travel to other countries. Do you think the positive effects exceed the negative effects?

Advertising discourages people from being different individuals by making us all want to do the same and look the same. Do you agree or disagree?

More and more companies are allowing employees to work at home. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?