1.10 Some people think children’s spending time on TV, video and PC games is good, while others think it is bad. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

1.12Some people think that criminals should be given longer terms in prison, so as to reduce the crime rate. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

1.19 Old generations often hold some traditional ideas on the correct way of life, thinking and behavior. However, some people think that it is not helpful for the young generations to prepare for modern life in the future. What’s your opinion?

1.26 Unemployment is getting increasingly serious in many countries. Some people think students only need to get primary education, while others think secondary education is necessary. What’s your opinion?

2.2Some people think people can exploit animals for any purpose they need, while others do not think so. What is your opinion?

2.14An increasing number of people choose to live in big cities. What problems will this bring about? Should the government encourage people to live in small towns?

2.16An American film actor once said, “Tomorrow is important and precious.” Some people think individuals and society should pay more attention to the future than to the present. Do you agree or disagree?

2.23Some people think imported food exerts positive impacts on our lives. To what extent do you agree?

3.1 Schools offer a wide range of courses such as physical education, music, economics, philosophy, math, English，geography, physics and history. Among all these subjects, which one do you think is the most important and which one is the least important?

3.8The number of cars keeps increasing, so road systems should be expanded. Some people think the government should pay for it, while others think the car owners should pay for it. What is your opinion?

3.13People should look after their health as a duty to  the  society they live  in  rather than  personal benefits. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

3.29Some people think government should ensure the healthy lifestyle. of people, but others argue that it should be decided by individuals. Discuss and give your opinion.

4.5.Aircraft uses more fuel than cars and produces more pollution. Some people suggest the non-essential use of aircraft like international travel should be discouraged. Do you agree or disagree?

4.12 More working people are busy with work and have no enough time to spend with their family and friends. Why does this happen? What are the effects on family life and society as a whole?

4.19Figures show that some countries have an ever-increasing proportion of the population who are aged 15 or younger. What do you think are the current and future effects of this may be for those countries?

4. 24 Teachers used to convey information, but now with wide resources of information, there is no role for teachers to play in modern education. Do you agree or disagree?

5.10 Some children can learn efficiently by watching TV. Therefore, they should be encouraged to watch TV both at home and at school. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

5.22 Some peope think that schools shound concerntrate on academic classes.,because they are helpful for future career. But they think music and sports classes are not useful. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

5.31Some people argue thatthefittest and strongest individuals and teams can achieve the greatest success in sports. But other people think the success is much related to the mental attitude. Discuss both and give your opinion.

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