In some countries there is not enough recycling of waste materials (e.g. paper, glass and cans). What are the reasons and solutions?

It has been suggested that all young adults should be required to undertake a period of unpaid work helping people in the community.  Would the drawbacks be greater than benefits to the community and the young adults themselves?

More and more people want to study at university, so competition of university places is increasing. Why more and more people want to study at university? Is it positive or negative?

Many countries believe that international tourism has harmful effects. Why do they think so? What can be done to change their views?

Some people think that only the best students should be rewarded. Others, however, think that it is more important to reward students who show improvements. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Older people who need employment have to compete with younger people. What problem does this cause and what are the solutions？

Some people think that using mobile phones and computers has a negative effect on young people's reading and writing skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some working parents believe childcare centers can provide best care for children, while others think family members like grandparents can do it better. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some people think it is more important to plant more trees in open area in towns and cities than provide more housing.　To what extent do you agree or disagree?

The use of mobile phone is as anti-social as smoking. Since smoking is banned in certain places, using mobile phone should be banned as well. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Most of the urgent problems can only be solved with international cooperation.  To what extent do you agree or disagree？

Developing countries require help offered by international organizations to ensure healthy and sustainable development. Some people think that financial aid is important. Others believe that practical aid and advice is more important. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

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

The government should spend money in promoting sport and art in school, rather than sponsoring professional sports and art events in communities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people say government should give the health care the first priorities, some others believe there are more important priorities to spend the tax payers' money. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

The government has the duty to ensure that its citizens have a healthy diet, while others believe this is individuals' responsibility. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

The increase in food production owes much to fertilizers and better machinery, but some people think that it has a negative impact on human health and community. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people believe that computers and internet carry more weight than traditional education in children’s study. Some others believe that traditional schooling and teachers are still essential and more effective. Discuss the both viewpoints and give your own opinion.

Some people say that arts subject such as painting or drawing should not be made compulsory for high school students. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In some countries, secondary schools aim to provide a general education across a range of subjects. In others, children focus on a narrow range of subjects related to a particular career. Which do you think is appropriate in today’s world?

Because of traffic and housing problems in the cities，the government encourages businesses to move to the rural area. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

Interviews form the basic selecting procedure for most large companies. However, some people think an interview is not a reliable means of choosing who to employ and there are some other better methods of selection. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays, most people learn academic study in university, but others think we should encourage to learn vocational skills more, do you agree or disagree?

In some countries, the role of a mother differs in some ways from the role of a father. Why do you think these differences exist? How might parental roles develop in the future?

Some people say that playing computer games is bad for children in every aspect. Others say that playing computer games can have positive effects on the way children develop. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Developments in science and technology have caused environmental problems. Some people think that a simpler way of life will protect the environment, while others believe that science and technology can solve environmental problems. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.