1. Some people believe that university education should focus on the skills of employment for the future. Others think should focus academic study only. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

　　2. In some countries, there has been an increase in the number of parents who educate their children themselves at home instead of sending them to school. Do you think the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?

　　3. Many customs and the traditional ways of behaviors are no longer relevant to the modern life and not worth keeping. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

　　4. Some people think painting and drawings are as important as other subjects, they should be compulsory in high school education. What do you think?

　　5. In some countries, the government has tried to reduce traffic. For instance, they imposed a congestion tax during the rush hour. Do you think this development is positive or negative?

　　6. Some people think language class should be taught in small class, others think the number of students doesn't matter. Do you agree or disagree?

　　7. Some people think younger people are not suitable for important positions in government in countries. Some think it will be a good idea for younger people to take on these positions. Agree or disagree?

　　8. Multicultural societies, where people of different ethnic groups live together, can bring more benefits than drawbacks to a country. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

　　9. Nowadays, women have full-time work same as men, logically men should share household equally with women. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

　　10. In developing countries, some people think governments should introduce new technology for people in order to improve quality of life, while others believe governments should offer free education. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

　　11. Towns and cities are attractive places. Some people suggest that the government should spend money putting in more works of art like paintings and statues to make them better to live in. To What extent do you agree or disagree?

　　12. Some people believe that the best way to produce a happier society is to ensure that there are only small differences between the richest and the poorest members. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

　　13. Some people think that the government should decide the subject for students to study in university. Others believe that students should be allowed to apply for the subject they prefer. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

　　14. Some people say that everyone can create art, but others think only those who are talented or have special skills can create art. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

　　15. People believe that using mobile phones and computers to communicate make us lose ability to communicate with each other face-to-face，do you agree or disagree?

　　16. In modern life, it is unnecessary to teach children the skill of handwriting. Do you agree or disagree?

　　17. As countries develop, their populations tend to live individually or in small family units. In your opinion, what is this cause and what are the effects on society?

　　18. Some young people commit serious crimes, such as robbery or violent attacks, some people think they should be punished in the same way as adults. To what extent do you agree or disagree

　　19. It is important for all towns and cities to have large public spaces, such as squares and parks. Is this a positive or negative development?

　　20. With the increasing demand for energy sources of oil and gas, people should look for sources of oil and gas in remote and untouched natural places. Do the advantages outweigh disadvantages of damaging such areas?