Some cultures think old people are of higher value than the youth, while other cultures value the youth more. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Some people say that health care and education should be the responsibility of the government but others think that it is the responsibility of the individuals themselves.

The claim that animals have “rights” has been the subject of much debate since the 1970s. Are zoos helping or hurting our animals? Should zoos be banned?

Some think that all university students should study what they like. Others believe that they should only study subjects that will be useful in the future, such as those related to science and technology. What's your view?

Universities should accept equal numbers of male and female students in every subject. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think that public art should be funded by governments, while others believe that it should be funded by other sources.

Advertising that targets children should be banned from media. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays environmental problems are too big for individual countries or people to solve. We have reached the stage where we need cooperation on an international level to protect the environment. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Honesty is always the best policy. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In some countries,owing a house rather than renting one is very important for people. Why might this be the case? Do you think this is a postive or negative situation?

The popularity of online shopping will result in the end of high street shops. To what extent do you agree or disagree.

With the recent improvement to the internet, people can leave views or opinions on certain goods or services that they have purchased. Is it a good or bad thing. Discuss both views.

People who read for pleasure in their free time have a better imagination than those who prefer to watch TV. To what extent do you agree or disagree?