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1.More and more employees work at home with modern technology. Some people claim that it benefits only workers, but not employers. To what extent do you agree or disagree? 或The typical teaching situation of a teacher and students will no exist in 2050, to what extent do you agree or disagree?或As technology develops, more shopping and business is done through the internet while communication face to face becomes less frequent. Is this a positive or a negative development?
2.Some people believe that air travel should restricted because it cause serious pollution and uses up the world’s fuel resources .To what extent do you agree or disagree?或 Many people say that we have developed into a “throw-away society”, because we are filling up our environment with so many plastic bags and rubbish that we cannot fully dispose of. To want degree do you agree with this opinion? 或What are the causes of water scarcity? What are your solutions?
3.Competitiveness is a positive quality for people in most cities. How does competitiveness affect individuals? Is it a positive or negative quality? 或Some employers are giving increased importance to social skills in addition to good qualifications. Do you agree or disagree that social skills are as important as good qualifications for success in jobs?或Some people prefer to do the same job in the same place, but others prefer to change jobs frequently. You should use specific reasons to compare the advantages and disadvantages of both sides. 或Some peoplethink children should learn to compete,but others think that children should be taught to cooperate. Express some reasons of both views and give your own opinion.
4.When visiting foreign countries some people think that it is advantageous to learn their cultures and traditions. How do you think people can learn other cultures and traditions? Why do you think that some people are interested in learning those traditions and cultures while others are not? 或Some people say the popularity of English and tourism will harm the minorities and minor languages, To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion.或Even though globalization affects the world’s economies in a very positive way, its negative side should not be forgotten. Discuss.
5.Some people think advertising is discouraging us from being different individuals and makes everyone to be the same. Do you agree or disagree?或Advertising encourages consumers to buy in quantity rather than in quality. To what extent do you agree or disagree?或 Advertising is all around us, it is an unavoidable part of everyone‘s life. Some people say that advertising is a positive part of our lives while others say it is negative. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
6.Some people think that news reports in the media have no connections with people's lives. Therefore, it is a waste of time reading newspapers or watching TV news programs. To what extent do you agree or disagree?或There is more and more violence in movies and on TV, therefore it is necessary for the govern to control the amount of it to decrease the violent crimes in the society. Do you agree or disagree?或“The media plays a valuable role in keeping us informed and entertained. However, many people believe it has too much power and freedom.” Discuss your views on this, giving examples and presenting a balanced argument both in favor of, and against, the power and freedom of the media.
7.People spend more and more time at their work place and don’t spend enough time with family and friends. Why is this happening? What consequences can this have for the family life and society? 或 City dwellers seldom socialize with their neighbors today and the sense of community has been lost. Why has this happened and how to solve this problem?或some people think job satisfaction is more important than job security. But others believe that people cannot always enjoy their jobs and having a permanent job is more important. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
8.In some countries, the proportion of elderly people will become higher than the proportion of younger people. Will this be a positive or a negative development?或Some people believe that in order to give opportunities to new generation companies should encourage high level employees who are older than 55 to retire. Do you agree or disagree? Give your reasons and personal experience.或As for elderly, living in caring house is better than living at home with young children. Present your argument to illustrate whether you agree or disagree.
9.Some people think it is a waste of money to establish libraries since the public can use the Internet at home to obtain information,do you agree or disagree? 或Some museums charge visitors for admission while others are free. What is your opinion? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.或Writes an essay considering and assessing arguments for and against the following view: As reading is important for a good education, we should encourage our children to read whatever appeals to them.
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