2012年1月7日Some people think developing countries should invite foreign companies to open branches, offices and factories to promote their economies. Others say that they should keep the foreign companies out and depend more on their own local companies. Describe both views and give your opinion.2012年1月12日Some people believe that governments should make investment in building public libraries in every town, while others think it is a waste of money because we have access to information via Internet. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.2012年1月14日Some people think that social skills are as important as academic qualifications. To what extent do you agree or disagree?2012年1月21日Most of the urgent problems can only be solved with international cooperation. To what extent do you agree or disagree?2012年2月4日Some people think that young people should follow traditions of their society, and others think young people should be free to behave as they will. Discuss both views and give your opinion.2012年2月9日The spread of multinational companies and resulting increase of globalization produces positive effects for everyone. To what extent to you agree or disagree?2012年2月18日Some people think the technology makes life complex, so we should make the lifesimpler without using the technology. To what extent do you agree or disagree?2012年2月25日Nowadays，full-time university students tend to focus on their studying. Some people think it is essential for university students to be involved in other activities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?2012年3月10日In the future，there will be a higher proportion of older people than younger people. Is it a positive or negative development?2012年3月17日News media are important in modern society. Why are they so important? Are their influences generally positive or negative?2012年3月31日In some countries old people are highly valued, while in some cultures young people are highly valued. Discuss both views and give your opinion.2012年4月12日Do you think how important it is for people to want success in life ? Is ambition a positive or negative characteristic?2012年4月14日Nowadays, there is a trend that reports of media focus on problems and emergencies rather than positive developments. Some people think it is harmful to individuals and to society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?2012年4月21日Some people think planning future is a waste of time and people should focus on thepresent. To what extent do you agree or disagree?2012年4月28日In modern world, it is no longer necessary to use animals for food or use animal products, for instance, clothing and medicines. To what extent do you agree or disagree?2012年5月10日Nowadays consumers are faced with the advertisements from competitive companies. To what extent do you agree that consumers are influenced by advertisements? What measures should be taken to protect them?2012年5月12日In most countries，prison is an effective solution for the problem of crime. Some people think it is a more effective solution to provide a better education. To what extent do you agree or disagree?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?2012年5月26日Some people believe that the government should support the funds for the arts, while some other people suggest that the money should be used for public health and education. Discuss both views and give your opinion.2012年6月9日Some people think news have no connection to people's lives, so then it is a waste of time to read the news in the newspaper and watch television news programs. To what extent do you agree or disagree?Many people believe that scientific research should be carried out and controlled by the government rather than private companies. To what extent do you agree or disagree? 2012年6月16日An increasing number of people do not know their neighbors, and there is no longer a sense of community.What do you think are the causes of this situation? What solutions can you suggest?2012年6月30日Some visitors are interested in other countries' culture and tradition. How can visitors learn it? Why are other visitors not interested in it?2012年7月7日Advertisements encourage consumers to buy in quantity rather than in quality. To what extent do you agree or disagree?2012年7月12日It is better for students to live away from home while studying at university than living with parents. To what extent do you agree or disagree?2012年7月21日In most cities and towns, the high volumes of road traffic have become a problem. What are the causes and what actions could be taken to solve the problem?2012年7月28日Some people believe arts such as painting and music cannot directly improve the quality of people's lives so that government money should be spent on other things. To what extent do you agree or disagree?2012年8月4日In many countries, there are 24 -hour TV programs. Is it a positive or negative development?2012年8月9日Nowadays, mobile phones and internet have become increasingly important in people’s social life. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?2012年8月11日A large number of young people cannot find jobs after they leave school. What problems will youth unemployment cause in individual and for society? What measures should be taken to reduce the level of unemployment among young people?2012年8月25日In some countries, museums charge people for admission, while in some other countries,people are admitted into museums free of charge. Do you think the advantages of charging admission outweigh its disadvantages?2012年9月1日Many countries spend a lot of money preparing competitors to take part in major sports competitions such as the Olympics, football world cup etc. Some people think that it would be better to spend this money to encourage children to take part in sports in a young age. To what extent do you agree or disagree?2012年9月6日Some people believe that everyone has the right to receive university education，so the government should make it free to all people regardless of their financial background. To what extent do you agree or disagree?2012年9月15日Since money for postgraduate research is limited, some people think financial support from the government should be only provided for scientific research rather than the research for less useful subjects. To what extent do you agree or disagree?2012年9月22日In some countries, young people are not only richer but also safer and healthier than ever before. However, they are less happy. What do you think are the causes of this? What solutions can you suggest?10月11日抽象类Some people think personal happiness is directly related to economic success, while others believe this depends on other factors. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.10月13日社会与国际问题类We have a mixture of people from different culture and ethnic groups in a country. why? Isthis a positive or negative development?10月20日社会与国际问题类Nowadays it is more convenient and easier for people to travel to other countries. Is it a positive or negative development?10月27日媒体类Advertising discourages us from being different individuals by making us all want to be and look the same. Do you agree or disagree?11月3日犯罪类Many people are afraid to leave their homes because of their fear of crime. Some people think that more actions can be taken to prevent crimes. While others believe there is little that can be done.Discuss both sides and give your opinion.11月8日科技类We have three important parts of education: reading writing and math. Some people think every child will benefit from a fourth skill added to the list, computer skills.Do you agree or disagree?11月24日科技类With the increasing use of mobile phones and computers, fewer people are writing letters, some people think that the traditional skill of writing letters will disappear completely. To what extent do you agree or disagree? How important do you think is letter-writing?12月1日社会与国际问题类More and more companies are allowing employees to work from home. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?12月6日社会与国际问题类Nowadays, people always throw old things away and buy new things, whereas in the past,old things are repaired and used again. What factors cause this phenomenon? What effects does the phenomenon lead to?12月8日社会与国际问题类In most parts of world, men and women are deciding to have children later in life.Why do you think this is happening? What effects does the development have on society and family life?12月15日社会问题We live in cities or towns which have museums displaying objects of artistic, historic and cultural value, but people do not visit them. How do you think people do not visit museums in their local areas? What is the importance of museums to the society?。