2010-2-6Air travel only benefits the rich people and the majority of people cannot takeany advantage of the development of aircrafts.To what extent do you agree or disagree?2010-2-20Most countries want to improve the standard of living through economic development; however, others think the social value is lost as a result of economic development.To what extent do you think the advantages of economic development outweighits disadvantages?2010-2-27Technologies have developed very fast in the past 100 years. However, some people think that technological progress has brought negative effects to the humanity. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?2010-3-6A recent survey shows that in many countries across the world people are generally living longer. But an increased life expectancy has many implications for the aging individuals and for the society as a whole. What are the possible effects of a longer life expectancy on individuals and the society?2010-3-20More and more machines are being used in human work. To what extent do you think the positive impact of this development outweighs its negative impact on individuals or society?2010-3-27Studies show that children spend more time watching TV now than in the past andthus spend much less time doing active and creative things. Why do you think this is the case? What measures and methods can be employed to tackle this?2010-4-10Some people think that the increasing use of the cheap air travel has brought many benefits; othe rs believe this development has drawbacks on the environment and world’s resources. Discuss on both sides. What is your opinion?2010-4-17Some people think that governments should take actions to change the way individuals live. Others believe individuals should be allowed to choose their own way of life. Discuss on both sides. What is your opinion?2010-4-24Some people suggest that everyone in the world should own a car, a TV and a fridge. To what extent do you think the disadvantages of such a development outweigh its advantages?2010-5-20Some people think that children should obey rules and listen to their parents and teachers; others believe less control on the part of teachers and parents will help children deal with adult life better.Discuss on both sides and give your opinion.2010-5-29Many young people today leave school with a negative attitude towards learning. Why do you think this is happing？What can be done to encourage a positive attitude to learning in young people？2010-6-6Students from rural areas often find it difficult to get access to university education. Some people believe that universities should make give some special treatment for these students to get college education. To what extent do you agree or disagree?2010-6-19An increasing number of people today change their career and place of resdience several times during their lives. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?2010-6-26International travel often make people have some prejudices about the countries they visit rather than making them broad-minded.What are the main causes of this phenomenon? What do you think should be done so that people can get better understanding of the countaries they visit?2010-7-17The movement of people in agricultural areas to cities has become a major trend in recent years. What are some of the problems this has given rise to? Give your suggestions as to how to solve these problems.12over populated lack enough cosuming goods3security problem4most of the land is abandoned.5 lay out the city in a more adaptable wayGive more profit to people staying in agricultural areas2010-7-31University students should pay all the costs of their studies because university education benefits only individuals but not the society as a whole. To what extent do you agree or disagree?12individuals benefit from universities3the society pays the individuals to help develop the communities42010-8-14As major cities grow, there appear more problems. What are some of the problems young people living in these cities are facing with this continued growth? How can we solve these problems?12 more temptation distract young people3 laziness they are in poor physical condition4 much more pressure on young people52010-8-21Many charities or organisations use a particular day, for example, National Children's Day, Non-smoking Day, to publicize their activities. Why do these organisations use these special days? How effective is this?2010-8-28City planners locate schools, offices, hospitals and homes in specific areas which are separated from each other. To what extent do you think the advantages of this outweigh its disadvantages?1 disadvantages > advantages2 stir competition3 increase the cost of living4 jam5 disadvantages > advantages2010-9-4Almost anyone can use a cell phone to answer work calls and home calls at any place 7 days a week. Some people think this development has negative effects on both individuals and society. Do you agree or disagree12 relationship crisis3a waste of time and energy42010-9-11Nowadays live animals are used for the testing of newly developed medicines. Somepeople think this is very cruel and unnecessary. However others believe that it is justified in the interest of human beings. Discuss these two points of view and give your own opinion.12they are passive to be experimented on. Some of them may end up dying.3useful information and less loss/influence4it is necessary but more care should be shown.2010-9-25A recent study shows that children aged between 7 and 11 spend too much time watching television or playing video games. How do you think this problem influence the children, their families and the society? What measures should be taken to solve this problem?12 a waste of time3 pornography and violence from TV and games plays a negative role in educating the children, which gives parents a headache.4 the new generation would be diverted from contributing to the society to satisfying themselves.52010-10-9Many countries have introduced a law that limits the number of hours employers can have their employees work.Why do you think such a law is introduced? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?12 physically, keep in a good shape and work effectively.3 mentally, enrich their lives and better improve work efficiency.4 positive employers and employees benefit.2010-10-14In some countries , it is illegal for employers to reject someone applying for a job for his or her age，what do you think about it？is it positive or negative？12 ability counts not the age3no matter how old an employee is, they are either quick learners or experienced workers that are both valuable to the society.4negative a waste of resource and be negative to the development of a company.2010-10-23Pollution and environmental damages result from a country developing and becoming richer. And these problems can't be avoided.To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?12 more land are abused to meet the standard of developing.3more pollutants are produced in the process of manufacture.4more landscape are flooded with tourists and are damaged to some extent. 5。