2005年1月8

We can get knowledge from news, but some people think we can't trust the journalist. What do you think? What qualities should a journalist have?

2005年1月15

There is an argument about whether students should study in groups or on their own. Compare the benefits of each study method.  Which one do you think is more effective?

2005年1月22

Statistics suggest that nowadays an increasing number of crimes are committed by the young people. What are its causes and how can we solve this problem?

2005年2月5

Food can be produced much more cheaply, because of improved fertilizers and better machinery. However, some methods may be dangerous for human health, and have negative effects on local communities. To what extent do you think its disadvantages outweigh its advantages?

2005年2月19

Leisure is a growing industry. Nowadays, more modern technology is used in entertainment, which may lead people to be less creative. Do you agree or disagree?

2005年2月26

Now people possibly perform. everyday tasks such as banking, shopping and business transaction without meeting each other face-to-face.  What are its possible effects on both the individual and the society?

2005年3月5

Some academic subjects are useful for children's future careers, while some subjects such as music and sports are not useful. What’s your opinion?

2005年3月12

It is generally believed that education is vital for the development of individuals and the well-being of society. How can education fulfill both these functions?

2005年3月19

Some people think that traditional culture can be destroyed by using it as money-making attractions to tourists. However, others believe that it is the only way to save traditions. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

2005年4月2

Pressure on the school and university students is increasing and students are pushed to work hard when they are young. Do you think it is a positive or negative development?

2005年4月9

In order to improve the quality of education, high school students should be encouraged to evaluate and criticize their teachers, but some people think it will result in loss of respect and discipline in classroom. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

2005年4月16

Do the positive effects of advertising outweigh the negative effects?

2005年5月14

Some school leavers go to travel or work for a period of time instead of going directly to university. What are disadvantages and advantages for their studies?

2005年5月21

Many people are optimistic about the 21st century and see it as an opportunity to make positive changes to the world. To what extent do you agree or disagree with their optimism? What changes would you like to be made in the new century?

2005年5月28

Some people think that universities should provide graduates with knowledge and skills needed in the workplace, while others argue that the main function of universities is to teach students theoretical knowledge. What’s your opinion?

2005年6月11

The government is responsible for protecting a nation’s cultural identity. Thus, some people believe new buildings should be built in traditional styles. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

2005年7月17

Many employees work at home using modern technology today. Some people think only workers benefit from it, not employers. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

2005年7月23

Some people think the Media should not report details of crimes to the public. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

2005年8月6

Many people say that we have developed into a “throw-away” culture, because we are filling up our environment with so many plastic bags and rubbish that we cannot fully dispose of. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion and what measures can be taken to reduce this problem?

 2005年8月13

Many scientists believe that now we can study the behavior. of a three-year-old child to see whether they will grow up to be criminals. To what extent do you think the human nature produces crime? And how can we prevent children from growing up to be criminals?

 2005年8月20

Some people suggest when people move to a new country, they should accept the new culture as their own. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

2005 9月3

Children who are brought up in families which have not amount of money are better prepared to deal with the problem of adult life than children who are brought up by wealthy parents. Do you agree or disagree？

2005年9月10

The only way to improve the safety in the roads is to give much stricter punishment for driving offences. Agree or Disagree?

2005年9月17

Some people say it is cruel to carry out experiments on wild animals, while others argue that it is beneficial to the scientific development. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

2005年10月15

Some children in rural places cannot have good schools and medical facilities. To improve this situation, some people suggest that new teachers and doctors should be sent to rural places for several years. Others, however, believe every one has the free right to choose where to work. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

2005 10 22

The speeding up of life in many areas such as travel and communication has negative effects on society at all levels-individual, national and global. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

2005 10 29

Some people say that the increasing business and cultural contact between countries is a positive development, while others think that many countries will lose their national identities. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

2005 11 12

Recently, global trade increases between different countries and some dairy goods are exported to other countries. To what extent do you think its advantages outweigh its disadvantages?

2005 11 19

Advertising encourages consumers to buy in quantity rather than in quality. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

2005 11 26

Some people think the public libraries only provide books, and they needn't waste limited resources and spaces on providing Hi-tech, e.g. computer software, audio DVDS. To what extent do you agree or disagree of this opinion?

2005 12 10

Scientific research should be carried out or controlled by government rather than private companies. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

2005年12月17

Some people think it is more important to pay attention to the building's purpose than its appearance. Do you agree or disagree?

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