Week 1

Nowadays environmental problems are too big to be managed by individual persons or

individual countries. In other words, it is an international problem. To what extent do
you agree or disagree?

Week 2

Some people think that politicians have the greatest influence on the
world. Other people, however, believe that scientists have the
greatest influence. Discuss both of views and give your opinion

Week 3

The exploration and development of safe alternatives of fossil fuels should be

the most important global priority today.

To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer

Week 4

Governments should spend more money on education than on recreation and

sports/music.

Do you agree or disagree?

Week 5

Nowadays more and more people have to compete with young people
for the same jobs.

What problems does this cause?

What are some possible solutions?

Week 6

Television has had a significant influence on the culture of many societies. To

what extent would you say that television has positively or negatively affected
the cultural development of your society?
Use your own knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples
and relevant evidence.
You should write at least 250 words.

Week 7

In today's world of advanced science and technology, we still greatly value our
artists such as musicians, painters and writers. What can arts tell us about life
that science and technology cannot?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge
or experience.

Week 8

Wild animals have no use in the 21st century and trying to preserve animals
now is just waste of money.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

Week 9

Some people think that parents should teach their children how to be healthy
and have a balanced diet. Others, however, believe that school is the best place
to learn this.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Week 10

The mass media, including television, radio and newspapers, have great
influence in shaping people's ideas.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Give reasons and relevant examples to support your answer.

You should write at least 250 words.