Society would benefit from a ban on all forms of advertising because it serves no useful purpose, and
can even be damaging. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Some people say history is one of the most important school subjects. Other people argue that, in
today’s world, subjects like Science and Technology are more important than history. Discuss both these
views and give your own opinion.
Many people think that libraries are essential for society. Others, however, disagree and say that it is
more practical to access information on computers. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Most people today communicate using mobile phones and computers, and this has affected their need to
meet face-to-face. Do the advantages of this development outweigh its disadvantages?
In some countries, schools teach foreign languages to primary school children. Do the advantages of
teaching foreign languages to young learners outweigh the disadvantages?
Nowadays, eating habits of people around the world are changing, causing them many health problems,
including obesity. Why do people tend to eat so poorly? What can be done to improve their eating habits?
Nowadays more and more tasks at home and at work are being performed by robots. Why do you think this is
happening? Is it a negative or positive development?
Music and other arts seem to be features of every society. In what ways are music and other arts
important for societies and for individuals?
In the future, nobody will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everything
they want online without paying. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
In spite of the advances made in agriculture, many people around the world still go hungry. Why is this
the case? What can be done about this problem?