1 In modern society, fashion has been becoming more popular in people's daily lives. What are the causes of this phenomenon? Do you think it is a positive development or a negative development?

2 Some people support the development in agriculture such as factory farming and creations of new types of fruits and vegetables while others oppose this view. What is your view?

3 Teachers have more influence than parents on students' intellectual and social development. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

4 The exterior of buildings is more important than their functions. Do you agree or disagree?

5 Some teachers think it is effective for students to study in groups while others think it is better for students to study alone. Which do you think is more effective?

6 Environmental problems are so big today that they cannot be solved by individual countries or individual people. We have reached the stage that environmental problems must be solved for international effort. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

7  The news media should not report details of crimes to the public. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

8  Many people think cheap air travel should be encouraged because it gives ordinary people the freedom to travel more.  However, others think cheap air travel leads to environmental problems. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

9  Many people are afraid to leave their homes because of crime. Some believe that more action should be taken to prevent crime while others feel little can be done to stop crime. What is your opinion？

10 Governments should not invest in national defense. They should put the money in helping the poor instead. To what extent do you agree or disagree?