21.Traffic and housing problems in major cities could be solved by moving large companies and factories and their employers to the countryside. To what extent do you agree or disagree? 或Recently we are facing increasing number of cars, which poses great threat to the pedestrians and cyclists. Whats more, a lot of parks need to be sacrificed as a result of the construction of railways and superhighways. Do you agree or disagree? What do you think is the best solution to satisfy residents to their hearts content?或In most parts of the world, the volume of traffic is growing at an alarming rate. In the form of an assignment, discuss about the main traffic problems in your country, their causes and possible solutions.
22.In some countries young people ar encouraged to work or travel for a year between finishing high school and starting university studies. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for young people who decide to do this.或 Financial education should be mandatory component of the school program. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?或It is often said that the subjects taught in schools are too academic in orientation and that it would be more useful for children to learn about practical matters such as home management, work and interpersonal skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
23. In some countries,TV programmes are transmitted throughout the day and night. Some people think that 24-hour TV transmission is a positive development, while others it is negative.What is your opinion? 或 Nowadays, many people are using mobile phones. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this on individuals and society. 或More and more people are using mobile phone and computer instead of letters. Will letter disappear completely? Agree or disagree? How important of letter writing you think are?
24.Environmental problems are too big for individual countries and individual people to address. We have reached the stage where the only way to protect the environment is at an international level. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?或 Damage to environment is an inevitable consequence of the improvement in the standard of living. To what degree do you agree or disagree to this position?
25.In some countries, the proportion of elderly people will become higher than the proportion of younger people. Will this be a positive or a negative development?或Some people believe that in order to give opportunities to new generation companies should encourage high level employees who are older than 55 to retire. Do you agree or disagree? Give your reasons and personal experience.或As for elderly, living in caring house is better than living at home with young children. Present your argument to illustrate whether you agree or disagree.
26.Some reports have discovered the incidence of violence /crimes commited by young women is increasing.Give possible reasons and and recommendations to the situation. 或Sending criminals to the prison is not the best method of dealing with them. Education and job training are better ways to help them. Do you agree or disagree?
27. Some people say that people should have different amount of holiday according to their jobs. To what extent do you agree or disagree to this opinion?或Nowadays there are various methods to relieve the pressure in modern life. Some read or exercise, others work in their gardens. What do you think are the best ways of reducing stress? 或There are different types of music in the world today. Why do we need music? Is the traditional music of a country more important than the international music that is heard everywhere nowadays? 或Writes an essay considering and assessing arguments for and against the following view: As reading is important for a good education, we should encourage our children to read whatever appeals to them.
28.Some people think that children of different abilities should be educated together. Other people think that its better to teach the intelligent children separately and with special treatment. What do you think?use your own ideas of knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.或In the past people thought that education was only for young people. Now it is believed that education is for a persons whole life. Do you agree? State with you own experience and specific details. 或A lot of countries have schools that focus only on the males or females. What are the advantages and disadvantages of unisexual schools?
29.Some people think teachers have a greater influence than parents in the development of a childs intelligence and social skills. Do you agree or disagree?或Many people argue that in order to improve educational quality continuously, students are encouraged to make comments or even criticism on teachers. Others think the respect and discipline in the classroom will disappear. Which opinion do you prefer?或Some people think that examinations have some bad effects on both students and teachers. Some people say they do a good job in the evaluation of the students performance. What is your opinion?
30. City dwellers seldom socialize with their neighbors today and the sense of community has been lost. Why has this happened and how to solve this problem?或some people think job satisfaction is more important than job security.But others believe that people cannot always enjoy their jobs and having a permanent job is more important. Discuss both views and give your opinion.或People spend more and more time at their work place and dont spend enough time with family and friends. Why is this happening? What consequences can this have for the family life and society? 或Some people prefer to do the same job in the same place, but others prefer to change jobs frequently. You should use specific reasons to compare the advantages and disadvantages of both sides.
31.Some people say the popularity of English and tourism will harm the minorities and minor languages, To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion.或When visiting foreign countries some people think that it is advantageous to learn their cultures and traditions. How do you think people can learn other cultures and traditions? Why do you think that some people are interested in learning those traditions and cultures while others are not? 或Even though globalization affects the worlds economies in a very positive way, its negative side should not be forgotten.Discuss.
32.Nowadays there are various methods to relieve the pressure in modern life. Some read or exercise, others work in their gardens. What do you think are the best ways of reducing stress? 或 Since cities have changed a lot, the size of the cities has grown enormously. Discuss the causes and consequence of the enormous size of cities. 或A balanced diet, or eating balanced meals, is the key to a healthy life. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer.