Some people think it is better to spend and enjoy their money once they earn it. Others think it is better to save their money and enjoy it in the future. Which stance do you agree with and why? Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

Some people think it is alright to spend money on their wants, such as a new car or the latest gadget. Others think it is better to save their money and only buy what they really need. Which opinion do you agree with and why? Give specific details and examples in your answer.

Some parents do not allow their children to watch TV during school days. Others allow their children to watch TV as long as their schoolwork is finished. Which approach do you agree with and why? Include specific examples and details in your explanation.

Some parents prefer to have their children raised by their grandparents. Others prefer to raise them on their own. Which would you prefer and why? Include specific details and examples to support your choice.

Some parents allow their teenage children to live independently away from home. Other parents do not want their teenage children to live away from them. Which do you think is better and why? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.

Some people believe that watching television is bad for children. Others believe that watching television is educational for children. Which opinion do you agree with and why? Give specific details and examples in your answer.

Some people believe that people behave differently when they wear different clothes, while others do not believe that clothes influence the way people behave. Which opinion do you agree with and why? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.

Some people believe that success comes from hard work. Others believe that success has to do with luck. Which opinion do you agree with and why? Give specific details and examples to support your opinion.

Some people think that the media—television and films—negatively affects people’s behaviour. Others do not think so. How do you think the media affects people’s behaviour? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.

Some people believe that progress is always good. Others believe in preserving tradition. Which do you think is more important and why? Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

Should we plan for the future or stay focused on the present? What is your opinion and why? Provide examples to support your stance.

How do advertisements affect people’s trends and the economy? Give specific reasons and examples to support your answer.

Some people believe that only people who have a lot of money are successful. Others believe that success does not always equate to having a lot of money. Which statement do you agree with and why? Give specific details and examples in your answer.

In some companies, social skills are given priority over qualifications when screening potential employees. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this situation. Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

Countries should restrict foreign companies from opening offices and factories in order to protect local businesses. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons and specific examples to explain your answer.

Young people prefer listening to music rather than listening to the news on the radio. Is this a positive or negative trend? Provide reasons and examples for your opinion.

Some films are designed to make people think, while others are designed to entertain or amuse people. Which type of film do you prefer and why? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.

Give reasons for the popularity of reality TV in recent years. Explain its effects on society and the social significance of this trend.

These days, people pay more attention to famous film stars than to famous scientists. Why is this happening? Explain the trend, giving reasons and examples to support your opinion.

Does too much freedom for today’s children produce positive results? Why or why not? Include specific details and examples to support your answer.

Everything needs to be somewhat challenging in order to be enjoyable. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons and specific examples to explain your answer.

What is the impact of computer games on today’s children? Do they help children’s development or make it worse? Why or why not? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.

Some people spend more, while others spend less, on wedding parties, birthday parties, and other celebrations. Is this a waste of money or a social requirement? Include specific details and examples to support your choice.

In some countries, people place more importance on their retirement years because they have more time to enjoy their lives and have shed most of their responsibilities. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

Some people neglect national holidays and prefer to celebrate personal occasions because people are becoming less appreciative of their country. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

Some parents think that the latest technologies (gadgets, computers, etc.) help their children’s learning and development. Others think that giving children the latest gadgets is a distraction from their studies. Which opinion do you agree with and why? Give specific details and examples in your answer.

Computer games help parents care for their children because they keep children occupied. Do you agree or disagree? To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

Some countries spend large amounts of money hosting international sporting events such as the Olympic Games. Instead, this money should be spent on information campaigns and infrastructure to encourage more ordinary people to participate in sports. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

Do you think that public cultural and educational institutions should charge an admission fee? Discuss your opinion and provide specific reasons and examples to support your answer.

Every generation is different in important ways. How is your generation different from your parents’ generation? Include reasons and details in your explanation.

In some countries, it is normal for older people to live on their own rather than with their children. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend? Give reasons and specific examples to explain your answer.

In some countries, people live with their parents and siblings well into adulthood. Do you think there are more advantages or disadvantages to this behaviour? Discuss your opinion and provide specific reasons and examples to support your answer.

Have you ever lived away from your parents? Describe your living situation and explain its advantages and disadvantages. Include specific details and examples to support your answer.

Some people say that advertisements are harmful because they encourage us to buy things we do not really need. Others say that advertisements are beneficial because they inform us about new products that can improve our lives. Which viewpoint do you agree with and why? Include specific details and examples to support your choice.

Some countries have implemented a national identification system in which all citizens’ information is stored in a central database under state control. Some people believe that this is harmful to society. Do you support or oppose this opinion? Explain your position.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of shopping online? Share your own experience as an example. Give specific details and examples in your answer.

Many modern shopping centres are becoming more popular than local markets and small shops. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this consumer behaviour? Provide specific reasons and examples to support your position.

Some people prefer to live in a traditional house. Others prefer to live in a modern apartment building. Which do you prefer and why? Give specific details and examples in your answer.

In some developing countries, governments spend more money on repairing existing buildings than on constructing new ones. Does this help them save money in the long run? Provide specific reasons and examples to support your position.

Some people believe that it is better for each family to live independently rather than share a house with relatives. Do you agree or disagree? Provide specific reasons and examples to support your position.

Some parents allow their teenage children to live independently away from home. Other parents do not want their teenage children to live far from them. Which do you think is better and why? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.

Advertisements manipulate people’s tastes and influence the way they think. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

What is your opinion on young children having mobile phones? Is it beneficial or not? Why? Include specific details and examples to support your choice.

In the past, people used more formal and lengthy expressions to communicate with one another. Nowadays, we use fewer words and communicate in a more informal manner. Why is this happening? Use examples and specific details to explain your answer.

Compared to the past, more people are now trying to learn a foreign language to increase their chances of getting a better job in their home country or to improve their opportunities to work abroad. To what extent do you agree with this point of view? Give specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

People often equate a good salary with success. However, some believe that money alone does not make a person successful. In your opinion, what makes a person truly successful? Give specific reasons and examples to support your answer.

Money is the best way to motivate people to perform better in the workplace. To what extent do you agree with this statement? Provide specific reasons and examples to support your answer.

Many children participate in social networking sites on the internet instead of taking part in community activities in their neighbourhoods. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this situation? Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

Some people prefer to live in a quiet place, such as the countryside. Others prefer to live in a big city. Which place would you prefer to live in and why? Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

People are becoming less interested in community activities. What is causing this behaviour, and what are its consequences? Provide explanations and examples to support your answer.

Some people believe that children should be required to learn foreign languages at a young age because doing so is beneficial for their personal development. Do you support or oppose this opinion? Explain your position.

Some people believe that children should be required to help with household chores as soon as they are able to. Others believe that children should not be forced to do household chores. Which opinion do you agree with and why? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.

Due to computers and busy lifestyles, people do not spend as much time with others as they used to. Do you think this is a positive or negative development? Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

Some argue that films and television are a waste of time because they do not have a direct connection to people’s lives. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Many children prefer playing interactive games to playing traditional games. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this trend. Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

Nowadays, we live in an increasingly consumer-oriented society. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this situation. Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of shopping online? Share your own experience as an example. Give specific details and examples in your answer.

Violent news stories should not be shown on television or in newspapers because they promote violence. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

Compared to the past, children now spend more time playing virtual simulation games and participating in online social networks than meeting people in person. How has this behaviour affected society? Discuss the reasons for and consequences of this behaviour. Provide specific examples to support your answer.

Should children be rewarded when they behave properly? Should they be punished if they make mistakes? What is your view on this? Give specific reasons and examples to support your answer.

Some people consider major events, such as weddings, birthdays, and overseas travel, to be the most significant moments of their lives. Others consider their everyday lives to be the most significant. Which do you consider more important and why?

Do you think it is necessary to spend a lot of money on birthday celebrations, or is it better to save the money for other purposes? Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

In some countries, people are happy when they retire and remain very active. In other countries, retired people are considered too old to enjoy their lives. Which opinion do you agree with? Provide specific reasons and examples to support your answer.

Some people think that analysing and planning are the best ways to achieve goals, while others believe that a more easy-going approach is better in life. Discuss your opinion and give examples.

Some people believe that young people should be friends with older people rather than fear and simply respect them. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each point of view. Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

Children should start learning foreign languages from an early age. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Use specific reasons and examples to support your position.

Do you think that teenagers should be allowed to develop naturally, or should they be guided toward what their parents believe is best for them? Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of these approaches. Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

These days, even young people can become rich and famous. Do you think this is a positive or negative development? Provide specific reasons and examples to support your answer.

Do you think advertisements are informative? Why or why not? Give specific reasons and examples to support your answer.

Some people believe that there are too many advertisements on the internet, radio, and television, and that even the content of television shows and news articles has become a form of advertising. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Suggest ways to address this issue. Give specific examples to support your answer.

Should buildings in cities be expanded without restrictions, or should their size be limited to a certain extent? Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of such limitations. Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

Young people prefer living in big cities. What are the reasons for this trend, and what are its consequences? Provide specific reasons and examples to support your answer.

In some countries, buildings of historical value are being demolished to make way for modern developments. Do you think it is better to preserve historic buildings or to replace them with modern architecture? Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each approach. Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

In some countries, women are given special leave during their menstrual periods. Some people believe that this is a form of gender discrimination. Do you agree or disagree? Provide specific reasons and examples to support your position.

More people now work overseas. What are the reasons for this trend? Does it have more advantages or disadvantages? Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

Some companies now use the services of freelancers who work remotely from home. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend? Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

Nowadays, many companies use low-paid internships and student labour for their own benefit. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this trend. Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

The internet is the most popular form of media today. Do you think it will replace all other forms of communication and media? Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

Some couples nowadays prefer to focus on building successful careers rather than having children. What are the advantages and disadvantages of choosing a career over starting a family? Give specific reasons and examples to support your answer.

Would you prefer to have children earlier or later in life? How might this choice affect society as a whole? Give reasons and examples to support your answer.

Some people argue that the most effective work schedule is for employees to work for several consecutive days and then take a few days off. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this arrangement? Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

Some people think that it is better to stay in one job, while others believe that changing jobs provides better opportunities to gain knowledge and earn more money. Which view do you agree with and why? Discuss both sides and provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

Many people believe that having a lot of money is the best way to guarantee happiness, while others think that happiness depends on other factors. Compare these two views. Provide specific reasons and examples to support your position.

Not all workers are employed in fields for which they are qualified. Why do you think this happens? Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

Some people believe that in modern society, career success is more important than personal development and values. What do you think is more important? Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

More people now buy products they do not need because they are influenced by advertising. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

Young people believe that they live in a better world than previous generations. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

Some people believe that hard work is the key to success, while others think that education is the most important factor. Which do you agree with? Use specific reasons and examples to support your position.

People are more aware of fashion nowadays, and it has become a huge industry involving extensive advertising and multimillion-dollar payments to models. Discuss whether this is a positive or negative trend. Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

Some people believe that living in a big city is not as good for families as living in a small town. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

In some cities, childcare centres are located near business districts and operate before and after office hours so that parents can drop off their children before work and pick them up on their way home. Is this beneficial for a child’s overall development? Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this situation. Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.