2012年1月7日

Some people think that developing countries should invite large foreign companies to set up offices and factories to help economic growth. Others believe that developing countries should keep these large companies out and develop local companies instead. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

2012年1月12日

Some people think that the government should establish free libraries in each town. Others, however, believe that it is a waste of money since the public can use the Internet at home to obtain information. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

2012年2月9日

The spread of multinational companies and globalization produce positive effects on everyone. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

2012年2月18日

Technology makes our life too rich and some people say that we should live a simple life without technology. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

2012年2月25日

Full-time university students spend much of their time on study. Some people think that it is essential for them to take some other activities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

2012年3月8日

Many people fail to achieve a balance between work and other parts of life. What causes the situation? How to overcome this problem?

2012年3月31日

In some cultures old people are more valued, while in other cultures the youth is more valued. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

2012年4月12日

Ambition is an important character for people who want to be successful in life. Is it a positive or negative character?

2012年4月14日

There is a tendency that news reports in the media focus on problems and emergencies rather than positive developments. It is harmful to the individual and to the society. Do you agree or disagree?

2012年5月10日

Today consumers are facing an increasing amount of advertising from competing companies. To what extent do you think consumers are influenced by advertisements? What measures can be taken to protect them?

2012年5月19日

Food has become cheaper and food production has increased thanks to enlarged manufacturing capacity, the use of fertilizers and better machinery. However, some people believe that this will do harm to the health of humans and the local community as a whole. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

2012年5月26日

Some people argue that the government should support the funds for arts, while others suggest that the money should be used for public health and education. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

2012年6月9日

Some people think news has no connection to people's lives, so it is a waste of time to read news in the newspaper and watch news programs in television. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

2012年6月14日

Many people believe that scientific research should be carried out and controlled by the government rather than private companies. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

2012年6月16日

An increasing number of people do not know their neighbors, and there is no longer a sense of community. What do you think are the causes of this situation? Can you suggest some solutions?

2012年6月30日

Some visitors are interested in other countries' cultures and traditions. How they learn other cultures and traditions? Why this is interesting to some visitors but not to others?

2012年7月7日

Advertising encourages consumers to buy in quantity rather than promoting in quality. Do you agree or disagree?

2012年7月12日

It is better for students to live away from home when they are at university than to live with parents. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

2012年7月21日

In most cities and towns, the high volumes of road traffic become a problem. What are the causes of that and what actions could be taken to solve the problem?

2012年7月28日

Many people think that arts (painting and music) do not directly improve people's life, so the government should spend money on other important areas. Do you agree or disagree?

2012年8月4日

In many countries, 24-hour TV programmes are now transmitted throughout day and night. Some people think this is a positive development, but others do not think so. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

2012年8月9日

Mobile phones and the internet play an important part in the way which people relate to one another socially. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

2012年8月11日

A large number of young people cannot find a job when they leave university. What problems will youth unemployment cause for individuals and for society? Give some measures to help reduce unemployment.

2012年8月25日

An increasing number of museums tend to charge admission fees from tourists rather than providing service free of charge. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

2012年9月1日

Many countries spend a huge amount of money on supporting their competitors to take part in some worldwide sports competitions. Others argue that it would be better if these countries can spend money on children to take part in sports. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.

2012年9月6日

Some people believe everyone has the right to get university education. To what extent do you agree government should make it free to all people no matter of their financial background?

2012年9月15日

Money for postgraduate research is limited, so financial support from government should only be used for scientific research, not the less useful research .To what extent do you agree or disagree?

2012年9月22日

In some countries, young people are not only richer but also safer and healthier than ever before. However, they are less happy. What are the main causes of this phenomenon? Give some suggestions to them.

2012年10月11日

Some people think personal happiness is closely related to economic success, while others believe that this depends on other factors. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

2012年10月13日

There is a mixture of people from different cultures and ethnic groups in a country. Why? Is this a positive or negative development?

2012年10月20日

Nowadays it is more convenient and easier for people to travel to other countries. Do you think the positive effects exceed the negative effects?

2012年10月27日

Advertising discourages people from being different individuals by making us all want to do the same and look the same. Do you agree or disagree?

2012年11月3日

Many people are afraid to leave their homes because of their fear of crime. Some believe that more actions should be taken to prevent crime, but others feel that little can be done. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

2012年11月8日

We have three important parts of education reading, writing and mathematics. Some people think every child will benefit from the fourth skill added to the list: computer skills. Do you agree or disagree?

2012年11月17日

In the past, people used to travel abroad to look many differences. Nowadays, places all over the world are more and more similar. What are the causes of the similarity? Do you think the advantages of this problem outweigh the disadvantages?

2012年11月24日

With the increasing use of mobile phones and computers, fewer people are writing letters. Some people think that the traditional skill of writing letters will disappear completely. To what extent do you agree or disagree? How important do you think is letter-writing?

2012年12月1日

More and more companies are allowing employees to work at home. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?

2012年12月6日

People throw things away and buy new ones instead of repairing them and using again. What do you think may be the reasons for this? What problems might this cause in society?

2012年12月18日

In some countries around the world men and women tend to have their children late in life. What are the reasons for this development? What are the effects on society and family life?

2012年12月25日

We live in cities or towns which have museums displaying historical and cultural importance, but people do not visit them. How do you think people do not visit museums in their local areas? What is the importance of museums to society?