The skill of presentation in front of the audience is very important. Some people feel children should learn it at school.

Why do you think public-speaking skill is important? Do you agree that it should be taught at school?

Nowadays it is common for people to get married and have children in their thirties rather than when they are younger.

Do you agree or disagree that this trend will benefit society?

Many young people are leaving their homes in rural areas to study or work in the cities.

What are the reasons? Do the advantages of this development outweigh its disadvantages?

Some people think that public libraries are not necessary whereas others believe that they are essential for people.

To what extent do you agree with this statement?

Some people believe that money is the best gift for teenagers while others disagree.

Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

In the past, lectures were used as a way of teaching large numbers of students, but now with the development of technology for education, many people think there is no justification for attending lectures.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

In some countries, some people are renting accommodation, while others are buying their own homes.

Does renting accommodation have more advantages or more disadvantages than buying a place?

Team sports help school students to learn more than usual games.

What lessons would they learn by playing team sports? How would these lessons be beneficial for students in their future?

Some parents and teachers think that children’s behavior should be strictly controlled. While some think that children should be free to behave.

Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some people say companies should require all employees to wear uniforms at work. Others think it is unnecessary.

Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Today, some young people say that their mobile phones are the most important thing they own.

Do you think that the popularity of mobile phones is a good or bad thing?

Some people believe that elderly employees are more useful to a company, while others believe that young employees are better.

Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Nowadays media should include more good news in their publications.

Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

The world of work is changing rapidly and people cannot depend on the same job or the same conditions of work for life.

Discuss the possible causes of this rapid change and give your suggestions on how people should prepare for work in the future?

Some people believe that educational success depends on good teachers, while others believe that students attitude is important.

Discuss both the view and give your opinion.

Parents, usually mothers, stay at home to look after their family. People believe they should receive a salary from the government for that.

Do you agree or disagree?

Some people say that only educated people should be allowed to vote.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Fossil fuels are the main source of energy in most countries. However, alternative sources of energy have been encouraged to be used by some countries.

To what extent is this a positive or negative development?

Nowadays, international tourism is the biggest industry in the world. Unfortunately, international tourism creates tension rather than understanding between people from different cultures.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

Nowadays many people working from home. Some think it is beneficial to the employee, others think it may distract the family routine.

What is your opinion?

Because of modern technology, it is no longer necessary for people to learn handwriting skills, but others believe that handwriting is still an important skill.

Discuss both views and give your opinion based on your experience.