1. Large shopping malls are replacing small local shops in cities and towns.

In your own
experience, is it a positive development?

2. With the increase of digital media available online, the role of the library has become obsolete.
Universities should only procure digital media rather than constantly updating textbooks.
Discuss both the advantages and disadvantages of this position and give your own points of
view.

3. Online resources and modern technological innovations should replace textbooks. Agree or
disagree, talk about it with your experience.

4. Cashless society is becoming a reality. More and more people are using credit cards for
payment, and less people use cash. How realistic do you think it is and what do you see in its
potential benefits or problems?

5. The advanced medical technology will expand human's life. Do you think it is a blessing or a
curse?

6. Some people argue that experience is the best teacher. Life experience can teach more
effectively than books or formal school education. How far do you agree with this idea?
Support your opinion with reasons and/or your personal experience.

7. Should parents be held legally responsible for the actions of their children? Do you agree with
this opinion? Support your position with your own study, experience or observations.

8. Some universities deduct students' work if assignment is given late. What is your opinion and
suggest some alternative actions?

9. In order to study effectively, it requires comfort, peace and time. So it is impossible to

combine learning and employment at the same time. Do you think this is realistic in our life
today? To what extent do you agree with this statement? Support your opinion with examples.

10. The time people devote in job leaves very little time for personal life. How widespread is the
problem? What problems will this shortage of time cause?

11. Nowadays, it is increasingly more difficult to maintain the right balance between work and
other aspects of one's life, such as leisure time with family members. How important do you
think is this balance? Why do people find it hard to achieve?

12. Some people indicate that certain kind of music can promote learning for young children,
while many researches showed that results are mixed. What is your opinion? Use your own
experience and observation.

13. The world's governments and organizations are facing a lot of issues. Which do you think is
the most pressing problem for the inhabitants on our planet and give the solution?

14. How do you think that the design of building has impacts, either positively or negatively, on
where people live and work?

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