The internet, when used as a source of information, has more drawbacks than advantages. To what extent do you agree with this statement?

In many countries, governments and individuals spend too much money on national celebrations. Do you agree or disagree?

The charts below show the changes in ownership of electrical appliances and the amount of time spent doing housework in households in one country between 1920 and 2019.

Money spent on space exploration is a complete waste. Governments should spend this money on other things to benefit the nation. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some believe secondary students should learn international news as a subject at school, while others think it is a waste of time. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Some people argue that the government should spend money on public services and facilities, but not on the arts. Do you agree or disagree?

Some people argue that the government should spend money only on medical care and education, but not on theatres or sports stadiums. Do you agree or disagree?

When we meet someone for the first time, we generally decide very quickly what kind of person we think they are and if we like them or not. Is this a good thing or a bad thing?

People nowadays send text messages more frequently than they talk on the phone. What are the reasons for this trend? Do the advantages of texting outweigh the disadvantages?

People nowadays send text messages more frequently than they talk on the phone. What are the reasons for this trend? Do the advantages of texting outweigh the disadvantages?