In their advertising, businesses nowadays usually emphasise that their products are new in some way. Why is this? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?

Some young people spend a year traveling or working before they start university. Some people believe that the disadvantages of this decision outweigh its benefits. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Modern technology has made it possible for people to view exhibitions at home, so museums and art galleries will disappear soon. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

The ownership of cars should be restricted to one per family in order to reduce traffic congestion and pollution. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Most writers of fiction do not earn enough money from their writing. Do you think the government should give them financial assistance to help encourage good literature?

Children can learn effectively by watching television. Therefore, they should be encouraged to watch television regularly at home and school. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

A "cashless society" is one where people use debit/credit cards and other forms of payment instead of cash. Do the advantages of a cashless society outweigh the disadvantages?

To what extent do you think the problem of people spending too much time on work rather than their personal life is widespread, leading to a shortage of personal time? What problems does this cause?

To what extent do you think the problem of people spending too much time on work rather than their personal life is widespread, leading to a shortage of personal time? What problems does this cause?

New forms of money are becoming extremely popular nowadays. Is this a positive development or does it add risk to the system? Should new money technology face greater regulation and scrutiny?