In recent years, many small local shops have closed because customers travel to large shopping centres or malls to do their shopping. Is this a positive or negative development?

Some people believe that governments should focus on improving public transportation systems, while others think that building more roads is a better solution to traffic problems. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some people like to own the place where they live, while others prefer to rent. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some people think that the best way to reduce crime is to give longer prison sentences. Others, however, believe there are better alternative ways of reducing crime. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Many rare animals are being poached. What are the reasons for this, and what solutions can be implemented to address the problem?

Some people feel that it is always wrong to keep animals in captivity, for instance, in zoos. Other people say that there are benefits for the animals and humans. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

The global demand for oil and gas is increasing. Some people believe that we should therefore encourage the exploration of remote areas. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?

Some people think that zoos are cruel and should be closed down. Others, however, believe that zoos can be useful in protecting wild animals. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

More and more people are relying on private cars as their major means of transportation. Describe some of the problems that over-reliance on cars can cause, and suggest at least one possible solution. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. You should write at least 250 words.

Some people think that countries should limit the amount of food that they import and mainly eat products from their own country. To what extent do you agree or disagree?