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1. Some people believe that when you travel to other places, you experience new things and learn from them.
Other people argue that most people who go on holiday to other country just lie on the beach and don't
experience the local culture at all.
2. Some people believe that virtual travelling is better than the real thing.

3. Paper books will soon disappear as it is easier and cheaper to sell an e-version of a book. Do you agree?
4. Some people think that computers will replace teachers in the future. Others believe that a teacher has
always been and will remain one of the key elements of good education.
5. Social networks can replace real-life communication.
6. Technology is an important part of our lives. We use different devices at work and at home. However, some
people believe we rely too much on machines, and that the more technology improves, the lazier and weaker
humans will become
7. The internet is without any doubt one of the most important inventions in history. But is it really as good as
it seems to be?
8. . Some people think that we should explore space and visit other planets. Other people say that space
exploration is a waste of time and money.
9. Space exploration is the greatest achievement of the twentieth century.

10. Climate change is inevitable, it is not something we should panic about

11. Many people argue that ordinary people can do a lot to help the environment, including recycling materials
and preventing waste. However, this depends on towns providing facilities for recycling and educating
people on the need to help the environment, which some people think is too expensive.
12. Some people think that cars should be banned from the centres of big cities.
13. Not all people enjoy a 9-to-5 working day in an office. What can you say for and against working from
home?
14. Should teenagers work part-time to earn money? Would you like to work part-time?
15. People shouldn’t be allowed to work from home because it’s less productive than being in the office.

16. Some people think that one should learn a foreign languages mainly to build a good professional career;
others think believe that it is much more needed for general education and social development.
17. . Lots of people want to have only one language on our planet. However, scientists think that having only
one language is a disaster
18. Nowadays pupils in some schools learn two or even three foreign languages. Would you like to learn several
languages?
19. It is impossible to learn a foreign language without visiting the country where it is spoken
20. Some teenagers would like to have a highly paid job; others believe that their job should be interesting and
bring satisfaction. What is the most important thing for you in your future occupation?
21. Some people believe that English should be the only foreign language taught at school. Others think that
German, French and Spanish should continue.

22. Children should rely on their parents' advice when choosing a career.
23. Lots of young people choose to continue their education after leaving school. However, a number of school-
leavers would rather find a job and start working.
24. Some people think that it is possible to get good university education only abroad. Do you agree
25. Online education is a growing industry, but is it a blessing or a curse? What do you think about distance
learning?
26. Students who take gap years are more successful in their university studies

27. Some people think that pupils should be involved in decisions about their school and should have a say in
how things are run. Others argue that pupils are too young to take part in such important decisions
28. Some people think that pupils should learn practical skills that will help them in later life, such as cooking or
car mechanics. Others argue that pupils are at school to learn traditional academic subjects and that those
who want to can learn other skills in their own free time.
29. Many students go on school trips. Some people say they are interesting and educational. Other people say
they are a waste of time and children should learn in the classroom.
30. Some people say that children should follow the professional path of their parents. Do you agree with that?

31. Lots ot teens believe that it's important to look nice. However, adults often think that young people pay too
much attention to their appearance and fashion.
32. Some people believe that teenagers today are lazy, rude and badly behaved. Other people, however, think
that teenagers have a bad reputation for no reason.
33. Many teenagers enjoy being in a collective and are united in different subcultures. Some youngsters,
however, think that subcultures are for nothing.
34. Some young people believe that while at school they should concentrate on studying; others think that
working part-time has many advantages.

35. Many people enjoy watching television. However, some people believe it can be harmful.
Some people say that we should control what we eat and how much sugar we consume. Others claim that
the government should do more to prevent obesity as a global problem. State your opinion.

36. Many doctors recommend vaccination as a crucial way to protect our health against fatal diseases.
However, there is an opinion that vaccines may be harmful for human organism. What do you think people
should do?
37. Genetically modified food is generally avoided nowadays. However, there is no convincing evidence that it
harms our bodies. Would you consider consuming GM food?
38. Team sports help people develop a stronger character than individual sports do.
39. Fast food is very popular and saves time for busy working people. However, many experts say that it is not
completely healthy.
40. Nowadays more and more people become vegetarians. Others say they can't do without meat or fish.

41. Some people think that in the nearest future the majority of people will live in cities and towns, not in the
countryside.
42. People living in the country are healthier than city dwellers.
43. Some people say that it is impossible to feel lonely in a big city. However, others believe that quite a lot of
citizens suffer from loneliness.
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45. Some people think that national holidays are just additional days off. Others believe we should pay more
attention to the meaning of the events that these holidays commemorate.
46. Christmas, New Year and Easter are only about making money. It is the same with all religious and national
celebrations. We are encouraged simply to spend on wasteful cards and unwanted gifts
47. The best holidays and festivals are those with specific traditions for celebrating.

48. A real friend is somebody who is always there for you in any circumstances. Do you agree with this
statement?
49. It is better to be an only child in the family.
50. Friendship is the greatest gift of life

51. Some people think that in the future traditional shops will disappear and all shopping will be on line with
home delivery
52. Some people enjoy buying different things, while others say that our lives would be better if we bought
fewer goods.
53. Some people think that excessive shopping is a hobby and the way to spend your free time. Others say that
shopaholism is a disease with its specific symptoms.

54. In Western countries, people spend a lot of money on their pets. They buy special food and toys for their
cats and dogs and often pay high fees for medical treatment. Some people think this is a waste of money,
and argue that pets are dirty and dangerous.
55. Some people keep exotic animals as pets nowadays. Others say that it is difficult and dangerous to take
care of unusual pets.
56. Many people enjoy visiting zoos. Others believe that animals should not be taken from their natural
surroundings and put into zoos.

57. A lot of young people think that music serves only for dancing. However, others say that the aim of music
is not just to entertain us.
58. Some people think that graffiti is an art form, while others think that it is vandalism.
59. Some people say that the theatre is likely to disappear, while others believe that it will continue attracting
large audiences.
60. Some people prefer buying pirate CDs and DVDs. However, others say that piracy must be banned.
61. Some people say that ambitiousness is a wonderful quality, while others believe that it is not so good to be
ambitious.
62. A lot of people would like to become famous actors, singers or musicians. Others say that publicity can be
a terrible thing.