1. Some people say that children should obey the rules of their parents and

　　teachers, while other people think children will not be well-prepared for their

　　adult life if they are given too much control. Discuss in both sides and give your

　　opinion.

　　2. A long-distance flight consumes the same amount of fuel and causes the

　　same amount of pollution as a car does in several years. Some people think

　　that to reduce environmental problems, we should discourage non-essential

　　flights, such as tourist air travel, instead of limiting the use of cars. To what

　　extent do you agree or disagree?

　　3. Some findings have revealed that cities around the world are growing large.

　　Could you outline the possible causes and predict consequences?

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　　4. The private motor vehicle has greatly improved individual freedom of

　　movement. Moreover, the automobile has become a status symbol. Yet the

　　use of private motor vehicles has contributed to some of today's most serious

　　problems. How can the use of private motor vehicles be reduced?

　　5. Some people think that vertical city is the best, where people live and work

　　in tall buildings. Others think that “horizontal” city is better, where there are few

　　tall buildings. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

　　6. Some people think the main reason for success is hard work and

　　determination. While other people think factors like money and personal

　　appearance are also important. Discuss both views and give your own

　　opinions.

　　7. The science tells us that some activities are good for us and some are

　　harmful to us, despite knowing that, millions of people all over the world

　　continue with unhealthy activities. What is your understanding of this? What do

　　you think could be done to address this?

　　8. Every year several languages die out. This is not important because life will

　　be easier if there are fewer languages in the world. To what extent do you

　　agree or disagree?

　　9. Some people believe that if a police force carries a gun, it will encourage a

　　higher level of violence in the whole society. To what extent do you agree or

　　disagree?