1. A country becomes more interesting and develops more quickly when its population includes a mixture of nationalities and cultures. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

2. Some people think that good health is a basic human need, so medical service should be run by the government instead of profit-making companies. Do you think the disadvantages of private health care outweigh the advantages?

3. Early technological developments helped ordinary people and changed their lives more than recent developments. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

4. Modern buildings change the appearance of towns and cities. In order to protect the cultural identity, the government should ensure that all the new buildings are built in traditional styles. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

5. Many people believe that scientific research should be carried out and controlled by the government rather than by private companies. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

6. Throughout history, male leaders led us to violence and conflict. If a society is governed by female leaders, it will be more peaceful. Do you agree or disagree?

7. In some countries, many young people are leaving school but are unable to find jobs. What problems can youth unemployment cause for individuals and society? What measures should be taken to reduce the level of youth unemployment?

8. It is suggested that all the students undertake a period of unpaid work, helping people in their community. Does it bring more benefits or drawbacks to the community and the students?

9. The first time when an astronaut arrived on the moon, he said,"That's one small step for a man, one giant leap for mankind." But some people think it only made little impact on our daily life. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

10. Maintaining public libraries is a waste of money because computers and the Internet can replace them. To what extent do you agree or disagree?