1 Food can be produced much more cheaply, because of improved fertilizers and better machinery. However, some methods may be dangerous for human health, and have negative effects on local communities. To what extent do you think its disadvantages outweigh its advantages?

　　2 Some people think that traditional culture can be destroyed by using it as money-making attractions to tourists. However, others believe that it is the only way to save traditions. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

　　3 Some people think that universities should provide graduates with knowledge and skills needed in the workplace, while others argue that the main function of universities is to teach students theoretical knowledge. Whats your opinion?

　　4 Some people think the Media should not report details of crimes to the public. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

　　5 Some people say it is cruel to carry out experiments on wild animals, while others argue that it is beneficial to the scientific development. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

　　6 Some people think the public libraries only provide books, and they neednt waste limited resources and spaces on providing Hi-tech, e.g. computer software, audio DVDS. To what extent do you agree or disagree of this opinion?

　　7 Schools offer a wide range of courses such as physical education, music, economics, philosophy, math, English，geography, physics and history. Among all these subjects, which one do you think is the most important and which one is the least important?

　　8 Some people argue that the fittest and strongest individuals and teams can achieve the greatest success in sports. But other people think the success is much related to the mental attitude. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

　　9 Some people think the main benefit of international cooperation is in protection of the environment, while others think that the main benefit is in the world business. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

　　10 International travel is becoming cheaper than before, so more and more countries open their doors to tourists. Do the advantages of the increased tourism outweigh the disadvantages?

　　1 Food can be produced much more cheaply, because of improved fertilizers and better machinery. However, some methods may be dangerous for human health, and have negative effects on local communities. To what extent do you think its disadvantages outweigh its advantages?

　　2 Some people think that traditional culture can be destroyed by using it as money-making attractions to tourists. However, others believe that it is the only way to save traditions. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

　　3 Some people think that universities should provide graduates with knowledge and skills needed in the workplace, while others argue that the main function of universities is to teach students theoretical knowledge. Whats your opinion?

　　4 Some people think the Media should not report details of crimes to the public. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

　　5 Some people say it is cruel to carry out experiments on wild animals, while others argue that it is beneficial to the scientific development. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

　　6 Some people think the public libraries only provide books, and they neednt waste limited resources and spaces on providing Hi-tech, e.g. computer software, audio DVDS. To what extent do you agree or disagree of this opinion?

　　7 Schools offer a wide range of courses such as physical education, music, economics, philosophy, math, English，geography, physics and history. Among all these subjects, which one do you think is the most important and which one is the least important?

　　8 Some people argue that the fittest and strongest individuals and teams can achieve the greatest success in sports. But other people think the success is much related to the mental attitude. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

　　9 Some people think the main benefit of international cooperation is in protection of the environment, while others think that the main benefit is in the world business. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

　　10 International travel is becoming cheaper than before, so more and more countries open their doors to tourists. Do the advantages of the increased tourism outweigh the disadvantages?