The media focuses on problems and emergencies
A tendency that the news reported in the media focuses on problems and emergencies rather than positive developments is harmful to both the individual and the society. Do you agree or disagree?
A tendency that the news reported in the media focuses on problems and emergencies rather than positive developments is harmful to both the individual and the society. Do you agree or disagree?
News media is important in our society. Why is it so important? Do you think its influence is generally positive or negative?
International travel make people prejudiced more than broad-minded. Why? How to improve the understanding of countries they visit?
It is possible for scientists and tourists to travel to remote natural environments, such as South Pole. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
The proportion of elderly people in some societies is increasing rapidly. Do you think the negative effect of such trend outweigh the positive effect?
It is expected that there will be a higher proportion of old people than young people in the future in some countries. Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
Machines have replaced physical work in many industries. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people believe that playing computers is bad for children in many ways. Others, however, believe that playing computers can have positive influences on children in their development. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that the increasing use of computers and mobile phones for communication has had a negative effect on young people’s reading and writing skills. To what extent do you agree or agree?
Space travel has been possible for some time and some people think the space tourism could be developed in the future. To what extent do you agree and disagree?