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9.26 ,2010 1 23 5 15 ,5 20 5 29 ,6 17 ,6 26 ,7 10 ,10 14 ,12 11 2011 2 26 9 17 ,2011 8 13 6 4 YYB 2012 5 12 5 10 ,5 19 ,5 26 6 9141630 7 7,12,21,28 ,8 9 10 11 12 A 1,2,3,15,27,28 ,YYB 10 ()/15 ( )/20 ()/30 1.Writes an essay considering and assessing arguments for and against the following view: As reading is important for a good education, we should encourage our children to read whatever appeals to them. (education) 2.Food can be produced cheaper if we use improved fertilizers and better machinery. However some of methods may be dangerous for human health, and have negative effects for local communities. What is your opinion? In many countries traditional foods are being replaced by international fast foods. Some people think that there are negative effects on both family and the society. To what extent do you agree or disagree? A balanced diet, or eating balanced meals, is the key to a healthy life. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer. (Health and diet) 3. The development of science and technology benefit our life. However, scientists cannot find effective solutions to the problems they created. To what degree do you agree or disagree with this opinion? (Technology and environment?) The typical teaching situation of a teacher and students will no exist in 2050, to what extent do you agree or disagree? (Technology replaces teachers) 4. Nowadays there are various methods to relieve the pressure in modern life. Some read or exercise, others work in their gardens. What do you think are the best ways of reducing stress? (health, happiness work) There are different types of music in the world today. Why do we need music? Is the traditional music of a country more important than the international music that is heard everywhere nowadays?(modern verse tradition) Sports are very popular in today's society. Some people believe, "Winning is the only thing." Others believe, Its not whether you win or lose, but how you play the game." Is there a way in sports in which both opponents could "win" a

game? "Lose" a game? Detail your thoughts on this issue in an essay of about 250 words. (sport and leisure) 5. Environmental problems are too big for individual countries and individual people to address. We have reached the stage where the only way to protect the environment is at an international level. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? (Environment) Damage to environment is an inevitable consequence of the improvement in the standard of living. To what degree do you agree or disagree to this position? (Environment) 6. In the past people thought that education was only for young people. Now it is believed that education is for a person's whole life. Do you agree? State with you own experience and specific details. (Education for the whole life) 7. Some people think that examinations have some bad effects on both students and teachers. Some people say they do a good job in the evaluation of the students performance. What is your opinion? (Examination) 8. Sending criminals to the prison is not the best method of dealing with them. Education and job training are better ways to help them. Do you agree or disagree? (crime) Some reports have discovered the incidence of violence /crimes commited by young women is increasing. Give possible reasons and and recommendations to the situation. (crime-juvenile delinquency, bad behaving for youth) 9. Many people argue that in order to improve educational quality continuously, students are encouraged to make comments or even criticism on teachers. Others think the respect and discipline in the classroom will disappear. Which opinion do you prefer? (Criticism on teachers) 10. Should governments spend money on art, when they have so many other important issues and concerns? You should use your own ideas of knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence. (important of art) Creative artists should be given freedom to express their ideas (words, pictures, music and films. However some people think government should take some restriction with them. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Give your reasons with own knowledge and give examples.

(important of art; government responsibilities)

11. Recently we are facing increasing number of cars, which poses great threat to the pedestrians and cyclists. Whats more, a lot of parks need to be sacrificed as a result of the construction of railways and superhighways. Do you agree or

disagree? What do you think is the best solution to satisfy residents to their hearts content? (transportation) In most parts of the world, the volume of traffic is growing at an alarming rate. In the form of an assignment, discuss about the main traffic problems in your country, their causes and possible solutions. (transportation) 12. Some people believe that women should play an equal role as men in a countrys police force or military force, such as the army, while others think women are not suitable for these kinds of jobs. Discuss both views and give your opinion. (gender) More and more women go out to work. Is it the governments responsibility to subsidize them and provide free staff and facilities to care for their children? To what extent do you agree or disagree to this idea? (gender; government responsibilities) 13. Some people think that a new language should be invented for people from different countries to use for the international communication. To what extent do you think its advantages far outweigh its disadvantages? (language) In order to learn a language well, we should also learn about the country as well as the cultures and lifestyles of the people who speak it.To what extent do you agree or disagree?(language and ????) Some people think that machine translation is highly developed in todays society. Therefore it is not necessary for children to learn a foreign language. Whats your opinion? (language, globalization and technology) 14. Some people believe that personal happiness is directly related to economic success. Others believe there are other factors. Discuss the two sides and give your opinion. (happiness) 15.People spend more and more time at their work place and dont spend enough time with family and friends. Why is this happening? What consequences can this have for the family life and society? (work) Some people prefer to do the same job in the same place, but others prefer to change jobs frequently. You should use specific reasons to compare the advantages and disadvantages of both sides. (work) 16.More and more employees work at home with modern technology. Some people claim that it benefits only workers, but not employers. To what extent do you agree or disagree? (technology;work) As technology develops, more shopping and business is done through the internet while communication face to face becomes less frequent. Is this a positive or a negative development? (internet?)

 Nowadays, many people are using mobile phones. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this on individuals and society.(mobile) 17. Since cities have changed a lot, the size of the cities has grown enormously. Discuss the causes and consequence of the enormous size of cities. (cities urbanism) 18. It is often said that the subjects taught in schools are too academic in orientation and that it would be more useful for children to learn about practical matters such as home management, work and interpersonal skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree? (education, practical jobs) 19. Some people say the popularity of English and tourism will harm the minorities and minor languages, To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion. /Globalization will inevitablely lead to the loss of a variety of languages and cultures.Give reasons and solutions. (globalization) 20A lot of countries have schools that focus only on the males or females. What are the advantages and disadvantages of unisexual schools?(gender) 21. Some people say that governments should pay for the public health care and education, while others say that it is not the governments responsibility. Please discuss both views and give your own opinion.(government and society; health) 22. Some people believe that air travel should restricted because it cause serious pollution and uses up the worlds fuel resources .To what extent do you agree or disagree?(environment) 23. Wild animals have no place in the 21st century. Some people think that preventing these wild animals from dying out is a waste of resource. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion. (animal rights, pollutions;tourism) 24. Some people think that children of different abilities should be educated together. Other people think that its better to teach the intelligent children separately and with special treatment. What do you think?use your own ideas of knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence. (education-streaming) 25. In many countries, more and more young people are leaving school and unable to find jobs after graduation. What problems do you think youth unemployment will cause to the individual and the society? Give reasons and make some suggestions.(globalization, immigration) Young people are important resources to their country, but governments may ignore some problems faced by young people in running the country. Please show those problems and give your ideal suggestions to solve them.

(government and society?????)

26. Advertising is all around us, it is an unavoidable part of everyone?s life. Some people say that advertising is a positive part of our lives while others say it is negative. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.(advertising) 27.Some people think children should learn to compete, but others think that children should be taught to cooperate. Express some reasons of both views and give your own opinion.(education of competing and

cooperating)
What is your opinion about a success of a team: does it depend on mental attitude of the whole team or on the strongest individuals? (team

work)

28. More and more people using mobile phone and computer to instead of letters. Will letter disappear completely? Agree or disagree? How important of letter writing you think are? (newspaper books verse technology) When a country develops its technology, the traditional skills and ways of life die out. It is pointless to try and keep them alive.To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?(modern verse tradition) 29Some people believe that in order to give opportunities to new generation companies should encourage high level employees who are older than 55 to retire. Do you agree or disagree? Give your reasons and personal experience.( In many countriesthe proportion of older people is steadily increasing.Does this trend make positive or negative effects to society? 30. There is more and more violence in movies and on TV,therefore it is necessary for the govern to control the amount of it to decrease the violent crimes in the society.Do you agree or disagree?The media plays a valuable role in keeping us informed and entertained. However, many people believe it has too much power and freedom. Discuss your views on this, giving examples and presenting a balanced argument both in favor of, and against, the power and freedom of the media.