Nowadays longer distances are travelled by people to work and study on a daily basis. Some considered it to be a negative development. While others disagree. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Computers and A.I. technology are increasingly being used for online education. Can artificial intelligence enhance the learning experience? Is this a positive or negative development?
Robots and artificial intelligence are being to replace in the workplace. Why is thi happening ? Do you think this will have a positive or negative impact on society ?
“Modern forms of communication such as email and messaging have reduced the amount of time people spend seeing their friends. This has a negative effect on their social lives. To what extent do you agree or disagree?”
Some children spend hours every day on their smartphones. Why is this the cas? Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?
Online education is becoming more popular. Is this a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In some countries, owning a home rather than renting renting one is very important for people. Why might ths be the case? Do you think this is a positive or negative situation?
More people put their personal information online (address, telephone number…) for everyday activities such as socializing on social networks or banking purposes. Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
In some parts of the world people try to find out one's own family history. Why do people do this? Do you think it is a positive or negative?
Nowadays, children spend too much time watching TV and playing computer games. Some people believe this has negative effects on children's mental abilities. To what extent do you agree or disagree？
In some countries, owning a home rather than renting ones is very important for people? Why might this be the case? Do you think this is a postivie or negative situation?
Some children receive almost no encouragement from their parents regarding their performance at school, while other children receive too much pressure from their over enthusiastic parents which can have a negative impact on the child. Why do you think some parents put too much pressure on their children to perform well at school? What do you think the role of a parent should be in their child's education?
In many cities, young people prefer shopping as a form of leisure activity. Why do you think this happens? Is it a positive or negative development?
The popularity of fast food is increasing, especially among younger people. What are the cause for this trend? Is it a positive or negative development?
A lot of people nowadays are spending too much money and they don’t save anything for future use. Is this a positive or a negative development?
In many countries, traditional foods are being replaced by international fast foods. This is having a negative effect on both families, individuals and societies. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
At present the mass media is very influential, and the lives of many people are affected by the news. Why do you think this is happening? Is this a positive or negative development?
Discussion In many countries, more and more men are staying at home to look after their children when women work full-time. What are the reasons? Is it a positive or negative development?
People can use a mobile phones to answer work and home calls at any place or seven days a week. Do you think there are more negative or positive effects on both individuals and society.
Some people think that social networking sites have a huge negative impact on both individuals and society. To whtat extent do you agree or disagree?
In the modern world it is possible to shop, work and communicate with people via the internet and live without any face-to-face contact with others. Is it a positive or negative development in your opinion? To what extent do you support this development?
More and more people nowadays visit well-known places to take photographs of themselves, without looking at the place. Why do you think this happen? Is it a positive or negative trend?
Many supermarkets are selling more and more products that are imported from other countries instead of selling food that is locally sourced. What are the reasons for this? Is thus a positive or negative development?
In their advertising, business nowadays usually emphasis that their products are new in some way. why is this? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
These days, there is too much plastic in our oceans, which negatively affects marine life. What are the reasons for this, and how can this situation be improved?
Nowadays people are influenced by fashion, in particular when choosing their clothes and hairstyle. Is this a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include examples from your own experience.
Counties are becoming more and more similar because people are able to buy the same products anywhere in the world. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
In many countries, people go shopping only for their needs. However, recently it has become a development into a form of entertainment. Why do you think it happens? Is it a positive or negative development?
Some people believe that children should spend all of their fee time with their families. Others believe that this is unnecessary or even negative. Discuss the possible arguments both sides, and say which side you personally support.
Some people believe that professional athletes serve as positive role models for young people, while others argue that their behaviour both on and off the field has a negative influence. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
•In the 30 years the world has seen an increase in immigration. Many people point out the benefits of this, whereas others believe the negatives outweigh the positives. •Discuss both of these viewpoints and give your own opinions.
Today family members do not eat meals together. Why does this happen? Is this a positive or negative development Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In many countries, traditional foods are being replaced by international fast foods. Some people believe this exerts a negative effect on both families and societies. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Some people believe that there will be a reduction in air travel in the future. Do you think that this trand is a positive or negative development.
The topic of renewable energy is widely discussed these days. What are the main reasons behind the increasing use of renewable energy sources, and is this trend a positive or negative development for the environment?
In recent years, many small local shops have closed because customers travel to large shopping centres or mall to do their shopping. Is this a positive or negative development?
Many people they spend large part of their free time using smartphones What do you think are the reasons for this? Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Some people believe that there will be a reduction in air travel fare in the future. Do you think it is positive or negative development?
Nowadays managers and team leaders in different organizations are much younger compared to the past. What are the reasons for this? Is it a positive or negative development?
People are surrounded by all kinds of advertising. Some people believe that advertising has a negative effect on people’s lives. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays some people believe that fashion is very important for youngsters and it has a negative impact on the people and society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some children spend hours every day on their smartphones. Why is this the case? Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?
Topic: Today, fashion is becoming more and more important in choosing clothes. What are the reasons? Do you think the trend is positive or negative
Many people are changing their careers. what are the reasons for changing? and can there be any positive or negative impact by person or by society as whole.
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?
Many people believe that social networking sites ike Facebook have had a negative impact on both individuals and society. To what extent do you agree or disagree. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
In many countries, people are not looking care of their elderly relatives but seeking help of professionals to look after them. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Social media is having a negative impact on people's lives nowadays. To what extent do you agree with this statement? Support your answer with reasons and examples.
In some countries it is illegal to refuse people applying for jobs because of their age. Is it a positive or a negative development, in your opinion?
Unhealthy eating has a negative effect on both individuals and the society in which they live. Some people think that the government should tax unhealthy foods while others believe that a ‘fat tax’ is unfair and unnecessary. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience