Many parents put pressure on their children to get high grades in school. Give the reasons for this and choose whether this is a positive or negative action.
Computers and A.I technology being used for online education.Can artificiall intelligence enhance learning experience? Is this a positive or negative development?
Some people think that only staff who worked in a company for a long time should be promoted to highter position. To wat exent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
organized tours to remote communities and other countris are increasingly popular. is it a positive or negative development for local people and environment
“Countries 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?”
People used to live in the same city throughout their lives, but now they change where they live several times. What is the cause? Do you think it is a positive or negative trend?
Some people shay that advertising has positive economic effects, others think is has negative social effects because it will make people feel dissatisfied with who they are and what they have. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In some countries, owning a home rather than renting one is very important for people. Why might this be the case? Do you think this is a positive or negative situaltion?
Nowadays people are living longer, and some believe that this can contribute to people’s development. What are the causes of this change? Is it a positive or negative phenomenon?
Many parents today employ private tutors to reach their children after school hours. Do you think tthis is a positive or negative development?
More and more people today expect to get what they want instantly(e.g. goods, services, news), without having to wait. Why is this? Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Some people think that giving aids to the poor countries has more negative impacts than positive ones. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
So e people think that it is a good thing for senior positions to have much higher salaries than other workers in a company. Do you agree or disagree?
More and more people today expect to get what they want instantly (goods, services, news), without having wait. Why is this? Do you think expectation is a positive or negative development?
It is expected that in the future old people are going to outnumber young people in many countries. Do you feel this is a positive or negative development ?
Competitiveness is a positive quality for people in most societies. How does competitiveness affect individuals? Is it a positive or negative trend?
Today a lot of different cultures and ethnic groups live together in one country. Why is this so and do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Some experts are concerned that people in modern society change their electronic devices when not necessary. Why is this phenomenon occurring? Explain if this has a positive or negative effect on society.
Fossil fuels, such as coal, oil, natural gas, are used in many countries. But in some countries, the use of alternative sources of energy, including wind and solar power, are encouraged. Is this trend a positive or a negative development?
Most people nowadays like to have cosmetic surgery to improve their appearance. Do you think it is a positive or negative trend ?
Nowadays parents put too much pressure on their children to succeed. What is the reason for doing this? Enhance future lifestyle is this a negative or positive development?
some people think young people are not suitable for important positions in the government , while other people think it is a good idea for young people to take on these positions. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
some people believe that isa good idea to express their points of views and ideas through social media while , other belive opposite . Who do you support or why ?
Around the world, rural people are moving to cities and urban areas, so the population in the countryside population are decreasing. Is this a positive or negative development?
Some countries achieve International sporting success by building speciallsed facilities that are used only to train top athletes, Instead of providing sports faciuties that everyone can use.
Do you think this Is a positive or negative devolopment?
Fossil fuels, such as coal, oil and natural gas, are the main source for many countries. However, some nations are using alternatie energy such as solar power and wind power. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
6. International tourism has led to an huge increase in the number of visitors to many historical sites around the world. To what extent is this a positive or negative phenomenon?
Position of women in the society is downgrading. Do you agree or disagree.
In many countries nowadays, consumers can go to a supermarket and buy food produced all over the world. Do you think this is a positive or negative developement?
Q- Some universities now offer their courses on the Internet so that people can study online. Is this a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
People spend more and more time browsing social networks. Is it a positive or negative development? Should anything be done to restrict children’s access to social networks? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Many people say that globalisation and the growing number of multinational companies have a negative effect on the environment. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Use specific reasons and examples to support your position.
A company has announced that it wishes to build a large factory near your locality. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this new influence on your community. Do you support or oppose the factory establishment? Explain your position.
More people put their personal information online (address, telephone number,…) for everyday activities such as socializing on social networks or banking purpose. Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
nowadays the way many people inteeract with each other has changed because of technology.in what ways has technology affected the types of realtionships people made?has this become a positive or negative development?
in their advertising bsinesses nowadays ususally emphasise that their products are new in some way. whay is this ? do you think it is a positife or negative development?
Nowadays, there is a trend that reports of media focus on problems and emergencies rather than positive development. Some people think it is harmful to individuals and to society. To what extent do you agree or disagree? (duc)
Nowadays, a growing number of people with health problerms are trying alternative medicines and treatments instead of visiting their usual doctor. Do you think this is a positive ora negative development?
It has become easier and more affordable for people to visit other countries. Is it a positive or negative development?
Nowadays, a growing number of people;e with health problems are trying alternative medicines and treatment instead of vising their usual doctor. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
The increase in people's life expectancy means that they have to work till older age to pay for their retirement. One alternative is that people start to work at a younger age. Is this alternative a positive or a negative development?
Many people believe that modern music can have a negative impact on the young. Others believe the effect of modern music is positive. Discuss both these views and give your opinion. #217
In some countries, online shopping is gradually replacing in-store shopping. Some people say that this is a positive trend, while others argue that it is leading to negative impacts. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Countries are becoming similar because people are able to buy the same product anywhere in the world. Do you think this is a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answers and include relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience/
Most high level positions in companies are filled by men even though the work force in many developed countries is more than 50 percent female. Companies must allocate a certain percentage of these positions to women. To what extent do you agree or disagree
You work for the Angus Hotel Group. There is a new position opening in your department. Write to your manager and apply for the job. In the letter,
-Describe who you are and current role
-Explain why you would like to apply for the new position
-Suggest how the manager can assist with your application
Due the advancement in computer technology the trend of working from home will bring a dramatic change to people’s lives. Is it a positive or negative development? Give your opinion and examples.
The tv and the internet provide opportunity to ordinary people to become famous.Is this a positive or a negative development?
oung people spend less of their free time with their family nowadays.What are the reasons for this?Are there more negative or positive sides to this trend?
In some cultures today, older people are enjoying their retirement from work by spending their money on themselves (e.g. on holidays) rather than saving the money for their children. Is this a positive or negative development?