In many societies, there is a growing emphasis on sustainable living and reducing environme nta L

263.
 
The global demand for oil and gas is 
increasing. Some believe that we should therefore 
encourage the exploitation of remote areas. 
Do the advantages 
of this 
outweigh 
the 
disadvantages? 
264.
 
Many today feel that most urgent problems 
can only be solved by international cooperation. 
To what extent do you agree or disagree? 
265.
 
In many countries, fast food is becoming 
cheaper and more widely available. 
Do the disadvantages of this outweigh the 
advantages? 
266.
 
Nations should spend more money on skills 
and vocational training for practical work, rather 
than on university education. 
To what extent do you agree or disagree? 
267.
 
Some people believe that children that 
commit crimes should be punished. Others think 
the parents should be punished instead. 
Discuss both views and give your own opinion. 

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268.
 
Although families have influence on a 
children’s development, factors outside the home 
play a bigger part in their lives nowadays. 
269.
 
Some believe that it is beneficial to show 
foreign films while others feel this can have a 
negative impact on local culture. 
Discuss both views and give your own opinion. 
270.
 
Some scientists believe that in the future 
computers will be more intelligence than human 
beings. While some see this as a positive 
development others worry about the negative 
consequences. 
Discuss both views and give your opinion. 
271.
 
It is better to learn the way people lived in the 
past through films and video records than written 
documents. 
To what extent do you agree or disagree?