254. In some places, young people find it diffic ult
to communicate with older people.
Why is this?
What are the solutions?
255. Many people think technological devices
such as smart phones, tablets and mobile phones
bring more disadvantages than advantages.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
256. Many researchers believe that we can now
study the behaviour of children to see if they will
grow up to be criminals, while others disagree.
To what extent do you think crime is determined
by genetics?
Is it possible to stop children from growing up to
be criminals?
257. It is better for children if the whole family
including aunts, uncles and so on are involved in a
child’s upbringing, rather than just their parents.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
258. The government should lower the budget on
the arts in order to allocate more money to
education.
To what extent do you agree?
259. Some people think governments should care
more about elderly while others think they should
focus on investing in education for younger
people.
Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
260. Governments
in
many
countries
have
recently introduced special taxes on foods and
beverages with high levels of sugar. Some think
these taxes are a good idea while others disagree.
Discuss both views and give you own opinion.
261. The manufacturing and use of cars damages
the environment but their popularity is increasing.
Why is this?
How could this be controlled?
262. In many countries, people throw away a lot of
food from restaurants and shops.
Why do you think people waste food in this way?
What can be done to reduce the amount of food
thrown away?
