405. Some think that one of the best ways to solve
environmental problems is to increase the cost of
fuel for cars and other vehicles.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
406. Some people think that the best way of
combatting environmental problems is increasing
the cost of fuel for cars and similar vehicles.
Do you agree or disagree?
407. Many think that studying in a group is better
than self-study. Others think that it is better to
study by yourself.
Discuss both views and give your opinion.
408. Many shops today stay open later than in the
past and this has an effect on shoppers and the
community.
Is this a positive or negative development?
409. Some people think that individuals should be
responsible for planning for their retirement while
others feel that it is the responsibility of
governments to help them.
Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
410. Many museums and historical sites are not
visited by local people.
What are the causes of this and what can be done
about it?
411. Many say manufactures and supermarkets are
responsible for reducing the amount of packaging
of products they sell and others say it is the
consumer’s responsibility to stop buying products
with too much packaging.
Discuss both views.
412. In many countries, people can buy a wider
range of household goods, such as microwaves,
ovens and rice cookers than ever before.
Is this a positive or negative change?
413. Many people claim that parents should place
restrictions on the hours children spend watching
TV and playing videogames and encourage them
to spend more time reading books .
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
