It is generally agreed that society benefits from the work of its members. Compare the contributions of artists with the contributions of scientists to society. Which type of contribution do you think is valued more by society? Give specific reasons to support your answer and mention relevant examples to support your answer.
Government funding should be used to support sports and the arts in school rather than professional sports and arts for the general public. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Government needs to spend money to encourage the development of sport and art for school students, rather than to support professional sports and art events. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people say that watching live performances (shows, concerts) online—whether on TV or via computer—is more popular these days than attending them in person. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that the government should spend more money putting in more works of art like paintings and statues in cities to make them better places to live in. To what extent do you agree or disagree?