Some countries have introduced laws to limit working hours for employees. Why are these laws introduced? Do you think they are a positive or negative development?
In many countries, people are now living longer than ever before. Some people say an aging population creates problems for governments. Other people think there are benefits if society has more elderly people. To what extent do the advantages of having an aging population outweigh the disadvantages?
Individuals should not be allowed to carry guns as it increases crime and violence in society. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the above statement?
Nowadays environmental problems are too big to be managed by individual persons or individual countries. In other words, it is an international problem. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many people believe that scientific research should be carried out and controlled by the governments rather than private companies. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Nowadays, we are producing more and more rubbish. why do you think this is happening? what can the governments do to help reduce the amount of rubbish produced?
Some people want governments to spend money on other planets to look for life. Others believe that it is a waste of public money when there are many unsolved problems on Earth. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
It is impossible to help all people around the world in need, so governments should focus on people from their own country. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that only governments can make significant changes in society, while others think that individuals can have a lot of influence. What is your opinion?