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Rapid technological change has shaped the world we live in today. Far from having a positive influence, living in the high-tech world dependent on computers and mobile devices has distracted us from what is really important in life. How far do you agree or disagree with this statement?

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In the future, we will have more and more leisure time as machines will replace many of the tasks we do at home and work now. Discuss the benefits this will bring and also the problem it will cause.

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Some people consider computers to be more of a hindrance than a help. Others believe that they have greatly increased human potential. How could computers be considered a hindrance or a potential for the human?

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Communication through text messaging and other instant forms of online communication is short and basic. Some people think this will be the death of grammar and spelling. How far do you agree or disagree with this view?

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In many countries, paying for things using mobile phone (cellphone) apps is becoming increasingly common. Does this development have more advantages or disadvantages?

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Advances in technology and automation have reduced the need for manual labour. Therefore working hours in offices and factories should be reduced. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

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People can prepare various types of foods easily and in less time nowadays. What contributed to this improvement and has this development changed the way we live?

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Many people join distance-learning programmes (study materials, posts, TV, Internet) and study at home, but some people think that it cannot bring the same benefit as attending colleges or universities does. How far do you agree or disagree?

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