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It is neither possible nor useful for a country to provide university places for a high proportion of young people. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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There has been a difference of opinions regarding the accessibility of tertiary education to the majority of young people. In my view, dispensing university educational services on such a large scale brings about no practical values to society, and in addition, is rather unfeasible to carry out.
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Some people say that the government should pay the costs of running universities so that a university education will be free for anyone who wants it. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

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Education·Government·Public spending

All education (primary, secondary and further education) should be free to all people and paid and managed by the government. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

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Education·Higher education·Work

While many people go to university for academic study, more people should be encouraged to do vocational training because there is a lack of qualified workers such as electricians and plumbers. Do you agree or disagree?

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Some people say that the education system is the only critical factor in the development of a country. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

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Education·Healthcare·Government

Heathcare and education are two important aspects of a nation and its population. Therefore, some people suggest that education and healthcare be free of charge and funded by the government. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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Education and health care should be funded by the government and free for everyone. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

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It is neither possible nor useful for a country to provide university places for a high proportion of young people. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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Some people say that the government should pay the costs of running universities so that a university education will be free for anyone who wants it. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

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