Despite better access to education, many adults today still can not read or write. In what ways are they disadvantaged? What can governments do to help them?
Blood sports have become a hot topic for debate in recent years. As society develops it is increasingly seen as an uncivilized activity and cruel to the helpless animals that are killed. Blood sports should be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some countries are considering imposing curfews in which teenagers will not be allowed outdoors at night unless they are accompanied by an adult. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this policy?
Some believe that younger family members should be legally responsible for supporting older family members when they become physically, mentally and financially unable to look after themselves. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Smoking is a major cause of serious illness and death throughout the world today. In the interest of the public health, governments should ban cigarettes and other tobacco products. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In many countries, children are becoming overweight and unhealthy. Some people think that the government has the responsibility to change the situation. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people claim that the government should provide free health care. Others think that the government will not provide the most innovative methods of treatment and its better to invest those funds in education and culture. What is your opinion?
Some people think that only the government can make significant changes in society, while others think that individuals can have a lot of influence. What is your opinion?