第一部分: 人与自然类 l Many animal species in the world become extinct. Some people say countries and individuals should protect these animals from dying out, while others say we should concentrate more on problems of human beings. Discuss both views and give your opinion. 科技影响类 l Today, the advanced science and technology have made great changes to our life, but artists are still highly valued. What can arts tell us about life that science and technology cannot? 文化教育类 l In schools and universities, some girls tend to choose arts subjects, while boys prefer science subjects. What causes this trend? Is it positive or negative? l Some people believe that a country can benefit a lot from university education, while others believe that sending a large percentage of young students to university is the way leading to unemployment. Discuss both and give your own opinion. l In some countries some school leavers are choosing to work or travel for a period of time between finishing high school and attending university. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages and give your own opinion. l Memorization of information by frequent repetition plays a role in most education systems. Does usefulness of this method of learning outweigh its limitations? |