Mobile phones at school

 

Nowadays _____________________(1)__________________________. While I believe that ____________________(2)___________________________, I am strongly opposed to _________________(3)______________________________.

Firstly, ___________________(4)____________________________. Therefore, ___________________(5)____________________________.

Furthermore, ____________________(6)___________________________. For example, ____________________(7)___________________________.

On the other hand, ____________________(8)___________________________. Moreover, ____________________(9)___________________________.

In conclusion, ________________(10)_______________________________. However,  _____________________(11)__________________________.

1)    all phones should certainly be turned off during lessons

2)    I feel that students should be allowed to take mobile phones to school for use in an emergency

3)    if a parent has to work late, the student has to be told if arrangements have been made for a relative or neighbour to look after them

4)    it is important for them to have a mobile phone in case they need help or have an accident on the way to school or home

5)    many students travel to and from school without their parents

6)    more and more students bring their mobile phones to school

7)    nothing is more disruptive during a lesson than the sound of a mobile phone ringing or playing an annoying tune

8)    parents who work may need to contact their children

9)    students who send and receive text messages in class are not paying attention to the lesson

10) that students should carry mobile phones in case of an emergency

11) to phones being used at school, particularly in the classroom.

 

 

Mobile phones at school

 

Nowadays more and more students bring their mobile phones to school. While I believe that students should carry mobile phones in case of an emergency, I am strongly opposed to phones being used at school, particularly in the classroom.

Firstly, many students travel to and from school without their parents. Therefore, it is important for them to have a mobile phone in case they need help or have an accident on the way to school or home.

Furthermore, parents who work may need to contact their children. For example, if a parent has to work late, the student has to be told if arrangements have been made for a relative or neighbour to look after them.

On the other hand, nothing is more disruptive during a lesson than the sound of a mobile phone ringing or playing an annoying tune. Moreover, students who send and receive text messages in class are not paying attention to the lesson.

In conclusion, I feel that students should be allowed to take mobile phones to school for use in an emergency. However, all phones should certainly be turned off during lessons.

 

So that

Complete each sentence with so that and a clause 

1. I’ll wear my coat …………………

2. 2. We took a map with us …………..

3. We started to work early ……………………

4. I’m saving money ………………………..

5. I gave you the money ………………………..

6. We’ll take a camera with us……………………….

7. I didn’t make any noise……………………..

8. We took some food with us…………………………..

we could finish early

we wouldn’t be hungry on the trip

nobody would hear me

we can take some photographs while we are there

I won’t be cold

I can afford to go on holiday next July

We wouldn’t get lost on the journey

You could get a taxi home

Key

1. I’ll wear my coat so that I won’t be cold

2. 2. We took a map with us so that we wouldn’t get lost on the journey

3. We started to work early so that we could finish early

4. I’m saving money so that I can afford to go on holiday next July

5. I gave you the money so that you could get a taxi home

6. We’ll take a camera with us so that we can take some photographs while we are there

7. I didn’t make any noise so that nobody would hear me

8. We took some food with us so that we wouldn’t be hungry on the trip

Writing a Letter

Complete the spaces with the sentences below

Dear Jane,

Thank you for your last letter ____________________ (1) . I am happy that you have decided to start learning French like me. If you want, we can go on holiday together next summer to France and then _______________________ (2) . When I come to visit you in London in the spring, we can talk together in French if you want.

Yesterday, I returned from my short holiday camping in Scotland. I went with Melissa, my friend that you met ____________________________(3) . Do you remember her? We stayed in her tent in a campsite near Edinburgh but the weather was terrible for _________________(4) we were there. It rained every day and everything was so wet and ________________(5) . But while I was there I saw a lot of interesting places and we visited a lot of castles __________ (6) . One day, we hired a boat and went out onto a lake which was near the campsite. It rained all day _____________________(7) decided to go for a swim in the lake and that was wonderful.

I am starting my new job tomorrow in the library near my house. __________________(8) and he helped me to find a job for every Saturday morning. I work from nine o'clock in the morning until one o'clock in the afternoon. It is very useful for me __________________ (9) in a library when I finish university. How is your job at the supermarket? Please tell me what you are _____________________(10) .

I am going to do my French homework now!

Au revoir

Kate

The sentences

1. and other historical places
2. we can practice our French together
3. the whole four days
4. doing this month
5. but me and Melissa
6. which I received last Saturday
7. we were so cold
8. My uncle works there
9. the last time you were here
10. because I want to work


Key: 1-6 , 2-2, 3-9, 4-3, 5-7, 6-1, 7-5, 8-8, 9-10, 10-4

Should High School Students Wear Uniforms?

There are differing opinions on whether uniforms school be required in high schools. It' important to consider the pros and cons specific to teenagers when making up your mind about this controversial question.

                                                          High School Uniform Pros

High schools require students to wear uniforms for many good reasons. Here are some of the advantages.

1.-_______________________________________________________________ 

       Wearing uniforms can be a great way for high schoolers to show pride for their institutions. Schools often want their students to proudly wear attire with the school's symbol embroidered somewhere on the outfit.

2.- _______________________________________________________________

         Some secondary schools want to choose what teenagers wear so they can ensure no one wears something indecent that would potentially harm the school's reputation.

3.- ______________________________________________________________

        Teenagers who wear uniforms don't face ridicule from other students when they are unable to wear the latest styles. The elimination of this type of bullying can preserve self-esteem and keep the focus on education.

4.- _______________________________________________________________

      A September 1999 article from “Psychology Today” reported that after a Long Beach, California school adopted uniforms their crime rate dropped by 91 percent, school suspensions dropped by 90 percent, sex offenses decreased by 96 percent and vandalism incidences declined by 69 percent.

                                                      High School Uniform Cons

The use of uniforms in high schools can help students and school officials in many ways, but it's not without it's downfalls.

5.- _______________________________________________________________

        Adolescence is a time of self-discovery and expression. This expression is common through what teenagers wear. Requiring a uniform deprives adolescents of the ability to express themselves through clothing, which could result in expressing themselves in other inappropriate ways.

6.- ______________________________________________________________

        Adolescents struggle to break away from parents and other authority figures to find their own identity. In the process, they often reject restraints put on them, including uniforms. Teenagers may resist the uniform by refusing to wear it, changing it, or engaging in risky or deviant behavior.

7.- _______________________________________________________________

      Uniforms can be expensive, and they are usually not worn outside of school. Parents may also have to endure the added expense of buying trendy teen clothing for functions outside of school.

8.- _______________________________________________________________

        While some uniform advocates may say that they promote better learning environments, critics argue that some are uncomfortable, which may distract students.

9.- _______________________________________________________________

          Some critics warn that uniforms may inhibit successful transition to adulthood. Since teenagers are told what to wear each day, they haven't learned which types of clothing are considered appropriate or inappropriate in certain settings.

Another consideration is that since teenagers had to wear uniforms for years, they may not be as willing to dress as professional when they don't have to anymore, which could become a problem with some jobs.

10.- _______________________________________________________________

          The great uniform debate continues and there doesn't seem to be a satisfactory conclusion for both teens and school officials. Many teens find that uniforms are boring and wish they could wear something much more their style. School officials want uniforms so teens can forget what they are wearing and how they look so they can pay attention to the real reason why they are in school. Answer the question of whether uniforms should be required in secondary schools involves determining what you believe are the true influences of them on teenagers and their education.

By Marcelina Hardy, MSEd, BCCBoard Certified Coach

1.- Write the appropriate headline to each paragraph

a.- Promotes Rebellious Behavior

b.- Decreases School Violence

c.- Displays School Pride

d.- Emphasizes Education

e.- Affects Transition to Adulthood

f.- Costs More Money

g.- Preserves School Integrity

h.- Suppresses Individuality

j.- Uncomfortable and Distracting

i.- The Great Uniform Debate

2.- Find words or expressions in the text with similar meaning.

Pros

1.- cause 2.- clothes 3.- hurt 4.- most recent 5.- protect 6.- narrate 7.- decrease 

Cons

1.- usual 2.- fight 3.- limit 4.- cost 5.- fashionable 6.- claim 7.- divert attention 

KEY

1.- Write the appropriate headline to each paragraph

a.- 6.- Promotes Rebellious Behavior b.- 4.- Decreases School Violence c.- 1.- Displays School Pride d.- 3.- Emphasizes Education e.- 9.- Affects Transition to Adulthood f.- 7.- Costs More Money g.- 2.- Preserves School Integrity h.- 5.- Suppresses Individuality j.- 8.- Uncomfortable and Distracting i.- 10.- The Great Uniform Debate 

2.- Find words or expressions in the text with similar meaning.

Pros

1.- reason 2.- attire / outfit 3.- harm 4.- latest 5.- preserve 6.- report 7.- decline 

Cons

1.- common 2.- struggle 3.- restrain 4.- expense 5.- trendy 6.- argue 7.- distract 

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Question 5: Essay Writing

Lesson Procedure

1. Students brainstorm as many words as possible related to the topic of exercise: for example: nouns, verbs, adjectives, expressions. Teacher feedback to board.

2. In pairs students think of the advantages and disdavantages of doing exercises. Feedback to whole class.

3. Students read the essay and compare their list of advantages and disadvantages with the essay.

4. Students highlight the useful functional language and linkers in the essay.

5. Students write an essay about a similar topic.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of doing exercise? (120-150 words)

With so much in the news about the importance of exercise in our lives, it is a relevant topic for people of all ages. However, doing regular exercise has both advantages and disadvantages, which I will discuss in this essay.

Firstly, doing exercise clearly improves your physical well-being. Not only does it It help you to lose weight, it aso helps you to keep fit and reduces the risk of several serious illness, such as diabetes and heart disease. In addition, it relaxes you, often burning adrenalineand allowing you to get a better night’s sleep. Another point to add is that regular exercise makes you look better; it tones your muscles and increases your muscle mass. It is also thought to provide a good option to a healthy social life, particularly for teenagers, who spend time and dedication practising team sports, such as hockey and basketball, instead of just hanging out in city centres.

Nevertheless, exercising also has some drawbacks. The most important ones are that it takes up time, young people may spend from 6 -10 hours a week training and taking part in matches. It can also be costly, as you need to pay for classes, expensive equipment ad transport to and from training and matches. Another disadvantage is that young people, in particular, may suffer serious injuries while exercising, which interfere with their daily lives.

To sum up, I would say that exercising clearly has many advantages and is definitely worth doing, because of the health benefits it has. However, it is important to choose what type of exercise you do, so that it does not take up too much of your free time.

from Mary Finbow

KEY

What are the advantages and disadvantages of doing exercise?

With so much in the news about the importance of exercise, it is a topic of importance to people of all ages. However, doing regular exercise has both advantages and disadvantages, which I will discuss in this essay.

Firstly, doing exercise clearly improves your physical well-being. Not only does it It help you to lose weight, it also helps you to keep fit and reduces the risk of several serious illness, such as diabetes and heart disease. In addition, it relaxes you, often burning adrenaline and allowing you to get a better night’s sleep. Another point to add is that regular exercise makes you look better; it tones your muscles and increases your muscle mass. It is also thought to provide a good option to a healthy social life, particularly for teenagers, who spend time and dedication practising team sports, like hockey and basketball, instead of just hanging out in city centres.

Nevertheless, exercising also has some drawbacks. The most important ones are that it takes up time, young people may spend from 6 -10 hours a week training and taking part in matches. It can also be costly, as you need to pay for classes, expensive equipment ad transport to and from training and matches. Another disadvantage is that young people, in particular, may suffer serious injuries while exercising, which interfere with their daily lives.

To sum up, I would say that exercising clearly has many advantages and is definitely worth doing, because of the health benefits it has. However, it is important to choose what type of exercise you do, so that it does not take up too much of your free time.

A for and against essay

Check your writing: gap fill

useful phrases

Fill the gaps in the essay with the correct word or phrase from the box.

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__________________________ that the subject of keeping animals in zoos creates a lot of debate. Some people say zoos are traditional family entertainment and good for animals. Others say keeping animals in zoos is cruel and inhumane.

2__________________________ zoos isthat they give people the chance to see and learn about animals. This makes people more likely to want to look after animals and protect their natural habitats. Another3__________________________ zoos is that they help to protect endangered species by offering them a safe place to live.

4

__________________________,zoos help to find mates for endangered species. For example, many pandas would not find a mate to breed with if they were on their own in the wild.

5__________________________,there are many arguments against keeping animals in zoos. Firstly, zoo animals often suffer from stress and boredom when they are not in their natural habitat. Secondly, unwanted animals are sometimes sold to circuses, hunting parks or for meat.

6__________________________ that animals sometimes escape from their enclosures, which is dangerous for humans.

7__________________________,there are strong arguments for and against keeping animals in zoos.8__________________________,I think it is acceptable to keep animals in zoos, aslong as they have enough space and are properly looked after.

KEY

1.There is no doubt

2.One advantage of

3.positive aspect of

4. In addition

5.On the other hand

6.Another drawback is

7. To conclude

8. Personally

Linkers in an essay

Complete the gaps in this essay by means of the linkers provided. There is more than one possibility in some gaps.

Another reason / As a consequence / As a result / as a result / as a result / Because / caused by / Consequently / even / For all these reasons / However / however / In contrast / in order to / On the other hand / Otherwise / result(s) in / so much...that / so...that / The main cause / therefore

            Two 12-year-old girls are standing outside a mini-mart. They are wearing matching tube tops and short skirts like Britney Spears clones. One holds a cigarette, like an adult, where everyone can see her.   She looks around to make sure other girls are noticing her.  When asked why she dresses the way she does, she says that she likes it. 1___________ ,  it seems that the reason for her behavior is more complex.   More specifically, it has more to do with her ambiguous role as a pre-teen in society.  A young girl's wanna-be look is 2____________ personal insecurity and peer pressure.

            3____________ for mimicking teen-idols is personal insecurity.   Pre-teens are in between child and adult stages. They are no longer children and, 4____________ , the ways they behaved in the past are no longer appropriate. 5____________,  they are not yet adults; 6____________, they do not know the ways of the adult world. This conflict can 7____________ feelings of insecurity. 8____________, when they were younger, they could whine and cry to get attention from their parents and other children. 9____________, that kind of behavior would be "uncool" around their teenage peers. Often 10___________ , the preteen does not know how to act his or her age. 11____________ preteens do no know what to do, they often turn to copy-cat behavior as a way to fit in and be more secure.

            A second cause is that preteens feel they need to be popular 12____________ be more secure within their own age group. 13____________, they turn toward models of popularity - teen idols - and start dressing like them. Unfortunately, many of their idols dress and behave in ways that are not age-appropriate. Teens need better role models than Hollywood currently has to offer.  14____________, they interpret "dressing up" as wearing provocative, sexy clothing, rather than clothing that makes them look good and feel comfortable and secure. 15____________ of their need to be popular, young girls start dressing and acting as if they were much older than they really are.

            16____________ for young girls mimicking teen idols is peer pressure. They often see the adults closest to them, their parents and teachers, as "uncool", 17____________ as enemies. 18____________, they turn to peers who pressure each other to look, act, and dress exactly alike. This peer group can exert 19____________ pressure ____________ often preteens do things as a group that they would not normally do. One of these things is spending ridiculous amounts of money on idol clothing-lines.  That's right!  Young Hollywood celebrities are making money off  their twelve-year old "peers" who give in to peer pressure.  The peer pressure here is 20____________ great ____________ most normal girls will succumb. 21____________, we can see that personal insecurity, desire to be popular and peer pressure can cause a young girl to look like a little "tart" standing outside of a mini-mart.

KEY

1 However / 2 caused by  3 The main cause / 4 as a result / 5 On the other hand / 6 therefore / 7 result in /

8 In contrast / 9 However / 10 as a result / 11 Because 12 in order to / 13 Consequently / 14 Otherwise / 15 As a result/consequence 16 Another reason / 17 even / 18 As a consequence/result / 19 so much...that / 20 so...that / 21 For all these reasons

Writing

To help you write your PAU essays, advantages and disadvantages, opinion or preferences, we have designed different tables for you to complete and generate ideas.

We have also made a list of the question that we have on the blog.

Essay questions used on Blog

Discussing a theme

Animals

Advantages and disadvantages of having a dog at home?

Why are so many animals in danger?

Behaviour/life choices

Would you like to “volunteer” for anything? Give reasons.

How and why do people try to be “different”?

“Good manners cost nothing”. Do you agree with this saying?

Do you think manners are disappearing nowadays? Why? Why not?

What can you do to escape from reality?

What will you do to make next year the best year ever?

Not everyone shows their feelings in the same way. Do you agree?

Would you date with someone you’ve met in the chat?

Some lies are not bad. Do you agree?

There are times when lying is acceptable. Do you agree?

Having a regular daily routine is important for success.” What do you think?

You can always learn from experiences.

How can a baby boom affect society in the future?

Is it good to always follow the rules?

What kinds of social problems does alcohol cause in your country?

Celebrities have the right to keep their personal life private. Do you agree?

What do you think it is like to be a celebrity? Write about the advantages and disadvantages of being famous.

People’s privacy is unprotected nowadays.

Everybody procrastinates. Do you agree? 

How important do you think it is to make a good first impression?

Do you think young people have good/bad manners? Give reasons

Nationalities, Celebrations and traditions

How important do you think it is to celebrate important occasions in our lives?

“Valentine’s Day tradition was created by the big department stores to make a profit”. Do you agree?

Christmas incite people to buy items they do not really need.

Do you celebrate any historical dates? 

How important do you think it is for people to maintain their cultural traditions? Give reasons.

‘Traditions are important and should be preserved?  Do you agree?  

“We should keep our cultural and artistic heritage”. Do you agree?

Do you think the way other countries see Spanish people is correct? What do you think about stereotypes?

Education

What do you think of the idea of swapping textbooks for tablets?

‘Not everything that we have to study at school is useful.’ Do you agree?

Our universities and schools do not teach the things we need to know.’ Do you agree?

What is the best way to learn about history?

Sport records or education. What do you think is more important?

Do you think all children should learn the history of art?

Do you think it is important to study science at school? Why or why not?

How important is it to take into account pupils' special needs and how can this be done?

Are children nowadays doing too many extra curricular activities?

“Exams are the best way to test someone’s knowledge.”  Discuss.

“in order to be successful in life, you have to go to university”.  Do you agree?

Nowadays, we can learn in very different ways to the ways our parents did.

Environment

People nowadays are recycling more than before. Do you agree?

Do people follow the rules for recycling rubbish?

What do you think about climate change? How can you help?

Do you think it is a good idea to build replicas to protect the originals?

“Everyone can help to save our planet”. Do you agree?

What do you think about climate change? How can you help?

Do you think cars should be banned from city centres? Explain your answer.

“We could not live without plants”. Discuss

Should people take better care of the environment?

Experience

Do you remember your dreams? Write about a strange dream that you have had.

Family and relationships

What do you think will be the best way to balance your professional life with your family life?

What do you think about love relationships between classmates?

Teenagers are some of the happiest people in the world. Do you agree?

How important is it for children to help with the house work? Why/why not?

What differences can you see between men and women?

Do you think large families have more advantages or disadvantages?

Fashion

Write 130 words about fashion and models.

“Everyone should have the right to dress the way they want.” Do you agree?

Will fashion change much in the future? What will people be wearing in 2050?

How important is fashion for you?

What influence has the fashion industry had in your country?

'Beauty is only skin deep' What is your opinion of this famous saying.

Would life be different without jeans?

Do you think we are too worried about fashion?

Appearance is very important in our society.

Appearance is more important than comfort.

Food

Do you think it is essential to eat all sorts of food to be healthy?

Eating at home or eating out. What do you prefer?

What do you do to look after your diet? Discuss.

How do you think it is best to reduce child obesity?
“Many people say that the food we eat nowadays is nothing like the food our grandparents ate”. Do you agree?

Health

Spas are becoming increasingly popular. Give reasons.

Nowadays, many people say that we do not look after our bodies properly. Do you agree?

What do you think of the smoking ban introduced in Spain?

Governments put warnings on products like tobacco and alcohol. Do these warnings work? Should there be warnings on other things too?

So many different people tell us what to eat and what not to eat. Should we listen to their advice?

Modern lifestyle is making people abandon healthy habits. Do you agree?

“A good night's sleep helps us to keep active.” Do you agree? Why? Why not?

Drinking habits in your country

Smoking should be considered an illegal drug. Do you agree?

‘There is no excuse these days for not being fit and healthy.’  Do you agree?

Alternative medicines (homeopathy, kinesiology, naturopathy ...) use different ways of diagnosing and treating patients.  What are the arguments for and against alternative medicines?

What healthy habits do you have?

What are the key factors for wellbeing?

We often forget that sleeping is necessary for our well-being. Do you agree?

Language

How much has English got into your language?

How can the Internet be a helpful tool when learning a foreign language?

Leisure

What kind of films do you like? Why?

What do you prefer - a good book or a good movie?

Benefits of board games

Watching a film at home or going to the cinema. What do you prefer and why?

A good film should reflect real life.  Do you agree?

“A noisy disco is the perfect place to have fun”. Do you agree with this statement?

Media

Are we easily influenced by advertising?

Why do people take so many photographs everywhere?

How do you prefer to communicate and why?

How important is looking at, reading about, or listening to news to you?

Money

What do you think about the role of charities in today’s society? Do you think they are necessary? Discuss.

 “Money gives no happiness”. Do you agree with this statement?

People try to make money easily out of insurance companies. Do you agree?

Do you keep the things you do not need? Have  you ever thought of selling them?

Music

How many different ways are there to keep your music? What’s your favourite?

How do you choose the music you listen to?

How important do you think music is?

“Music is just one of many things which help us to celebrate.” What do you think?

“Music is a very important part of our lives and it can be used in lots of different ways.”  Do you agree?

What kinds of music do teenagers like?

Do you think music can reflect the society of the moment? Give examples that justify your answer.

“Music plays an important part in TV advertising”.  Do you agree?

In your opinion, what makes a good album?

                                                                                                      

Reading

Why reading is important.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of taking part in a book club?

“It is a good idea to make pupils read novels at secondary school” do you agree with this statement? 

Do you think the Internet will make physical books disappear?

What do you think about e-readers? Do you prefer printed books?

Science

Thanks to scientific discoveries, we are able to discover many things about the past.

Shopping

Where do you like to do your shopping? Give reasons.

‘Nowadays, it is possible to buy absolutely anything’. Do you agree?

“You can buy anything 24/7”.

Advantages and disadvantages of using credit cards.        

Shopping online or going to the shops. What do you prefer and why?

Price is a synonym of high quality. Do you agree?

Advantages and disadvantages of buying online.

What’s the worst shopping experience you’ve had?

Sports

“Although it is easy to do sport nowadays, fewer people than ever are getting regular exercise”. Do you agree?

'What is your opinion of dangerous sports and why do some people enjoy doing them?

Technology

‘Nowadays, the internet makes it possible for everyone to be famous’. Do you agree? Is it always a good thing?

“Nowadays people could not live without internet”. Do you agree with this statement? 

Are online games educational? Is it easy to get addicted to games?

What do you think about social networks like Facebook, Twitter?

Social networks are becoming a problem for some youngsters. Do you agree?

Does the Internet make everybody’s life easier?

Advantages and disadvantages of the Internet

“The internet is not always a good thing. It is also dangerous.” Do you agree?

How can the Internet help handicapped people?

Many people say that the internet is the most important invention ever. Do you agree?

What do you think of the idea of swapping textbooks for tablets?

What are the advantages and disadvantages of modern technology in education?

Will digital information take the place of the traditional way of being informed?

“Technology does not always help us in our daily life” Do you agree?

Advantages and disadvantages of downloading music, films,... from the Internet.

Advantages and disadvantages of having a smartphone.

How has technology changed our lives? or

How do you think technology will change our lives?

Travel

Have you ever visited any historic buildings? Write about your experience.

Nowadays, there are so many ways of finding out about places we would like to travel to. Which do you use?

What is your favourite way of travelling and why?

Travelling helps us understand the world.

We cannot live without cars. They are an essential part of our lives.

What type of museums / monuments / attractions do you like visiting when you go on holidays?

Why are low cost holidays so popular nowadays?

Would you spend your holidays on a safari? What would your idyllic holidays be like?

What kind of accommodation do you prefer when you travel? Give reasons

In your opinion, what are the possible advantages and drawbacks of cycling in capital cities like London?

Does a car always give you independence?

Would you travel to New York if you had the opportunity to? Why? Why not?

“Travelling around the world has become so much easier”. Do you agree?

Which cities would you like to visit around the world?

Trends

“In today’s world, it is impossible to concentrate.”  Do you agree?

‘Nowadays people are in danger of becoming isolated individuals’. Do you agree?

How can a baby boom affect society in the future?

Life in the past was better. Do you agree?

Weather

Do you like winter? Why?

I would/ wouldn’t like to live in a place with good weather, like the Canary islands.

Work

 “Work is not just about the salary” What do you think?

‘If you want to be successful, you have to work hard.’ Comment.

Would you like to work abroad?

What’s your ideal job? Why?

World events

‘Our world is changing faster than ever before.’ Do you agree?

“Protests do not need to be big to be effective.” Do you agree?

Do you think strikes are a good way of solving problems?

"Once you have lost something, you will never get it back". Do you agree?

How important do you think it is for people to maintain their cultural traditions? Give reasons.