Government
05.06.11
The government is responsible for protecting a nation’s cultural identity. Thus, some people believe
new buildings should be built in traditional styles. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this
opinion?
05.07.09
Some people think the government should pay for health care and education, but other people think it is
not the government's responsibility. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
06.01.07
Some people believe they should keep all the money they have earned and should not pay tax to the state.
Do you agree or disagree?
05.12.10
Many people believe that scientific research should be carried out and controlled by the governments
rather than private companies. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
06.04.29
Some people think that national sports teams and individual men and women who represent their country
should be financially supported by the government. However, others argue that they should be funded by
non-government sources (e.g. Business, scholarships, etc. ) Discuss both views and give your opinion.
06.05.13
Housing shortage in big cities can cause severe social consequences. Some people think only government
action can solve this problem. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
06.12.09
Modern buildings change the character and appearance of towns and cities. The government should insist
that new buildings be built in traditional styles to protect cultural identity. To what extent do you
agree or disagree?
07.01.20 =05.07.09
Some people say the government should pay for the health care and education, but others say that it is not
the government’s responsibility. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
07.02.03 =04.02.28
Individuals can do nothing to improve the environment. Only governments and large companies can make a
difference. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
07.03.22
Some people think that the government should provide assistance to all kinds of artists including
painters, musicians and poets, etc. However, other people think that is a waste of money. Discuss both
views and give your opinion.
07.09.20
Many countries spend a lot of money in art. Some people think investment in art is necessary, but others
say money is better spent on improving health and education. Discuss both these views and give your own
opinion.
07.11.03
The government should pay for the course fees for everyone who wants to study at the university. To what
extent do you agree or disagree?
08.03.08
As the number of cars increases, more money has to be spent on road systems. Some people think the
government should pay for this. Others, however, think that the user should pay for the cost. Discuss
both views and give your own opinion.
08.03.29
Some people think it is the responsibility for government to ensure that people have healthy lifestyles.
Others think people should have a free for their own lifestyles decisions. Discuss both views and give
your own opinion.
08.08.09 ≈ 04.04.17
In some countries, governments are encouraging industries and businesses to move out of large cities and
into regional areas. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh its disadvantages? Give
reasons for you answer and include examples from your knowledge or experiences.
09.03.21
Some people think it is more important for government to spend money on promoting healthy lifestyle in
order to prevent illnesses than the treatment for people who are already ill. To what extent do you
agree or disagree?
09.07.04
Money for postgraduate research is limited. Therefore some people think financial support from governments
should be only provided for scientific research rather than research for less useful subjects. Do you
agree or disagree?
09.08.13
The subjects and lesson contents are decided by the authorities such as the government. Some people argue
that teachers should make the choice. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
10.01.14
In today's world, it is private companies rather than government who pay for and carry out most on
scientific research. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
10.04.17
Some people think the governments should act to decide how people live in order to make a healthier life.
Others think individual should decide their own lifestyle. What do you concern about? Discuss both views
and give your opinion.
11.02.17
Some people think that creative artists should be supported financially by the government of their county,
while others believe that they should find financial support from other sources instead. Discuss both
views and give your opinion.
11.03.05
Some people think governments should spend money on measures to save languages with few speakers from
dying out completely. Others think this is a waste of financial resources. Discuss both views and give
your opinion.
11.05.19 = 04.07.24
The government should control the amount of violence in films and on television in order to decrease the
violent crimes in society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
11.06.11 ≈ 04. 06.26, 04.11.27, 07.09.20
Some people think governments should focus the spending only on public services rather than wasting money
on arts (music, printing, etc.). To what extent do you agree or disagree?
12.01.12
Some people think that government should establish free libraries in each town. While others believe that it is a waste of money since people can obtain information from the internet at home. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
12.05.26
Some people think governments should spend their money on the arts. While others believe the money should be spent on the education and health. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
12.07.28
Arts (painting and music) does not directly improve People's life, s
government should spend money on other things. Do you agree or disagree?
12.08.25
Many museums are free for admission. Is it a positive or negative development?
12.09.01
Many countries spend a lot of money preparing competitors to take part in major sports competitions such as the Olympics, the football world cup etc. Some people think it would be better to spend this money encouraging children to take up a sport at an early age. Do you agree or disagree?
12.09.06
Some people believe everyone has the right to get university education,to what extent do you agree that governments should make it free to all people no matter of their financial background?
12.09.15
Money for postgraduate research is limited. Therefore some people think financial support from governments should be only provided for scientific research rather than research for less useful subjects. Do you agree or disagree?
12.12.15
Why some people don't visit museums in their local areas and what is importance of the museum to the society?