1.In many countries, people eat with their family or parents less frequently. What is the situation in your country? Do you think it is necessary to have meals with family and friends regularly?
　　 2. With the development of modern science and technology, some aspects of traditional culture are being lost, so some people think that the traditional culture and technology will be replaced by the modern ones, such as computer and internet. What is your opinion?
　　 3. Due to the increasing cultural and business communication between countries, differences between countries have become less evident. People in different countries watch the same movies, read the same books and have the same fashions. To what extent do the advantages of these communications outweigh the disadvantages?
　　 4.Some people think criminals should be put in prison for a long term as punishment, but others think there are some alternative ways like community service. Discuss and give your opinion.
　　 5. There are many people who work at home. Some people think there are many benefits to the workers and their families, and others think it will be stressful to both workers and their families. What is your opinion? Discuss both views and give your answer.
　　 6.Some people suggest solving traffic problem by constructing more streets and highways. Agree or disagree?
　　 7.In recent years, university graduates find it harder to obtain a decent job. Consequently, it is suggested that university teachers should put more emphasis on utilitarian course such as computer, business and so on while focusing less on the traditional basic course such as history, geography and so on. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the suggestion? Give your reasons.
　　 8. People are used to watching disasters and violence in TV programs. What are reasons and what are effects on individual and society as a whole?
　　 9.Many people say that we have developed into a “throw-away ”culture, because we are filling up our environment with so many plastic bags and rubbish that we cannot fully dispose of. What are possible reasons? what measures can you recommend resolving this problem?
　　 10.Some people say that the age of book has passed and the information will be presented by video, computer, television and film; others think that the book and the written words will still be necessary for information spreading and education. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
　　 11. People can buy a wide variety of foods transported from other countries. To what extent do benefits outweigh drawbacks?
　　 12. Some people claim one only language, such as English, should be used as the unique official language throughout the world. Do you agree or disagree?

（責(zé)任編輯：中大編輯）