66. Imagine that you have received some land to use as you wish. How would you use this land?

67. Many parts of the world are losing important natural resources, such as forests, animals, or clean water. Choose one resource that is disappearing and explain why it needs to be saved.

68. When people move to another country, some of them decide to follow the customs of the new country. Others prefer to keep their own customs. Compare these two choices. Which one do you prefer?

69. Some people think we should spend as much money as possible exploring outer space (for example, traveling to the moon and to other planets). Other people disagree and think we should spend this money for our basic needs on Earth. Which of these two opinions do you agree with?

70. What is one of the most important decisions you have made? Why was this decision important?

71. In general, people are living longer now. How will this change affect society?

72. We all work or will work in our jobs with many different kinds of people. In your opinion, what are some important characteristics of a co-worker (someone you work closely with)?

73. In some countries, teenagers have jobs while they are still students. Do you think this is a good idea?

74. A person you know is planning to move to your town or city. What do you think this person would like and dislike about living in your town or city? Why?

75. When famous people such as actors, athletes and rock stars give their opinions, many people listen. Do you think we should pay attention to these opinions?

76. People remember special gifts or presents that they have received. Why?

77. Some famous athletes and entertainers earn millions of dollars every year. Do you think these people deserve such high salaries?

78. Your school has enough money to purchase either computers for students or books for the library. Which should your school choose to buy-computers or books?

79. If you could know something about the future, what would you choose to know about and why?

80. People listen to music for different reasons and at different times. Why is music important to many people?

81. Every generation of people is different in important ways. How is your generation different from your parents' generation?

82. You want to persuade someone to study your native language. What reasons would you give?

83. You have been asked to suggest improvements to a park that you have visited. This might be a city park, a regional park, or a national park. What improvements would you make? Why?

84. If you were asked to send one thing representing your country to an international exhibition, what would you choose? Why?

85. There are many different kinds of advertising (on the radio, on television, in newspapers in magazines, and on billboards). In your opinion, which one of these kinds of advertising is the most effective? Why?

86. Many people have a close relationship with their pets. These people treat their birds, cats, or other animals as members of their family. In your opinion, are such relationships good? Why or why not?

87. Advertising helps to sell products. Describe the qualities of an effective advertisement.

88. Some people think that they can learn better by themselves than with a teacher. Others think that it is always better to have a teacher. Which do you prefer?

89. What are some important qualities of a good supervisor (boss)?

90. Should governments spend more money on improving roads and highways, or should governments spend more money on improving public transportation (buses, trains, subways)? Why?

91. It is generally agreed that society benefits from the work of its members. Compare the contributions of artists to society with the contributions of scientists. Which type of contribution do you think is valued more by your society?

92. Some people prefer to plan activities for their free time very carefully. Others choose not to make any plans at all for their free time. Compare the benefits of planning free time activities with the benefits of not making plans. Which do you prefer-planning or not planning for your leisure time?

93. Some people say that advertising encourages us to buy things we really do not need. Others say that advertisements tell us about new products that may improve our lives. Which viewpoint do you agree with?

94. You have enough money to purchase either a house or a business. Which would you choose to buy?

95. Some people like doing work by hand. Others prefer using machines. Which do you prefer?

96. You have been told that dormitory rooms at your university must be shared by two students. Would you rather have the university assign a student to share a room with you, or would you rather choose your own roommate?