Discussion Essays

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1. Computers are now the basis of the modern world. They should therefore be introduced into classrooms, and their programs used for direct teaching purposes.
2. Some people believe the aim of university education is to help graduates get better jobs
3. Some people think that good teamwork makes a company successful
4. Some people believe that capital punishment should never be used
5. Some people think that young people should choose their professions themselves
6. Some people say supermarkets have the responsibility to reduce the amount of packaging for products
7. These days people work in more than one job and often change career several times during their life
9. Some people think that politicians have the greatest influence on the world
10. Some people think that young people should spend more of their free time at home with their families
11. In many parts of the world today there is a profitable market for products which lighten people’s skin
12. Over consumption of sugar is unhealthy; some people think that governments should take responsibility to control it
13. The internet should be controlled
14. Some people say that physical education classes are an important part of a child’s education
15. Some people believe that it is important to give gifts and presents to friends and family to show that we care for them
16. Some people believe that individuals over 65 should not be allowed to continue working
17. Parents now have the option to send their children to single sex or co-educational institutions
18. Some people think that young people should choose their professions themselves
19. Some people believe online reading material should only be used for a child to learn and to read
21. Some people say that the best way to improve public health is by increasing the number of sports facilities
22. Some people think that using animals for experimentation purpose is cruel
23. Some people think that teenage years are the happiest times of most people’s lives
24. Many countries want to host international sports events
25. Some people think only managers should make decisions for the company
26. Some people prefer to relax by doing physical activities
27. Some cultures value old age more while others value young age
28. Some people like to spend their leisure time with their colleagues
29. Some people feel that paparazzi should not follow celebrities and invade their privacy
30. Some people believe that children’s time outside school should be filled with scheduled activities
31. Governments in many countries have recently introduced special taxes on sugary foods and beverages
32. Some people prefer hobbies that require technology
33. Some people believe that women should play an equal role as men in a country’s police or military forces
34. Some people work for the same organisation all their life.
35. It is thought by some that it is better to live in a city but others think life in the countryside is better
36. Some people think that the internet has brought people close together while others think that people have become more isolated.
37. Some people believe that the purpose of education should be helping the individual to become useful to the society
38. Some people think that the main factors influencing a child’s development these days are things such as television, friends, and music.
39. Some people think that the best way to reduce crime is to give longer prison sentences. Others however believe there are better alternative ways of reducing the crime.
40. Some people say that now we can see films on our phones or tablets there is no need to go to the cinema.
41. Many governments think that economic progress is their most important goal.
42. Some people believe that good teamwork is what makes companies successful.
43. Some people think it’s better to choose friends who always have the same opinions as them.
44. Some people choose to eat no meat or fish.
45. Human activity has had a negative impact on plants and animals around the world.
46. Some feel that the effects of advertising are positive for individuals and businesses, while others think they are negative.
47. Some people think that good teamwork makes a company successful, others think that good leadership is the reason behind the success of a company.
48. Some people think that it is better to have a slower, relaxed lifestyle. Others like having a faster lifestyle.
49. ome people think young people are not suitable for important positions in the government, while other people think it is a good idea for young people to take on these positions.
50. Some people think that one should plan detailed activities for their leisure time, others disagree with that.
51. Some people think that youngsters should get involved in unpaid work, while others oppose as it may affect their career.
52. Some people believe that companies should manufacture products that last for a long time.
53. Some people argue that holding sporting events is beneficial to a country’s development.
54. Some people believe a country can benefit a lot from university education.
55. Some people feel that the effects of advertising are positive for individuals and businesses, while others think they are negative
56. In order to be successful in sport, some people think you have to be physically strong.
57. There seems to be an increasing number of serious crimes being committed each year.
58. Some people think that new houses should be built in the same style as the older houses in the local area.
59. Some people believe that children should start school as early as possible, while others believe that children should begin school when they are at least seven years old.
60. Some people believe the purpose of education should be helping the individual to become useful for society