11 In some countries, women are allowed to take one month maternity leave. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this policy?

　　12 Advertising aimed at children is increasing. Some people think this has negative effects and should be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

　　13 Human activities have negative effects on plant and animal species. Some people think it is too late to do anything about this problem. Others believe that effective measures can be taken to improve this situation.

　　Discuss both views and give your opinion.

　　14 In some countries, there has been an increase in the number of parents who educate their children themselves at home instead of sending them to school.

　　Do you think the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?

　　15 More government money should invest in science than other matters for a country to develop and progression.

　　Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

　　16 Governments take many measures to reduce traffic, for instance, by introducing a congestion tax on vehicles during rushtime.

　　Is this a positive or negative development?

　　17 News media has become more influential in people's lives. Others believe it is a negative development.

　　To what extent do you agree or disagree?

　　18 A recent newspaper article reports that a 14-year-old boy who seriously destroyed his school got a punishment to clean streets instead of sent to the prison. Do you think this is right or the young criminals should be sent to the jail.

　　19 Difference between countries are becoming less evident recently. People can see the same films, brands, fashion, advertisements and TV channels.

　　To what extent do advantages outweigh disadvantages?