1. You have heard that a retail store giant plans to move into your town and open a big store. Do you think they should stay out or do you prefer that they move in? Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this event in your community.
2. Some say you can learn a new language in your own country. Others think you need to go to a country where that language is spoken. Which one do you prefer? Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each method.
3. Spring cleaning is a popular time for people to throw out things they don’t need anymore. Some people sell these things. Others like to give things away to a charity where someone else might be able to use them. Do you prefer to sell or to donate things you have no use for anymore? Include the advantages and disadvantages of your choice in your explanation.
4. Should film or television be censored or should we be free to choose what we see? What is your opinion? Include the advantages and disadvantages of your choice in your explanation.
5. There’s a summer job you want at a company where aunt works. Do you plan to apply for the job on your own or do you prefer to ask your aunt to put in a good word for you. Include the advantages and disadvantages of your choice in your explanation.
6. A person can travel to a country in one of two ways. One is to really take a trip. The others is to travel virtually by reading books and articles. Which do you prefer? Include the advantages and disadvantages of your choice in your explanation.
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