【正文】 ersonally might use puters in the future and say what new developments in puters you expect in the near future. Q How have puters changed every life? Q What new developments in puters that are widely used in homes and offices do you expect to see in the near future? Q Do you think that use of puters should be restricted and how? Q Do you think that people rely on puters too much? Many people way that puter are making children less intelligent. Do you agree? Topic Card PracticeTOPIC 9 Controversial Issue Tell me about a controversial issue in your country. You should say: what the issue is and why it is so controversial what the arguments are on this issue what most people think about it and explain what your opinion on this issue is. Q Which industries do you think will bee more (or less) important in the future? Q If your country wishes to attract more foreign investment, how can it do so? Q How can panies improve conditions for workers and encourage them to work harder? Q What has been the most significant development in your country’s economy during the last 10 years? Q If you were in charge of your country’s economy, what main change(s) would you make? Topic Card PracticeTOPIC 10 A Cultural Event Tell me about cultural event that you either saw on TV or went to. You should say: what the event was and where it took place if it is a national event or only local / regional if it attracted a wide range of people and how you felt about it. Q In your opinion, what are the most important cultural aspects of your country/region? Q Do you think that people’s cultural tastes changes as they get older? Q Are cultural events an important part life in your country /region? Q In the future, do you think that different cultures will e closer together or remain distinct? Q What aspects of other cultures interest people in your country? Q How do you think that American culture is influencing life your country? ]竜?膬{SPEAKING Topic Card PracticeTOPIC 11 Economic Activity Tell me about an important economic activity in your country. You should say: what the activity is and where it takes place how it is important in your life how it has developed over the last 20 years and explain why it is important to your country. Q If you could have your own business, what products or service would you offer? Q What would be the best way to advertise your products or services? Q On what basis would you choose your employees? Q What are the characteristics of a good boss? Q What benefits would you offer your employees? Q Do you think that it is important for employees to spend time together socially? Topic Card PracticeTOPIC 12 Education System Tell me about the education system in your country. You should say: at what ages students go to different schools what the advantages and disadvantages of the system are how the system is changing and explain what changes you would like to see. Q How has the education system in your country changed over the last 10 years? Q How do you think the education system will changed in the near future? Q What changes would you introduce into the education system? Q Do you think that education should be free? Q What do you think are the qualities of a good teacher /school? Q Do you think that the government needs to focus more on educating adults? Topic Card PracticeTOPIC 13 Environmental Problem Tell me about an environmental problem that is facing your country. You should say: what the problem is how it arose how it influences life in your country and explain how this problem could be solved. Q What measures should the government and individuals in your country take to improve the environment? Q Can our environment ever be truly clean? Q What can we do protect endangered animals? Q If we focus too much in the environment, won’t our economy be less efficient? Q Do you think that older people and younger people have different views of the environment? Topic Card PracticeTOPIC 14 Exciting Tell me about something really exciting you have done in your life You should say: what it was and when you did it whether you were alone or with other people if you would like to do it again and say whether you think your life is really exciting. Q Do you often go to the theatre/the opera/ concerts/exhibitions? Q Tell me a little about the last time you went to a cultural events Q What kinds of cultural events do people like to go to in your city? Q Is it expensive to go to such events? Q Do you think that such events are important in people’s lives? Have you ever participated in a cultural event ? Topic Card PracticeTOPIC 15 Famous Person Tell me about a famous person who you particularly admire You should say: who the person is (was) and why they are (were) famous why you particularly admire them how they contribute(d) to society and say what questions you would ask this person if you met them. Q Do famous people have special responsibilities to society? Q Some famous people are very rich. Is this fair? Q What kinds of people are famous (or “admired”) in your country? Q Should the private lives of famous people be made public? Q Do you think that monuments to famous people are a waste of money? Q In Britain, for example, certain famous people receive honours and titles. What do you think of this? Topic Card PracticeTOPIC 16 Film Tell me about a f