1. Some people prefer to watch entertainment programs on television,while others prefer to watch educational programs.

Which do youprefer and why?

2. When on a trip, some people like to keep a journal and take pictures;some people just enjoy the journey without recording.

Which do youprefer and why?

3. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement?The government should spend money on projects that can encourage citizens to lead a healthier lifestyle.

Please give your opinion and explanation.

4. Some people prefer to resolve problems with friends directly face to face or talk on the phone, other people prefer to resolve them by writing, sending E-mail.

Which do you prefer and why?

5. Some people get to know a person by the first observation while others believe that it takes a long time to know a person well.

Which one do you prefer and explain why.

6. Some parents prefer to help their kids to solve the problems and troubles they meet, while some parents prefer to let their children deal with difficulties by themselves.

Which one do you think is more reasonable and why?

7. Which one do you prefer: taking classes in the morning or in the afternoon?

8. Some people think with the development of technology and Internet,libraries will disappear, while others think libraries are always necessary. Which one do you agree? and please give specific details to support your opinion.

9. One of your friends decided to study more courses in order to graduate one year earlier, do you agree or not agree?

10. Do you agree or disagree that the government should pass a law to fine people who use mobile phones when crossing the street?

11. When giving feedbacks to students, some teachers would like to talk to their students in person, while some teachers would give written comments to students. Which do you prefer and why

12. Many people think that students study course materials more effectively by taking exams, while others think that students learn more effectively through doing other activities such as writing a paper or completing projects. Which do you think is more effective for students to learn?

13. Someone chooses to work in a small company or organization with a few workers. Others prefer to work in a large company or organization with thousands of employees. Which do you think is better?

14. Some people like surprise visits from their friends, while others prefer to be informed of such visits.

Which one do you prefer and Why?

15. Which would you prefer: start a project as early as possible or wait until the deadline?

16. Some people believe that we should not discuss the private activities of popular people, like movie stars and singers.

Do you agree? Why?

17. Some students enjoy decorating their surroundings; others choose to keep their surroundings simple and free of any decorations.

Which do you prefer and why?

18. Big cooperation is planning to invest in a factory in your hometown.

This factory will create many job opportunities for people, but also bring a lot of pollution at the same time. Do you agree or disagree?

19. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement?

The best decision is made by groups instead of by individuals.

20. If you have a misunderstanding with your friend, do you prefer talking out in public like a restaurant or in a private place?