1. 2023.1.4

Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Teachers should require students to participate regularly in class discussions. 

2. 2023.1.7上午场

Your university currently requires all students to take one humanities course in a subject such as literature or philosophy in order to  graduate. However, some students majoring in subjects such as math and  science think that these humanities courses are not relevant to their  field of study, and they should therefore not be required to take them. Do you agree with these students? Explain why or why not.   

3. 2023.1.7下午场

Some people live in one place their whole life, while others move around and live in many different places.Which do you prefer, and why?  

4. 2023.1.10

Many college students do part-time jobs. Some students prefer to have classes during the day and work in the evenings or on weekends. Other students prefer to have classes in the evenings or on the weekends and work during the day. Which way do you think would be better for college students and why? 

5. 2023.1.14

Some people believe that students should memorize some important historical data such as the names and dates of historical events; others believe  that it is not necessary for students to memorize those factual information because they can easily find such information by computers. Which point of view do you agree with? Explain why. Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.           

6. 2023.2.7

Some people like to listen to music on headphones while they go from one place to another. Others prefer going from place to place in silence.  Which do you prefer? Explain why. 

7. 2023.2.11上午场
Some people live in one place throughout their whole life, while others move around and live in many different places. Which do you prefer, and why? 

8. 2023.2.11下午场
When learning something new, some people might prefer to read text materials, while others might prefer to listen to a lecture.Which do you prefer, and why?  

9. 2023.2.15

Some high schools now require students to pass a fitness exam, in which students need to perform physical activities, like running or swimming, before they can be allowed to graduate. Do you think this is a good idea? Why or why not?  

10. 2023.2.25
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Some people think that old people shouldn't take risks or join adventurous activities like young people.

11. 2023.2.26   
Some students like having a teacher who supervises them closely and frequently checks their work. Others prefer having a teacher who lets them work on their own and only occasionally checks their work. Which do you prefer? Explain why.           

12. 2023.3.4
When it comes to scheduling classes, some students prefer to have a break between classes, others like to have a long break when classes are all  over. Which do you prefer? 

13. 2023.3.8

Some college students choose a course of study that will give them specific professional training, such as teaching or engineering. Others choose a broader course of study, such as philosophy or history, that will give them more general knowledge. Which do you think is better? Explain why, using specific examples and details.           

14. 2023.3.8北美 
A large corporation wants to hire a new leader to run the business. It is considering two highly qualified candidates who have different approaches to decision making for the job. The first person has a reputation for acting quickly and not always consulting with others before making decisions. The second person is known for sometimes  delaying decisions in order to consider other people’s opinions. Who do you think would make a better leader? Explain why.        

    
15. 2023.3.18上午场
Your university is planning to invite some guest speakers to give lectures to students. Some students think that the university should not invite guest speakers with controversial opinions. Other students think that  the university should invite a variety of guest speakers, regardless of  their opinions. Which point of view do you support? Explain why.

16. 2023.3.18下午场
Some people like to get advice from older people like their parents and teachers. Others prefer to get advice from young people like their peers and friends. Which do you prefer and why?

17. 2023.3.19    

Some university students believe that they should participate in projects that help the local community. Other students think it is better to focus only on their schoolwork. Which view do you agree with? Explain  why, using specific examples and details.         

18. 2023.3.22

Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Students who are physically active and exercise regularly are more likely to succeed academically.

19. 2023.3.25
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? The best way to learn a skill is to teach others.  

20. 2023.3.28
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? It is better for students to live with a roommate who is studying the same subject.  

21. 2023.4.1    
Some employees prefer to complete as many tasks as possible even though they're not perfectly done, while others spend more time on each task to ensure it's completed to a high standard. Which do you prefer and why?

22. 2023.4.12
Some  high schools now require students to pass a fitness exam, in which students need to perform physical activities, like running or swimming, before they can be allowed to graduate. Do you think this is a good idea? Why or why not?      

23. 2023.4.15上午场
Some people prefer to finish a task as quickly as possible while others like  to take their time to do the task. Which do you prefer？   

24. 2023.4.15下午场
Some people believe old people should not take risk and participate in adventurous/challenging events as the young people do. Do you agree and why?  

25. 2023.4.18
Which do you prefer? A job with a high salary but a lot of business trips, or a job with a low salary but no business trips.           

26. 2023.4.26
Some college students choose a course of study that will give them specific professional training, such as teaching or engineering. Others choose a broader course of study, such as philosophy or hisory that will give them more general knowledge. Which do you think is better? 

27. 2023.4.29
Many people think that teenagers these days are addicted to digital devices, and they think that there should be a limit on how much time teenagers can spend on digital devices. Do you agree with this or not? 

28. 2023.5.6
Your university is organizing a series of guest lectures. Some people think that speakers with controversial opinions should not be invited to speak at the university. Others believe that the university should feature a variety of speakers, regardless of their opinions. Which point of view do you agree with? Explain why, using details and examples in your response.

29. 2023.5.6北美

Which do you prefer: 

1. to work on your projects one by one 

2. to multitask and do all your tasks together.         

30. 2023.5.10
Some professors allow students who have not done well on graded assignments during a course to do additional assignments in order to improve their overall course grade. Do you think this is a good idea? 

31. 2023.5.13

Some people think that schools should assign projects and other work for students to complete over vacation. Others think that schoolwork should only be assigned during the actual academic year. Which opinion do you agree with? Explain why using details and examples in your response.   

32. 2023.5.20上午场
When encountering problems in study, some students prefer to join a study group to discuss with group members who share the same difficulties, while others choose to hire a tutor who specializes in that area to help them. Which do you prefer?           

33. 2023.5.20下午场
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? It requires a good teacher to help us develop new skills. 

34. 2023.5.23

Suppose you need to take a history class as part of your graduation  requirements, and you have two choices that fit into your schedule. In the first class, only the professor gives a grade to your research papers.In the second class, not just the professor, but other students also read and provide feedback for your papers. Which class would you prefer to take? 

           
35. 2023.5.31
Do you prefer to accept a job that pays well or a job that offers higher personal satisfaction but doesn't pay well?  

        
36. 2023.6.3上午场
Some people think that it is an important part of a child's education to go  on a field trip (for example, museums), other people think a child's time is better spent learning in a classroom at school. Which do you prefer?

37. 2023.6.3下午场
Many people take part in challenging activities like rock-climbing or  skydiving. Some people think that these activities demonstrate bravery, while others think that these activities are stupid. What do you think,  and why?

38. 2023.6.4
When going on vacations, some people prefer to go camping in tents, while others prefer to stay in hotels. Which do you think prefer?

39. 2023.6.10
When giving students feedback, some professors prefer to do that  face-to-face, while others prefer to leave some written feedback. Which do you think is better?          

40. 2023.6.14
Some people prefer to borrow money from others to make a large purchase while others will save money until they can afford it. Which one do you  prefer and why?  

41. 2023.6.20
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Schools should arrange for students to participate in cultural activities such as visiting museums. 

42. 2023.6.28上午场

Some secondary schools require that every student’s schedule includes study hall, which is a free class period during the school day in which students can do class assignments or rest. Do you think this is a good idea? Why or why not?    

43. 2023.7.4

Do you prefer to be taught by experienced teachers or new teachers who have just finished their training?  

44. 2023.7.8上午场

Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? If a coworker violated company policy, we should report it to the supervisor.           

45. 2023.7.8下午场

Some people prefer to shop regularly at a store that is close and convenient to them, even though it might be expensive. Others prefer to shop regularly at a store with the lowest prices, even if it is far away. Which do you prefer? Use details and examples to explain your opinion.

46. 2023.7.9   
Some people prefer to live in places where climate does not change very much, while others prefer to live in places where climate changes considerably with seasons. Which one do you prefer? Why? 

47. 2023.7.12
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Current celebrities (like musicians, actor/actress, athlete) should set a good example as role models for young people.     

48. 2023.7.15上午场

Imagine that you have been accepted by two different universities, one is well-known for its excellent academic program, but it’s rather expensive, while another is less well-known, but provides scholarship to pay for your tuition. Which would you prefer, explain why. 

49. 2023.7.15下午场

Some people think that old people shouldn't take risks or join adventurous activities like young people. Do you agree or disagree?               

50. 2023.7.22上午场
Some people enjoy participating in performances such as theatrical plays or musical concerts. Others prefer to be in the audience watching the performance. Which do you prefer and why?   

        
51. 2023.7.22下午场

Which one do you agree? Children born with talent should be treated in a different way or they should be treated in the same way as average children.         
52. 2023.7.23
Some professors allow students who have not done well on graded assignments during a course to do additional assignments in order to improve their overall course grade. Do you think this is a good idea? 

53. 2023.7.26上午场

Some people prefer to go to the museum alone, while others prefer to go with friends. Which one do you prefer?

54. 2023.7.26下午场
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Parents should discourage their children from choosing a career that is competitive such as sports or entertainment which are less likely to  make them successful.   

55. 2023.8.15

Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Parents should encourage their kids to become popular and well liked in school.  

56. 2023.8.19上午场

Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Parents should be good friends with their children. 

57. 2023.8.19下午场

Some people prefer to go to the museum alone, while others prefer to go with friends and family. Which one do you prefer and why? 

58. 2023.8.23上午场

Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Parents should not be allowed access to their children's academic records without their children's permission. 

59. 2023.8.26上午场

In some places, homeschooling is now possible, where parents do not send their children to school but instead educate them at home. Do you think this is a good idea, why?  

60. 2023.8.26下午场

Which of the following companies do you prefer to work in:

1. a big company with thousands of employees

2. a smaller company 

61. 2023.8.27上午场   

Some people believe that the library should be a quiet place for people to study and read, while others think it should be a place where people could interact and meet friends. Which opinion do you agree with?

62. 2023.8.29上午场
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Students should spend equal time on learning local history and international history?

63. 2023.9.6上午场

When having an assignment or project to do, some people prefer to finish it long before the due date; others prefer to start doing it right before the deadline. Which one do you prefer and why?

64. 2023.9.9上午场

Your university is going to give out a scholarship of $5000. Who do you think should receive the scholarship, students with high academic performance or students that need financial aids?    

65. 2023.9.9下午场

Some people like to work in positions where they have independence and they can decide how to do things, while others prefer to work in positions where they are told exactly how to do something. Which do you prefer, and why?      

66. 2023.9.10上午场

Do you agree or disagree with the following statement？Children should be taught to be independent at an early age.           

67. 2023.9.16上午场

Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? People from ordinary or even poor families can be really good government leaders? Why or why not? 

68. 2023.9.16下午场

Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Young people today are less socially active and outgoing than before because of technology.           

69. 2023.9.17上午场

Some people play games or sports for enjoyment, others compete in sports in order to win. Which do you prefer and why? 

70. 2023.9.17下午场

Some people think that college students should do some community service, while others think that college students should focus on their school work. Which opinion do you agree with? 

71. 2023.9.20上午场

Which is more important when choosing a job:

1) being happy with the job

2) having a high salary               

72. 2023.9.23上午场

Because most students have their own laptops, your university is considering closing the campus computer lab, where students use university-owned computers. Do you think this is a good idea and why?

73. 2023.9.23下午场

Do you agree or disagree with the following statement: because of the increasing popularity of entertainment technologies, fewer people will read books. 

74. 2023.9.24上午场

Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? The best way to teach children how to behave is to praise their good behavior rather than to criticize their bad behavior.    

75. 2023.9.26

Some university graduates choose to spend a period of time doing volunteer or community service before they start their careers. Others think it is better to start working as soon as possible after graduation. Which view do you agree with?   

76. 2023.10.10上午场

Some people prefer to have friends who share the same opinions or beliefs about the world as they do. Other people prefer to have friends who have opinions or beliefs about the world that are different from their own. Which do you think is best? Explain why. 

77. 2023.10.14

Some  people like to seek advice from their parents or grandparents when they encounter a difficult situation, while others prefer to get advice from their peers. Which do you prefer?     

78. 2023.10.18

Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? People from ordinary or even poor families can be really good government leaders? Why or why not?

79. 2023.10.21上午场

Your school will limit the number of clubs or organizations that every student can attend to let students focus more time on studying. Do you think this is a good idea?           

80. 2023.10.21下午场

Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? If a person wants to achieve success, he/she will have to set goals.  

81. 2023.10.22

Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Children should be encouraged to listen to or read news from an early age.      

82. 2023.10.28

Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? People should be self-sufficient instead of depending on others.

83. 2023.10.29    

Some people think that universities should require all students to study at least one humanity subject, such as philosophy or literature, while some students who major in science and maths think that there’s no need for them to study these subjects. What do you think? 

84. 2023.11.1

When doing a group project, do you prefer to communicate with other group members online, or do you prefer to work on the project with them in person? 

85. 2023.11.4

Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Schools  should spend as much time teaching students about world history as they do teaching students about the history of their own countries. 

86. 2023.11.11

Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Parents should have access to their kids' messages and emails without their kids' permission.  

87. 2023.11.12

If you were to take a history class, would you prefer a professor with extensive experience but minimal class discussions, or a new professor with less experience but who encourages active class participation?   

88. 2023.11.15

While traveling, some people prefer to keep contact with their friends and family members from home, while others prefer not to. Which do you prefer? 

89. 2023.11.18

Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Restaurants should provide nutritional information about the food items on their menu.  

90. 2023.11.22

It is the policy of many universities that parents of university students cannot have access to their child's grades without their permission. Do you agree or disagree with this policy? 

91. 2023.11.28

Your university is organizing a series of guest lectures. Some people think that speakers with controversial opinions should not be invited to speak at the university. Others believe that the university should feature a variety of speakers, regardless of their opinions. Which point of view do you agree with? Explain why, using details and examples in your response. 

92. 2023.12.2

Your university is changing its housing policy. All first-and second-year students will now be required to live on campus. Do you think this is a good idea? Explain why or why not. 

93. 2023.12.3

Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? In order to become successful, one has to make enemies.

94. 2023.12.6   

Do you think that parents should have access to their children’s emails or text messages without their permission?  

95. 2023.12.9
Imagine that you have applied for a job, and the company has invited you to come to their office for an interview. However, the office is located a couple of hours away in another town. Because of the distance, the company has also offered to interview you by phone instead. Which do you choose?  

96. 2023.12.16

Do you agree or disagree with the following statment? People should only engage in activities or hobbies at which they are good or talented.

97. 2023.12.17

Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? It is better for students to live with a roommate who is studying the same subject.   

98. 2023.12.20

Some people think that universities should require all students to study at  least one humanity subject, such as philosophy or literature, while some students who major in science and maths think that there’s no need for them to study these subjects. What do you think?

99. 2023.12.26

Only students who have finished secondary school should be allowed to attend university.