1. Education
Common Themes:
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Online learning vs. traditional classrooms
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Standardized testing
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University education value
Sample Question:
"Some believe schools should focus on practical skills like budgeting over academic subjects. To what extent do you agree?"
2. Technology & Society
Common Themes:
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Social media’s impact
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Artificial intelligence
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Privacy concerns
Sample Question:
"Do the advantages of smartphones outweigh their negative effects on social interaction?"
3. Environment
Common Themes:
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Climate change solutions
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Renewable energy
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Individual vs. government responsibility
Sample Question:
"Should environmental protection be prioritized over economic growth? Discuss both views."
4. Work & Employment
Common Themes:
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Remote work trends
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Automation replacing jobs
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Work-life balance
Sample Question:
"Will robots make human workers obsolete in the future? Give your opinion."
5. Health
Common Themes:
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Obesity epidemics
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Mental health awareness
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Healthcare funding
Sample Question:
"Should governments tax unhealthy foods to combat obesity? Discuss."
6. Globalization
Common Themes:
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Cultural homogenization
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International trade
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Language extinction
Sample Question:
"Has globalization done more harm than good to local cultures?"
7. Urbanization
Common Themes:
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Overpopulation in cities
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Public transport vs. private cars
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Rural-urban migration
Sample Question:
"What problems does urban sprawl cause, and how can they be solved?"
8. Crime & Punishment
Common Themes:
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Juvenile crime
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Prison rehabilitation
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Capital punishment
Sample Question:
"Should prisons focus more on punishment or rehabilitation? Give your view."
9. Tourism
Common Themes:
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Overtourism
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Cultural preservation
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Eco-tourism
Sample Question:
"Does international tourism benefit or harm developing countries?"
10. Government Spending
Common Themes:
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Military vs. education budgets
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Universal basic income
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Taxing the wealthy
Sample Question:
"Should governments fund arts programs when healthcare needs are urgent?"
11. Advertising
Common Themes:
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Consumerism
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Children-targeted ads
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Ethical marketing
Sample Question:
"Is advertising more manipulative than informative today?"
12. Traditional vs. Modern Lifestyles
Common Themes:
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Family structure changes
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Fast food vs. home cooking
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Digital nomadism
Sample Question:
"Are traditional values losing importance in modern society?"
13. Gender Equality
Common Themes:
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Workplace discrimination
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Parental leave policies
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Gender stereotypes
Sample Question:
"Do women truly have equal opportunities in leadership roles today?"
14. Space Exploration
Common Themes:
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Mars colonization
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Private space companies
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Cost vs. scientific benefits
Sample Question:
"Is space exploration a waste of money when Earth has urgent problems?"
15. Animal Rights
Common Themes:
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Zoos and aquariums
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Veganism trends
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Animal testing
Sample Question:
"Should animals be used for scientific research? Discuss both sides."
Key Trends (2024 Updates):
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Rising Topics: AI ethics, remote work, mental health
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Declining Topics: Nuclear energy, handwriting skills (less frequent now)
Pro Tip: Prepare 2–3 arguments and examples for each topic. For vocabulary lists tailored to these themes, let me know which ones you’d like expanded! 😊