Some people think that criminal behaviour has genetic causes. Others believe that it is circumstances that lead people to commit a crime.
Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Essay 380 – Some people think that it is important to use our leisure time
Some people think that it is important to use our leisure time for activities that improve the mind, such as reading and doing word puzzles. Other people, however, feel that it is important to rest the mind during leisure time.
Which of these two viewpoints do you agree with?
Essay 379 – Children spend hours every day on their smartphones
Some children spend hours every day on their smartphones.
Why is this the case?
Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?
Essay 378 – People are moving away from an agricultural background
All over the world, more and more people are moving away from an agricultural background to relocate to cities in order to look for other types of work.
What are the reasons for this trend?
What are the possible consequences of this?
Essay 377 – Undiscovered areas should be opened up to access more resources
With the increased global demand for oil and gas, undiscovered areas of the world should be opened up to access more resources.
To what extent do you agree with this statement?
Essay 376 – Some people think the government is wasting money on the arts
Some people think that the government is wasting money on the arts and that this money could be better spent elsewhere.
To what extent do you agree with this view?
Essay 375 – It is important to take risks in professional and personal lives
It is important for people to take risks, both in their professional lives and their personal lives.
Do you think the advantages of taking risks outweigh the disadvantages?
Essay 374 – The age at which people retire from work is getting higher
In many countries, the age at which people retire from work is getting higher.
What are the reasons for this trend?
What are the effects on the individual and society as a whole?
Essay 373 – The tradition of families living together is disappearing
In many countries, the tradition of families living together is disappearing.
What are the reasons for this trend?
What are the effects on the family and society as a whole?
Essay 372 – Professionals to work in the country where they did their training
Some people believe that professionals, such as doctors and engineers, should be required to work in the country where they did their training. Others believe that they should be free to work in another country if they wish.
Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.