12月考试的大家要好好准备一下题目。
已经很久没有考关于环境、科技、政府类的文章，所以大家应该注意一下这些类型的题目。同时也要意识到现在的写作一般都是以往题目的升格变形或者是类型上的综合。所以大家在准备的过程中一定要举一反三，触类旁通。
以下题目按照重要性依次排序。
环境、科技类
1.Far too little has been done to prevent animals and plants from dying out, although people have been aware of this problem for a long time. Why do people do so little about it? Give your suggestions on how to solve this problem.
2.Many people believe that scientific research should be carried out and controlled by the governments rather than private companies. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
3.Many people say that we have developed into a “throw-away” culture, because we are filling up our environment with so many plastic bags and rubbish that we cannot fully dispose of. To what extent do you agree with this opinion and what measures can you recommend reducing this problem?
4.In some countries, governments are encouraging industries and businesses to move out of large cities and into regional areas. Do you think advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
5. Long distance flight consumes natural resources and pollutes the air. Some people think it should be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
社会、政府类
6．In many countries, the proportion of older people is steadily increasing. Does this trend have more positive or negative effects on the society?
7．Caring for the elderly should become a recognized profession and be recommended to graduates as a rewarding career. To what extent do you agree or disagree? （社会类和教育类的综合）
8.In many countries more and more young people are leaving school but unable to find jobs. What problems do you think youth unemployment causes for individuals and the society? What measures should be taken to reduce the level of unemployment among youngsters?
9．Some people think that the government should decide which subjects students should study at the university, while others think that students should be allowed to apply for the subject they prefer. Discuss the two vies and give your opinion. （政府类和教育类的综合）
10．Throughout history, male leaders always lead us to violence and conflict. If a society is governed by female leaders it will be more peaceful. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion？
文化类
11. Some people think history has nothing or little to tell us, but others think that studying the past history can help us better understand the present. Please discuss the two views and give your own opinion.
12. International tourism has become a huge industry in the world. Do the problems of international travel outweigh its advantages?
13. Modern buildings change the character and appearance of towns and cities. The government should insist that new buildings be built in traditional styles to protect cultural identity. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
14. Multi-cultured societies are mixtures of many ethnic groups. Some people think the advantages of multi-cultured societies outweigh the disadvantages. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
15. Some people think that cultural traditions may be destroyed when they are used as money-making attractions aimed at tourists. Others believe it is the only way to save these traditions. Discuss on both sides and give your opinion.