Activity 2.1

1. Many lesser-known languages are disappearing. Young people should be forced to learn these languages so they are not Lost forever. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
2. Mobile phones are considered essential by most people nowadays. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of mobile phones and state your own opinion.
3. Childhood obesity is increasing at rapid rates in developed countries. What are some of the causes of this problem? What are some ways in which childhood obesity rates can be reduced?
4. An ageing society provides challenges to the whole society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
5. Computers are widely used for communication nowadays. How have computers changed the way we communicate? Are these changes positive or negative?
6. Many people feel that all children should be immunised against childhood diseases in order to control these diseases. Some people, however, feel that they should be given a choice of whether or not to immunise their children. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.