大学生英语即兴演讲

1. now in the age of the internet, reading books does not seem as important

as it once was. do you think people can learn as much on the internet as they can

by reading books? which method do you prefer?

2. its been said that technology creates more problems than it solves and

may threaten or damage the quality of life. is this statement reasonable? what

problems does technology bring us? use specific examples in your answer, please.

3. literature is a significant part of human culture and some say it can

help form aesthetic taste. however, is it necessary for everyone to read poetry,

novels, and other types of imaginative literature?

5. do you agree that the people who make important contributions to society

are generally not those who develop their own new ideas, but those who are most gifted

at perceiving and coordinating the talents and skills of others and please give

examples to illustrate your views.

6. most people agree that buildings represent a valuable record of the past

for any society, but

controversy arises when old buildings stand on ground which modern planners feel

could be better used for modern purposes. in such situations, should modern

development be given precedence over the preservation of historic buildings so that

contemporary needs can be served?

7. it is often asserted that the purpose of education is to free the mind

and the spirit. however, formal education tends to restrain our minds and spirits

rather than set them free. do you think university education should be more

open-minded and free? and what aspect of your university life should be improved?

9. strict laws are important for the security of our society, but there

are many cases of injustice based on rigid laws. should laws be fixed or flexible?

please explain your vies with examples.

11. which qualities do you look for in a boyfriend/girlfriend?

12. what would be your major consideration in choosing a job and why?

13. what is more important in your career, to make money or to be satisfied

with your work?

14. which is more important for you: knowledge from books or personal

experience:

15. if you could live in a different time and place, what time and place would

you choose?

16. what is your view on public displays of affection such as kissing on campus?

18. do you think married couples have a better life without children?

20. could you please tell us, in your opinion, what makes life worthwhile?

21. are we allowing the internet to intrude too far into our private lives?

22. do we need so many television channels?

23. is it time to scrap the may and october golden week holidays?

27. do you think people today are any closer to achieving a peaceful and

harmonious future or harmonious world than confucius, who lived 2000 years ago?

28. should bargaining be outlawed and traders be required to advertise a fixed

price for what they sell?