In many societies, there is a growing emphasis on sustainable living and reducing environme nta L

53.
 
Today, many people use the internet and 
smartphones to transfer money to friends, family, 
and businesses. 
Is this a positive or negative development? 
54.
 
Some feel that individuals should try to 
assimilate completely to the country where they 
live while others feel it is more important to 
preserve their native culture. 
Discuss both sides and give your opinion. 
55.
 
In some parts of the world traditional festiva ls 
and celebrations 
have 
disappeared or are 
disappearing. 
What problems is this causing? 
What measures could be taken to counter this 
situation? 
56.
 
Some people today have argued that countries 
should interfere less in the affairs of other nations.
To what extent do you agree or disagree? 
57.
 
There is more and more outrage and anger 
common in society today. 
Why is this? 
Is this a positive or a negative development? 
58.
 
Advanced technology has brought many 
beneficial changes to the world. However, some 
old people today struggle with the use of 

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technologies such as mobile phones and the 
Internet. 
How can the elderly benefit from using advanced 
technologies? 
How can the elderly be encouraged to use 
consumer electronics more often? 
59.
 
The leaders of most organizations tend to be 
older people. However, some argue that younger 
people make better bosses. 
To what extent do you agree or disagree? 
60.
 
Nowadays, distance-learning programs have 
gained in popularity, but some people argue that 
online courses can never be taken as good as those 
taken at a college or university in person. 
To what extent do you agree or disagree?