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1、The government should spend more money on public facilities rather than on artists or artistic projects. To what extent do you agree or disagree?Government sponsorship for arts is a controversial issue, especially when the state is confronted with budget problems. Those who object to public funds fo

2、r arts believe that money should be diverted to the construction of public facilities. I am of the opinion that the government should take citizens 'benefits into consideration and adjust the spending on art or infrastructures accordingly.It is first important to realize that art is an essential

3、 component of cultural legacy, so the protection and development of art has important implications to cultural diversity. In terms of painting, for example, styles, genres, tool and materials differ from culture to culture. An art form is likely to disappear, if it is not well protected. Besides, so

4、me works of art such as graffiti, spark people 's imagination and provide them with a novel perspective to view the world. Art can develop a culture in which people pursue it as a hobby. Furthermore, public art boosts the appeal of the built environment, which is reflected in the diversity of ar

5、chitecture and landscaping.Despite the importance of art, public facilities deserve more of government spending than art.Citizens are more interested in the availability of public facilities, as water and electricity supply, schools, libraries and roads, which have a direct impact on their daily liv

6、es. By contrast, for most people, sculptures, paintings or operas are luxury items, which cannot bring any tangible benefit to them. Another reason is that the art can sometimes yield high returns and therefore succeed in receiving business sponsorship.This is particularly the case when thearts incl

7、ude music, movies, operas and creative arts. Therefore, it is pointless to support the use of public funds for this purpose, if basic facilities are underfunded.In the light of the facts outlined above, government investment inthe arts is essential to cultural diversity, the development of personal

8、hobbies and the visual appeal of the built environment. However, in those countries whose infrastructure is inadequate, government funding for the arts may have to be reduced.Instead of asking the government to bear the cost of higher education, students should pay tuition fees themselves. Do you ag

9、ree or disagree?The government has long been the major funds of university education. Those people who support government spending on education think that some students do not enroll because of learning costs. My view is that students'personal situations should be considered, before thegovernmen

10、t decides whether to offer free education.It is worth noting that university education is the key to closing/bridging the income gap. There are numerous students, especially those from low income families, who cannot afford educational expenses. For example, students who study law or medical science

11、 may spend many years in the university, making university education an expensive option to them. Because of financial constraints, people of low socio-economic status are at a disadvantage in terms of educational opportunities and career development. By contrast, children of higher socioeconomic st

12、atus are more likely to advance their education and find well-paid jobs eventually. As a consequence, the widening income gap may add uncertainty to social stability.Higher participation rates in tertiary education are also vital to economic and social development, because productivity will be impro

13、ved and citizens'morals will be strengthened.Even though government sponsorship can inspire people to receive tertiary education, it can also cause the waste of public resources. Free education may be a reason why many students are reluctant to complete their courses and enter the workforce at t

14、he earliest date. It not only adds/imposes a burden on the country but also affects state funding for other sectors, such as primary and secondary education.Let alone students'contribution allows universities toupgrade facilities and recruit well-qualified lecturers, both important to students&#

15、39;academicachievement.To summarize, the government should provide financial support according to students'needsto ensure that they have access to education.However, tuition fees are applicable to moststudents, especially those from middle to high income families, as it helps maintain the qualit

16、y of tertiary education.Economic progress is one way to measure the success of one country, while some people think that there are other factors. What other factors should be considered? Among these factors, do you think that any factor is more important than the others?The rapid growth of emerging

17、economies has fuelled controversy over how to define successful countries. Regarding the distinguishing features of successful countries, people might have some shared opinions but they do not reach any agreement. I think that besides economic development, other factors should be taken into consider

18、ation.Firstly, social welfare is a significant factor, which has relevance to people's satisfaction withlife. There is ample evidence that in many developing countries, poor people do not benefit from economic growth, which is reflected in the widening gap between haves and have-nots.National we

19、alth is not distributed evenly, as the health care service and the education system are underfunded. Among other problems, the ever-increasing cost of living and the escalating class conflict are particularly pronounced. It is also important to realize that the economic development of some countries

20、 is achieved at environment's expenses. This has a destructiveeffect on the natural environment and causes the spread of different diseases.ensure the fair distribution of wealth so citizens'needs can be satisfied. People are able toConsidering these factors, economic growth should not be re

21、garded as the main criterion for measuring a country 's success. There is a growing recognition that a successful country canacquire necessities such as food, housing, education, medical care and so forth at affordable prices. In deciding whether a country is livable, it is also important to con

22、sider air quality, access to clean water, waste disposal, sewage management and transport infrastructure.Inaddition, we must take into account the issue of whether or not the economic development is sustainable, namely, whether the country can provide adequate resources to feed future generations.In

23、 brief, it is premature to equate wealth with success. Living standards and sustainable development are among those factors that can be taken into consideration when a country'ssuccess is evaluated.It is argued that we are living in a throw-away society: people throw away what they usein daily l

24、ife, instead of recycling or reusing them. Why has this happened and how to address this issue?The past decade has seen a marked increase in the public's awareness of environmental issue.The environmental impact of the use and disposal of consumer goods has become a cause for concern. It is impo

25、rtant to focus on how this problem has happened and how to solve this problem.The main reason behind the increased consumption of products lies in the fact that people have higher income. The improvement of productivity, as well as technological innovation, has reduced the cost of production substan

26、tially, so products, including packaged foods and household products, are increasingly affordable. Moreover, people's fast pace of life accountsfor their dependence on disposable products. The lifespan of durable products (such as mobile phones and computers) has been shortened, in large part du

27、e to the fact that these products are renewed rapidly. Furthermore, consumers are indifferent to the consequences of their behavior. The continuously growing demand for products results in enormous energy consumption as well as a substantial increase in waste and pollution.As the overconsumption of

28、products is pervasive, it is important to take some measures to mitigate pollution. One main strategy is the use of bio-degraded materials, which can reduce the damage caused by plastic bags, packages and metals to the environment. In addition, emphasis should be placed on people 's environmenta

29、l awareness, as it changes the ways in which people use and dispose of products. For example, people should be encouraged to keep old products, as long as these products function appropriately. Environmental groups should disseminate the knowledge of how to recycle disposable goods and household app

30、liances.In conclusion, people 's attitude toward consumption and the increase in disposable income are main reasons behind excessive consumption of disposable items. To address this problem successfully, the top priority is to raise people's awareness of environmental protection, whichcan le

31、ad to a change to their lifestyles.Volunteer work organized by middle schools brings more benefits than problems. To whatextent do you agree or disagree?Volunteer work has widely been promoted in many schools and even recognized as a requirement for a graduation. Despite the fact that volunteer work

32、 has its downside, it is beneficial for participants and the community as a whole. It is clear that students can improve their skills and enrich their social experience by participating in community service.When providing community service, students will encounter numerous problemsand challenges whi

33、ch are rare at school, such as how to introduce community service to the elderly and how to assist children in schooling. Volunteer work enables students to boost their confidence and improve problem-solving abilities, although they are sometimes not aware of this benefit. A second benefit is that s

34、tudents can integrate their academic experience with their practical experience. It comes as no surprise that many employers now express strong interest in thosegraduates with volunteer experience. The increase in the number of young volunteers is also of benefit to the community. Some services, suc

35、h as those that aim to help the homeless, often have financial problems, which can be solved if young volunteers are involved. It can also raise the awareness of some social problems (such as environmental issues and animal rights) among people, especially young people. In a society where people are

36、 willing to help each other, people have a sense of belonging, which is crucial to community cohesion.The value of volunteer work is sometimes discounted by its deficiencies. We cannot rule out the possibility that community service is not well-planned so it can lead to the overuse of volunteers 

37、9;time and energy. Another problem is the lack of flexibility, which makes volunteer work tedious and strenuous rather than stimulating and educational. Volunteers are not devoted to the service, possibly because the value of their labour is not explicit.The discussion of these factors leadsimportan

38、ce of volunteer work for studentsIn order to rally support for volunteerto the conclusion that we should recognize the'abilities, career prospects and social development.work, volunteer service organizations should tailorthese services to meet vounterrs'needs.News has a remarkable influence

39、on people's opinions and ideas, do you think it is a positiveor negative change?We are bombarded with the information presented by the news media, including newspaper, radio, television and the Internet. There is a growing recognition that news is important in forming and affecting public opinio

40、n. From a personal point of view, the undue influence of the news media is a challenge to society.More often than not, news magnifies the effect of some events, spreading anxiety throughout society. It is customary for the news media to exaggerate the magnitude of some crises or threats (such as ter

41、rorist attacks, natural disasters, serial murders and financial crises) in an attempt to attract intended viewers and raise viewing rates. This will lead to viewer overreaction and mood swings as they will tend to believe that they are under threat constantly. Their feelings will be strong if these

42、events occur in the vicinity. Not only does it affect their wellbeing but it also erodes their confidence in interpersonal relationships.News can also cultivate and affect one's attitudes towards some people or events but fail tooffer an insight into the truth in all cases. In choosing newsworth

43、y events, news agencies show a preference for those events that live up to viewers 'expectations and support their notions.For example, media coverage of crime will reinforce stereotypes about some social groups, such as minority ethnic groups, because news reports increase these people's re

44、presentationintentionally. Many news agencies obtain financial sponsorship from political parties or for-profit organizations, so they present some biased information to affect people's opinions.There are numerous examples that illustrate this point. Some drug companies describe their products as major breakthroughs in the news media, in an effort to convinc