Master List of 261 TOEFL iBT Speaking Topics (Updated January 2022)

 TOEFL is a standardized test that assesses the English language skills of non-native speakers wishing to study in an English-speaking country.

The TOEFL Speaking section is a part of the paper-based TOEFL test and the Internet-based TOEFL iBT test. The Speaking section measures your ability to speak English in an academic setting.

The list contains 261 speaking prompts for students who are preparing for the TOEFL iBT test. These prompts cover all types of academic topics, from science and social sciences to arts and humanities.

261 SPEAKING TOPICS FOR TOEFL iBT 

1. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Schools should not allow young children to use calculators during math classes and exams.

==

2. Some elementary schools are establishing policies that prohibit teachers from giving homework to children, so all assignments are completed during the school day rather than at home after school. Do you agree with such policies?

==

3. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Preserving the environment is the responsibility of the government of each country.

==

4. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Before taking a job in a particular field, students should get some experience in that field through a part-time job or summer employment.

==

5. When taking notes during a lecture or meeting, some people prefer to write them by hand on paper. Other people prefer to take notes by typing them on a laptop or other devices. Which one do you prefer? Explain why, using details and examples.

==

6. Some people prefer to be constantly busy and always have something to do. Others prefer not to be busy all the time but to spend some periods of time doing nothing. Which approach do you think is better? Explain why.

==

7. Imagine you have been offered two jobs. One job pays a very high salary but requires you to work very long hours and on weekends. The other job pays a lower salary but does not require you to work outside of regular business hours. Which job would you choose? Explain why.

==

8. When students are reading, some choose the books from the reading list their schools give. Others choose books by themselves. Which do you prefer? Use reasons and examples to explain your opinion.

==

9. Imagine that there is a proposal to lower the age at which a person can get a license to drive a car in your country. Would you agree or disagree with this proposal? Explain why.

==

10. Some teachers have an informal style and treat their students almost like friends. Other teachers have a more formal style and keep a professional distance from students. Which teaching style do you think is better for learning? Explain why.

==

11. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? People should always wear fashionable clothes. Please use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.

==

12. Many students are asked to evaluate their professors at the end of the semester. Do you think it is a good idea? Why?

==

13. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? We should be completely honest with friends.

==

14. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Parents should discourage children from joining some competitive activities like sports.

==

15. Which one do you agree? Children born with talent should be treated in a different way or they should be treated in the same way as average children.

==

16. Some students enjoy decorating their surroundings; others choose to keep their surroundings simple and free of any decorations. Which do you prefer and why?

==

17. Some people like participating in performances like theatrical or musical shows. Others prefer to be in the audience watching those plays. Which do you prefer?

==

18. If a children’s museum is going to have an exhibition, which of the following subjects will be the most attractive to children?

A. Robot technology

B. Deepseamarinelife

C. Solar system

==

19. Children may be unwilling to learn musical instruments since they need to keep practicing. What should parents do?

A. Force children to learn a musical instrument.
B. Let children choose whether to learn a musical instrument.

==

20. Do you like to make a plan with friends about social activities in advance or plan it when you attend it?

==

21. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Happiness comes from helping others rather than helping yourself. Use reasons and examples to explain your opinion.

==

22. Do you think it's a good idea for a university to ask a student to leave school if he was caught cheating in exams?

==

23. When a friend is coming to visit your place, do you prefer a surprise visit or an informed one?

==

24. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? It is easier to teach students in primary school than it is to teach students in the university.

==

25. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? In order to be successful, one has to make enemies.

==

26. Some recent university graduates choose to spend a period of time doing volunteer work or community service before they start their careers. Others think it is better to start working as soon as possible after graduation. Which view do you agree with? Use details and examples to explain your answer.

==

27. There are several ways you can get to know a country without traveling abroad. Which of the following ways would you like to choose?

1. Reading books

2. Watching videos

3. Joining online communication groups

Choose one and explain why.

==

28. You are required to be a volunteer on a school beautification day, which of the following would you like to choose.

1. planting in campus flowers garden

2. picking up garbage and collecting the recyclable material

3. painting natural and outside arts

Give specific reasons to support your answer.

==

29. Do you agree or disagree that important business meetings should be held in person rather than use technology such as video conference calls. Give specific reasons to support your answer.

==

30. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? People perform better when they are under some stress or pressure. The theory is that when people are under stress, they tend to have a clearer motivation about their goals. Use details and examples to explain your answer.

==

31. If the government has a large sum of money, which area would suggest the government invest to?

1. Space exploration

2. Education

3. Health care

==

32. The school decided to cancel the long summer vacation. So students have to attend school all year with some short breaks during holidays. Do you agree or disagree? Please explain the reasons.

==

33. When people acquire a new electronic device, such as a camera or a computer, they may be unsure of how it works. Some people prefer to read the directions to understand how it works. Other people prefer to experiment with the device, to try to figure it out on their own. Which do you prefer and why?

==

34. The school needs to cut club subsidies. Which of the following clubs do you think should be cut in subsidies?

1. sports club

2. academic club

3. skiing club

==

35. Some countries have approved “homeschool” as part of education. Do you agree or disagree with this policy?

==

36. Professors shouldn’t allow students to record class lectures. Do you agree or disagree with this policy?

==

37. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? The purpose of art is to guide our life.

==

38. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Good luck is as important as hard work for a person’s success.

==

39. Some professors prefer to answer students’ questions at the end of the lecture, and others stop at different points to answer students’ questions. Which style do you think is better for learning?

==

40. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? The government should spend money on projects that can encourage citizens to lead a healthier lifestyle. Please give your opinion and explanation.

==

41. Some people believe that we should not discuss the private activities of popular people, like movie stars and singers. Do you agree? Why?

==

42. You live in a crowded city with only one green space-the city park. The government recently proposes to build a housing complex on this only green space. Do you think this is a good idea?

==

43. Which one of the following fields would you like to donate your money to?

1. community charity

2. environment protection

3. animal rescue

Explain your reasons with examples and details.

==

44. Some people prefer to spend lots of money on vacation. Some people would spend little money on vacation. Which do you prefer and why?

==

45. In a workplace, should the employer constantly supervise the employees, or is it better that the employer only checks the employees occasionally? Please include specific reasons and details in your response.

==

46. Which would you prefer: start a project as early as possible or wait until the deadline?

==

47. Some parents think they should protect students from making mistakes. Some think they should let them make mistakes. What do you think?

==

48. Do you agree or disagree? Children should listen to or read the news at an early age.

==

49. Some people think they should learn math at school while others think they should learn math at work. Which do you prefer?

==

50. There is a policy that parents should not be allowed to see children's grades without their permission. Do you agree or disagree?

==

51. Some people like to write diaries or take photos to record what they've experienced when they're traveling, others don't do so. What's your opinion on it? Please explain with details.

==

52. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Kids should be allowed to keep pets.

==

53. Do you agree or disagree that government should pass a law to fine people who use mobile phones when crossing the street?

==

54. Which one do you prefer: taking classes in the morning or in the afternoon?

==

55. When giving feedbacks to students, some teachers would like to talk to their students in person, while some teachers would give written comments to students. Which do you prefer and why?

==

56. The university is going to increase the price of junk food, to make more money, and use the money to add more kinds of healthy food. Do you agree or disagree?

==

57. Some students like teachers who often supervise their study and work, while others like teachers who allow them to study independently and check their work occasionally. Which one do you prefer? Explain your reasons.

==

58. Some people prefer sending messages while others prefer making phone calls directly, which one do you prefer?

==

59. Some people want to change their appearance, even by surgery. Do you agree or disagree? Give your reasons.

==

60. If you are going to have an interview with famous people in your community, which of the following people will you choose?

1. businessman

2. professor

3. artist

Give detailed information to support your answer and explain why.

==

61. Among the following jobs, which one do you think is the most interesting one and why?

1. airplane pilot

2. actor

3. detective

==

62. If universities are given financial support to develop researches, which one do you think would receive more benefits?

1. To predict weather more accurately

2. To clean rivers and ocean

3. To deal with outer space

==

63. Your university has acquired a piece of land next to the campus. There have been three options for the use of the land. Which do you prefer? Why?

A. athletic facilities and stadiums
B. a park with nature trails
C. centers for students and hotel for campus guests

==

64. The university's international office is going to hold a social event. Which one of the following choices do you think is the best?

A. international food fair

B. international music festival 

C. international film festival

==

65. The university currently requires all the students to take the physical education course to graduate. Which of the following options will you choose?

A. soccer 

B. dancing

==

66. Which of the following areas of current events do you most like to read? 

A. Politics

B. Sports

C. Arts and films

==

67. There is going to be a students’ TV show. Which show would you like to watch? Please give your reasons.

A. An interview with school leaders

B. Students’ debate on political and social topics 

C. Comedy about school life

==

68. Our degree requires you to take one course, which one would you choose?

1. Energy and environment

2. Health and nutrition

3. Solar system

==

69. The university wants to provide students more entertainment. Three choices are provided below; which do you prefer and why?

1. theater performance by student actors

2. concert provided by professional musicians

3. lecture by a professor

==

70. Some people believe old people should not take risks and participate in adventurous events as young people. Do you agree? Why?

==

71. You have been very busy and unable to prepare for the exam tomorrow. You can either stay up late to study and sleep less or just study less and get a full night’s sleep. Which will you prefer?

==

72. Some students think that they should be graded based on participating in the class discussions, while others think that they should be graded based on written work, such as paper. Which opinion would you prefer? Why?

==

73. If you are to choose between two apartments to live in next semester; one apartment is near the campus but is slightly expensive, the other is a little far from the campus but is cheaper. Which one do you prefer and why?

==

74. Imagine that you have been accepted by two different universities: one university is well-known for its excellent academic program, but it’s expensive, while the other one is less well-known, but has offered you a scholarship to pay for your tuition fee. Which university would you prefer? Explain why.

==

75. Many people think that students study course materials more effectively by taking exams, while others think that students learn more effectively through doing other activities such as writing papers or completing projects. Which do you think is more effective for students to learn?

==

76. You will need to accomplish an assignment to do a presentation. Which will you choose?

A. Act out a scene from a play (with a partner)

B. Explain your review of a novel you recently read 

C. Read a selection of poem

==

77. Which of the following aspects do you think contributes most to the country's success?

A. many business opportunities

B. well-rounded medical care system 

C. a developed educational system

==

78. Some choose to work in a small company or organization with a few workers. Others prefer to work in a large company or organization with thousands of employees. Which do you think is better?

==

79. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Current celebrities (like musicians, actors/actresses, athletes) set a good example as role models for young people.

==

80. Do you agree or disagree that hiring experienced teachers is a deciding factor for the success of a school?

==

81. Which campus improvement do you suggest your school make: swimming pool, cafeteria, or dormitory? Please give specific reasons to support your opinion.

==

82. Which of the following three would you choose to do in summer vacation? Working as a:

A. librarian

B. painter in an art center

C. life guard in the natatorium

==

83. Which of the following technological developments has made the greatest impact on students’ lives?

A. electronic books 

B. online classes

C. smartphones

==

84. If you are going to choose a roommate, which of the following qualities is the most important to you?

A. Cleanness 

B. Friendliness 

C. Quietness

==

85. Which would you prefer: doing exercise every day or only when you are free?

==

86. Do you agree or disagree that it is important for young people to learn some skills like cooking, sewing and taking care of children?

==

87. Which of the following choice do you think has the greatest impact on environmental protection?

1. Governmental regulations

2. Environmental awareness groups

3. Individual efforts

==

88. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Schools need to encourage students to be more creative and use imagination to be successful people.

==

89. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? It is more important to maintain relationships with family members than with friends.

==

90. Some people get to know a person by the first observation while others prefer to get to know a person by long time observation. Which one do you prefer? Explain why.

==

91. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Older doctors are more knowledgeable than young doctors? Use specific details and examples to explain why.

==

92. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? For being successful in business, being outgoing and friendly is very important.

==

93. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Students learn more when teachers assign a lot of homework. Use specific details and examples to explain why.

==

94. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? A boss or a manager should not form close friendships with their employees.

==

95. Do you agree or disagree? Government should not allow violence and bad language in television programs.

==

96. Which type of professor do you prefer: an interesting professor with a strict grading policy or a boring professor with a loose grading policy?

==

97. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? It is easier to be an adult than it is to be a child.

==

98. Your university will sponsor one of the following activities for students: 

A. an outdoor camp night

B. a music festival to experience the local culture

C. a computer game contest in the dorm 

Which do you think is the best and why?

==

99. What kind of activity do you think that children do to cultivate a sense of responsibility?

A. keeping a pet
B. doing house chores
C. helping take care of their younger sisters or brothers

Use specific details and examples in your response.

==

100. Some people prefer to solve a challenge all by themselves. Others prefer to depend on other people’s help. Which do you prefer and why? Include details and examples in your explanation.

==

101. When students have questions about an assignment for class, some prefer to ask their professors for help, while others would rather ask fellow students. Which do you prefer?

==

102. Some people prefer to have their schedules fully and specifically arranged. Some people, however, prefer to leave themselves a lot of free time. Which do you prefer and why?

==

103. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Students should do some part-time jobs before they attend college. Please use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.

==

104. Do you think it is important for people to learn about local history?

==

105. A big corporation is planning to invest in a factory in your hometown. This factory will create many job opportunities for people, but also will bring a lot of pollution at the same time. Do you agree or disagree with the plan?

==

106. Some people prefer talking about their opinion immediately when they get the topic, while others prefer to wait and listen to others before they talk about their own opinion. Which one do you prefer and why?

==

107. Do you agree or disagree with the statement? It's never acceptable to interrupt other people when they are talking.

==

108. One of your friends decided to study more courses in order to graduate one year earlier. Do you agree or disagree?

==

109. Your university decided to allow local communities to attend classes on campus; they could enter into the class but can't ask questions and don't have assignments. Do you agree or not?

==

110. Do you agree or disagree? Physical exercise is more important for older people than young people.

==

111. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? It is acceptable that someone uses others’ influence to get a job.

==

112. If you are an interviewer, which of the following aspects of the job seeker will you consider? Why?

A. Performance during the interview 

B. Education

C. Work experience

==

113. Do you prefer to be friends with peers or friends of different ages?

==

114. Do you prefer to choose regular working hours or work more freely at home?

==

115. Some people think that the library should be quiet. Some people think that social activities should be provided for students to meet friends and have meetings. What do you think?

==

116. Even if you are older, you can get a university degree. Do you disagree with this view?

==

117. School campus newspapers need to add a new section; which one do you think will make students feel interested?

1. local restaurant reviews

2. tips on traveling

3. film recommendation

==

118. Do you agree or disagree? Children should take part in sports teams to be more socially developed.

==

119. If the government wants to invest in the following three areas, what do you think is the most worthwhile?

A. land exploration

B. education 

C. health care

==

120. Some libraries will disappear while others think libraries are always necessary. Which idea do you agree with, and please give specific details to support your opinion.

==

121. Among the following jobs, which do you is the most interesting one and why? 

A. airplane pilot

B. actor

C. detective

==

122. Female and male university students should have separate residence halls. Do you agree or disagree?

==

123. Which of the following creative activities do you like to get involved in? 

A. Pottery making
B. Writing
C. Art creation

Choose one and explain why.

==

124. Which one would you like to choose for your final project?

1. Having a presentation

2. Writing a paper

3. Preparing a video

125. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? We should help our friends only when they ask for help.

==

126. The university decides to remodel the dormitory and add a new space to it. Which space do you recommend to add in your dormitory?

A. Cafe

B. Study room

C. Game room

==

127. All people should be required to stop working and retire by age 65. Do you agree or disagree?

==

128. Your friend wants to come to your country. What things do you suggest he do and not do to be polite and respectful?

==

129. If you have more money, do you want to spend your money on objects like clothes and electronic devices or spend your money on experience?

==

130. Which of the following areas of current events do you most like to read about?

1. Politics

2. Sports

3. Arts and films

==

131. Some students prefer to study for exams at night. Other students prefer to study during the day. Which one do you prefer? Explain why.

==

132. Some people speak out in class, others prefer to listen and quietly observe. Which do you think leads to greater success in school? Explain why you think so.

==

133. Students are asked to write a final project about the famous historical city where you live. Which way do you choose?

1. video the famous buildings

2. visit the old people

3. Research and write a paper

==

134. Many people prefer to read books in electronic format on a computer screen or other devices. Some other people prefer to read books on paper printed copies. Which way do you prefer? Why?

==

135. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? With the popularity of technology that focuses on entertainment, people read fewer books than before.

==

136. The university wants to provide students more entertainment and three choices are provided below; which do you prefer and why?

A. A theater performance by the student actors 

B. A concert provided by a professional musician 

C. A lecture by a professor

==

137. Friends may disagree with each other, and still maintain a friendship. Do you agree with or disagree with this idea, why?

==

138. Which of the following three activities do you prefer to do with a group of people rather than alone?

A. Eat a meal

B. Listen to music 

C. Do homework

==

139. In your opinion, which of the following behavior is the most negative one displayed by children?

A. Being selfish

B. Speaking impolitely 

C. Being loud

==

140. What would you most like to take a course in? 

A. Mathematics

B. Painting

C. Science

==

141. Do you agree or disagree? It is important for a child to spend a short period of time living far away from home, visiting relatives and friends.

==

142. Your friends are planning to take a part-time job while attending the university. Do you think it is a good idea? Why?

==

143. There are two invitations. One is a party with your friends and the other is having a dinner party with your parents. Which one would you prefer and why?

==

144. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? It is never too late to get a degree in university.

==

145. Some people prefer to buy new books while some people would like to buy used books. Which one do you prefer?

==

146. If a university plans to add a new course that is not being offered to students, which of the following courses, in your opinion, would attract more students?

1. Sound engineering and recording

2. History of rock music

3. Film studies

==

147. Some are willing to own and manage their own company, and some prefer to work in others’ companies. Which do you prefer and why?

==

148. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? One of the best ways to learn about a country’s culture is through watching television shows in that country.

==

149. Some people suggest students eat and drink during classes. Do you think it is a good idea?

==

150. Some people learn more in the morning. Some others learn more in the afternoon. Which one is better for you?

==

151. Some people think it is more important to spend time with family rather than study or work. Which opinion would you prefer? Why?

==

152. Some students prefer to choose a career before getting into college. Other students prefer to choose a career after taking some university courses. Which one do you prefer and why?

==

153. Which of the following functions of smartphones is the most beneficial to students?

1. taking photos

2. listening to the music

3. recording lectures

==

154. Some people go to exercise outside or go to the gym every day while others do exercise or go to the gym when they have free time. Which opinion would you prefer? Why?

==

155. Your degree requires that you choose a history course. Which of the following courses would you prefer?

1. Art history

2. Twentieth-century world history

3. Science history

Choose ONE of the three courses. Use specific details and examples to explain why.

==

156. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? It is important for children to learn to draw or paint.

==

157. Which do you think is better: watching the news or reading the news? Explain why.

==

158. If you can have a part-time job at the university, what position would you choose: a lab assistant, a campus tour guide, or a library assistant? Please give specific reasons.

==

159. Some people prefer to learn about current events through watching television news programs. Others prefer to read about current events in newspapers or on the Internet. Which one do you prefer? Why?

==

160. Which of the following ways is the best in getting to know Italian culture? 

A. watching Italian movies

B. learning Italian cooking

C. attending Italian lectures or classes

==

161. Some people prefer to do shopping in large grocery stores or department stores. Others prefer to do shopping in small grocery stores. Which do you prefer and why? Use specific reasons and examples to support your response.

==

162. If you are a teacher of a tutor group and you are going to take students to a study trip, where would you take them to?

1. science museum

2. local farm

3. theater performance

==

163. Do you think it is a good idea for parents to give children money if they have good grades in school? Please include details and examples in your explanation.

==

164. Teaching quality is very important to a university. What about other significant factors? Which one would you choose in the first place and why?

A. Size
B. Price
C. Location

==

165. When learning to use a new product, some people prefer to read the instruction manual. Others prefer to figure out how to use the product on their own. Which do you prefer and why? Give details and examples to support your response.

==

166. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Building zoos helps to protect animals. Please give your answer with specific examples and details.

==

167. Which of the following activities should a university value most?

1. Volunteer service

2. Athletic achievement

3. Academic performance

==

168. Do you prefer a big family or a small family? Please give your answer with specific examples and details.

==

169. Do you agree with the statement: employees should be allowed to listen to music at work?

==

170. Some people prefer jobs working with computers or other technology, others like jobs working with no such technology. Which do you think is better and why?

==

171. Some people prefer to wash dishes with a dishwasher. Others prefer to wash dishes by hand. Which do you prefer and why?

==

172. Do you agree or disagree with the statement that we should let children use computers or other electronic devices as early as they can?

==

173. The university plans to turn a long summer holiday into several short holidays. Do you think it's a good idea?

==

174. Which kind of extracurricular activity would you like to attend if you have a chance?

1. writing essays for students’ newspaper

2. joining a hiking club

3. working in the dormitories discipline committee

==

175. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Stories of famous people on TV have no relevance to ordinary people.

==

176. Some people like to get advice from parents or grandparents, while some people like to get help from their peers. Which do you prefer and why? Please include specific reasons and examples to support your answer.

==

177. Some people prefer to make detailed plans for the future. Others prefer to concentrate on present things and don't make any plans at all. Which way do you prefer? Please use specific reasons to support your answer.

==

178. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Wealthy people should be required to help poor people. Please answer the question with specific examples and details.

==

179. What kind of job will you choose: a job through which you can get a lot of money or a job through which you can get great personal satisfaction? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.

==

180. Some people prefer to write many short assignments for a semester, others prefer to write one or two long assignments for a semester. Which do you prefer? Explain why.

==

181. Some people prefer to live in places where the climate does not change very much, while others prefer to live in places where climate changes with seasons. Which one do you prefer? Why?

==

182. Some people prefer to celebrate special occasions like birthdays with their friends, others prefer to be alone on such occasions. Which do you prefer? Use examples and details to support your response.

==

183. Which one of the three occupations do you think is the hardest?

1. Government worker

2. Doctor

3. Police officer

Please state your reasons with specific details.

==

184. Among the following three professions, which do you think to make the biggest contribution to society?

A. Teachers 

B. Famers 

C. Doctors

==

185. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? In order to stay happy, you must have a job that you love doing.

==

186. Some people prefer to have classes during the day and do part-time jobs in the evening while others prefer to have classes in the evening and do part-time jobs during the day. Which do you prefer?

==

187. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Power and money is the symbol of success.

==

188. Some people like to get a job during summer vacation. Others think it is better to take a class. Which do you prefer and why?

==

189. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? The most important lessons cannot be learned in classrooms.

==

190. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? College education should only be available to people who have done well in secondary school.

==

191. Do you like to be taught by experienced teachers or by new teachers?

==

192. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? It is good for students to attend a university or college in a foreign country. Explain why.

==

193. Some people prefer to make decisions quickly. Others prefer to take their time. Which do you prefer and why? Use specific reasons and examples to support your response.

==

194. Some people prefer to be a leader in a group project, while others prefer to be a supporting member in a group project. Which do you prefer and why? Use examples and details in your explanation.

==

195. Some people prefer to do one job or project at one time. Other people prefer to do several jobs or projects at the same time. Which do you prefer and why?

==

196. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Personality changes as one grows older.

==

197. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Children should be required to help with household tasks as soon as they are old enough to do so. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.

==

198. What do you think is the most important quality of a working environment: good leaders, good colleagues, or flexible time?

==

199. Do you agree or disagree? Cell phone has changed our lives greatly.

==

200. Some people like to spend their spare time with friends, some people like to spend it alone. Which one do you prefer?

==

201. If you were to become a volunteer at the school or in the community, what kind of volunteer work would you do and why?

==

202. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Artists and musicians are important to our society.

==

203. Some students take notes very often during class. Other students do not take notes or rarely take notes. Which do you think is better?

==

204. Watching TV is not a good use of time. Do you agree or disagree? 205. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? What a person wears can show his or her personality.

==

206. Do you prefer to listen to live music like concerts, or do you prefer to listen to recorded music?

==

207. Do you prefer to learn from current people and events or from people and events in the past?

==

208. Do you like to go to one place and stay there for a long time for your vacation, or different places and spend little time at each place?

==

209. Choose ONE of the forms of the technology in the list and tell why it has a great impact on people's lives in your country?

A. Airplane

B. computer 

C. television

Use specific reasons and examples to support your response.

==

210. Which is better for children: to grow up in a big city or to grow up in a small town?

==

211. Some people like to watch or listen to the news every day while others do that occasionally. Which do you prefer and why? Use specific reasons and examples to illustrate your point.

==

212. Do you prefer to have fast food in a fast-food restaurant, or do you prefer to have food in other kinds of places?

==

213. Some students prefer to take an essay question where they must write an essay to a question. Other students prefer to take a test with objective/multiple-choice questions. Which type of exam question do you prefer? Give reasons and examples in your explanation.

==

214. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? People who are 18 years old are not mature enough to vote.

==

215. Are you willing to carefully choose the gift which your friends like or choose whatever you like?

==

216. Among the following three types of books, which do you like the least? 

A. mystery novel

B. science fiction 

C. biography

==

217. Do you like to travel alone or travel with your family members? Explain why.

==

218. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Playing computer or video games has a negative influence on teenagers.

==

219. Some college students like to spend their free time studying another course or doing schoolwork. Others like to join a club and enjoy club activities. Which do you think is better and why?

==

220. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? University students should learn how to manage their time more efficiently.

==

221. Some people think it is better for students to study in a class. Others think that it is better for students to study on the Internet. Which do you think is better and why?

==

222. Some students prefer to go to universities or colleges in their hometowns. Others prefer to go to universities or colleges in new cities or towns. Which do you prefer and why? Include details and examples in your explanation.

==

223. Do you prefer to take courses related to a specific career, or do you prefer to take a variety of courses?

==

224. Some people would borrow money to buy things they need. Others would save up money until they can afford it. Which would you prefer and why?

==

225. Should students start to plan their careers before entering college, or should they do so until they have entered college and studied for a period of time?

==

226. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? The Internet plays an important role in your life. Use specific examples and details to support your answer.

==

227. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Students nowadays work harder in their studies than students in the past.

==

228. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? People should dress according to the latest fashion.

==

229. Given the choice, many people would prefer to live in an older or more historic building or house. Others would prefer to live in a more modern building or house. Which would you prefer, and why?

==

230. Among the following three professions, which do you respect the most: photographers, musicians, painters? Explain why.

==

231. Which do you prefer, reading paper books or reading electronic books? Explain why.

==

232. Some students prefer to live alone or live with their friends when they study abroad. Other students prefer to live with a local family when they study abroad. Which way do you prefer and why?

==

233. Some people prefer to listen to music while they are studying or working. Others prefer to stay in a quiet place while they are studying or working. Which way do you prefer and why? Include reasons and details in your response.

==

234. Some people like to move about and live in different places. Others like to stay at one place all their lives. Which do you prefer and why?

==

235. Among the following three types of work, which would you enjoy doing the most?

1. helping children with communication problems

2. doing community work

3. growing plants in the garden

==

236. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Watching sports programs on television is not a good use of time.

==

237. Some people prefer outdoor activities such as basketball. Others prefer indoor activities such as yoga. Which would you prefer and why?

==

238. Many schools require their students to complete at least 40 hours of community service. Do you agree or disagree with this requirement? Use specific details and examples to support your opinion.

==

239. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? The success of a school largely depends on the resources it has such as textbooks and journals.

==

240. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Teachers should encourage students to start using computers from primary school. Give details and examples to support your response.

==

241. Do you agree or disagree that assignments handed in after the deadline should receive a lower score?

==

242. Some people like to collect old things such as newspapers. Others throw things away after they have used them. Which do you prefer and why?

==

243. Some people like to reading paper books while others like to listen to audiobooks. Which do you prefer and why?

==

244. People should be encouraged to visit science and art museums. Do you agree or disagree?

==

245. If you were to choose a place to live, what kind of location would you prefer and why?

1. a place close to school

2. a place close to your family

3. a place close to a transportation hub (airport or bus terminal, etc.)

==

246. Some people think the best way to study is to attend a lecture. Others say that it’s better to read by yourself. Which way do you prefer and why?

==

247. Should employees be required to wear suits in the workplace, or should they wear casual clothes?

==

248. If a foreign tourist visits your city, where would you take this tour?

1. a factory

2. a university

3. a museum

Give reasons for your answer.

==

249. Between the following two places, where would you choose to live?

1. a big, new place but far from your workplace and/or university

2. a small, old place which is near your workplace and/or university

==

250. Which of the following three subjects would you choose to learn? 

A. Math,

B. painting

C. science

Explain what you want to learn from this subject.

==

251. Do you prefer to use e-mails to communicate with your friends and family members or do you prefer to use the telephone?

==

252. If you are asked by your teacher to do community service, which of the following would you choose? Explain why.

A. helping children with their homework 

B. teaching adults to use the computer 

C. cleaning city park

==

253. Do you prefer to live in an area that is noisy but close to shops or public transportation, or an area that is quiet but far away from shops and public transportation?

==

254. Instead of printing books in paper versions, the university decides to release only the online version of textbooks. Do you agree or disagree with this change?

==

255. People are encouraged to use reusable bags and bring their own bags when going shopping, and there will be a fee imposed on plastic bags. Do you agree or disagree with this policy?

==

256. Now teachers tend to assign group assignments instead of individual assignments. Do you agree or disagree with this policy?

==

257. Nowadays students usually take exams in class, but some universities allow students to take exams at home. Which one do you prefer?

==

258. Nowadays, many people tend to move to a new city to work or study. Do you think it is a good idea?

==

259. Some schools require students to finish a reading list during school breaks. Do you agree or disagree with this policy?

==

260. Many schools do not allow students to take their laptop computers into the classroom. Do you agree or disagree with this policy?

==

261. Some people think students should be allowed to eat in class? Do you agree or disagree with this idea? 

If you want to download a PDF file, you can do so here: Download Link