SOCIETY

SPEAKING QUESTIONS ABOUT SOCIETY

1. Do you think having neighbours are important and necessary? Why?

2. How has technology changed our society?

3. Modern society is often called ‘materialistic’. Why? Do you agree?

4. Do you think consumerism is a positive or a negative development?

5. What other types of relationship, apart from friends or family, are important in people’s lives today?

6. Have relationships with neighbours where you live changed in recent years?

7. How important do you think it is for a person to spend some time alone? Why/Why not?

8. What kind of possessions shows status in your country? Do you think it was different for your grandparents?

9. Why do some people like to discuss choices with other people?

10. Why do some people choose to do the same things every day? What is your personal opinion about this? Is it advantageous?