41. Some people think that human needs for farmland, housing, and industry are more important than saving land for endangered animals. Do you agree or disagree with this point of view? Why or why not? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
42. What is a very important skill a person should learn in order to be successful in the world today? Choose one skill and use specific reasons and examples to support your choice.
43. Why do you think some people are attracted to dangerous sports or other dangerous activities? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
1)内在的冒险冲动,挑战极限 2)正因为危险,所以更刺激 3)重赏之下,必有勇夫 4)一举成名
44. Some people like to travel with a companion. Other people prefer to travel alone. Which do you prefer? Use specific reasons and examples to support your choice. Some people like to travel with a companion. Other people prefer to travel alone. Which do you prefer?
有游伴: 1)路上有人说话,不闷 2)有人与你分享体验 3)路上可以互相照应
独自旅行: 1)自由自在
45. Some people prefer to get up early in the morning and start the day’s work. Others prefer to get up later in the day and work until late at night. Which do you prefer? Use specific reasons and examples to support your choice.
早起: 1)可与他人同步 2)易于利用社会资源 3)有益于身体
晚睡: 1)工作时没有干扰 2)可使用大块的时间
46. What are the important qualities of a good son or daughter? Have these qualities changed or remained the same over time in your culture? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
1)父母在,不远游 2)反哺报恩 3)精神上关心父母,多与父母交流 4)事业成功,让父母放心
47. Some people prefer to work for a large company. Others prefer to work for a small company. Which would you prefer? Use specific reasons and details to support your choice.
小公司: 1)更多发展机会多 2)更有挑战性
大公司: 1)提供很多的在职培训机会 2)更有保障 3)更高社会地位
48. People work because they need money to live. What are some other reasons that people work? Discuss one or more of these reasons. Use specific examples and details to support your answer.
49. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Face-to-face communication is better than other types of communication, such as letters, email, or telephone calls. Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
50. Some people like to do only what they already do well. Other people prefer to try new things and take risks. Which do you prefer? Use specific reasons and examples to support your choice.