8001 General Paper 1 November 2013 What is currently the most important political challenge being faced by your country and to what extent is it being tackled? Politics How far do receiving countries really benefit from development aid? Globalization Economics How far is poverty still a problem in your country? Social Economics "If you are convicted of a crime, you should lose your rights as a citizen." Consider this view. Crime & Punishment Politics To what extent is "green" technology affordable? Science & Technology Environmental Economics What are the "delights" of studying mathematics? Mathematics Education "The war against drug trafficking is a worldwide failure." Discuss. Politics Crime & Punishment Globalization "We are lucky to live in an age in which we are still making scientific discoveries." Discuss. Science & Technology Social "Journalists often intrude too far into private lives." Discuss. Media Ethics Social "I still value reading books but the e-reader is simply more convenient." What is your view? Science & Technology Literature How far would you agree that most people today are too smart to be manipulated by advertising? Media Social How far would you consider that royal and/or celebrity weddings merit the attention they receive worldwide? Social Culture How far is it possible for corporations to combine profit-making with ethical business practices? Business Ethics Consider the relative merits of state schools and private schools in your country. Education Social "Foreign aid should be the responsibility of private individuals and established charities, not governments." How far do you agree? Globalization Politics "Prisons make people worse rather than better." What is your view? Crime & Punishment Social "Developing countries cannot afford "green" technology because they have more urgent priorities." What is your view? Economics Environmental Globalization "The majority of the world population believe our climate is changing, but only a minority believe this change is caused by man." What is your opinion? Environmental Globalization Science & Technology To what extent do traditional values influence your country's progress? Culture Social Politics "A census is no more than a headcount." How far would you agree with this statement? Social Politics What kind of advertising do you find ineffective and unconvincing? Give reasons for your choices. Media "Happiness is not the absence of problems but the ability to deal with them." Discuss. Psychology Philosophy How useful and rewarding do you find social networking sites? Science & Technology Social What makes your country different from other countries? Culture Politics Social What is the greatest social challenge currently being faced by your country and how is it being met? Social Politics Assess the strengths and weaknesses of coalition governments. Politics What options, other than imprisonment, would you think appropriate for the punishment of criminals? Justify your suggestions. Crime & Punishment Ethics Should quality and durability be essential features of consumer goods? Economics Ethics Several countries that pioneered and developed wind power technology are less enthusiastic about it now. Is their lack of enthusiasm justified? Science & Technology Environmental What advantages and disadvantages do you see in studying for a qualification online? Education Science & Technology Consider the arguments for and against using the resources of the Polar regions. Environmental Politics Globalization "Natural disasters bring out the best in a nation's people." How far is this true? Social Environmental "Sport makes a significant contribution to society." How far do you agree with this claim? Sports Social To what extent are social networking sites a danger to privacy? Technology Social You are designing a literature syllabus for post-16 students in your country. Indicate which local writers you would include and why. Literature Education Culture Would you consider rap to be a "chant" or a "rant" or, indeed, something else? Culture Arts All Years