- Would you consider rap to be a "chant" or a "rant" or, indeed, something else? Jun 16
- "It is not the singer but the song that counts." How far do you agree? Jun 16
- Assess the impact of poetry on people today. Refer to specific poets. Jul 16
- To what extent is it important for a good film to have a big budget? Refer to specific examples. Jun 16
- Evaluate the importance of dance in your society or community. Jul 16
- What kind of music do you find most appealing? Give reasons and examples for your choice. Jun 15
- What, in your opinion, makes a work of art worth a huge amount of money? Give reasons and support your argument with examples. Jun 15
- Assess what distinguishes a successful film from an unsuccessful one. Jul 16
- How far do you agree that films should focus more on storytelling than special effects? Jun 16
- How far would you agree that art is "anything you can get away with"? Jun 15
- Who is your favourite composer of music? Give reasons and examples for your choice. Jun 15
- Puppetry is one of the world`s most ancient performing arts. How significant is this art form today? Jul 16
- What options, other than imprisonment, would you think appropriate for the punishment of criminals? Justify your suggestions. Jun 16
- "Terrorists should be treated as criminals, not as political prisoners." Discuss. Jun 16
- "Prisons make people worse rather than better." What is your view? Jun 16
- "The war against drug trafficking is a worldwide failure." Discuss. Jun 16
- How much of a social problem is internet gambling? Jun 15
- "If you are convicted of a crime, you should lose your rights as a citizen." Consider this view. Jun 16
- How effective are the police in tackling crime where you live? Jun 15
- Would you consider rap to be a "chant" or a "rant" or, indeed, something else? Jun 16
- You are designing a literature syllabus for post-16 students in your country. Indicate which local writers you would include and why. Jun 16
- Evaluate the importance of dance in your society or community. Jul 16
- What makes your country different from other countries? Jun 16
- "Modern buildings are ugly; historic buildings are beautiful." To what extent would you agree? Jun 15
- What kind of music do you find most appealing? Give reasons and examples for your choice. Jun 15
- What, in your opinion, makes a work of art worth a huge amount of money? Give reasons and support your argument with examples. Jun 15
- Would you consider your society to be too fashion conscious? Jun 15
- To what degree have local languages influenced spoken and/or written English in your country? Jun 15
- To what extent do traditional values influence your country`s progress? Jun 16
- To what extent are foreign television programmes destroying the culture of your country? Jul 16
- "There is more to history than just learning the facts." Discuss. Jun 16
- Which novels have you least enjoyed studying at school? Give reasons for your choices. Jun 15
- You are designing a literature syllabus for post-16 students in your country. Indicate which local writers you would include and why. Jun 16
- "It is the mark of an educated mind to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it." How far would you agree with this view? Jun 15
- What advantages and disadvantages do you see in studying for a qualification online? Jun 16
- Evaluate the possible advantages of apprenticeships and training in the work place over school and college courses. Jul 16
- "Modern toys fail to stimulate a child`s creativity and imagination." In your experience, how far is this true? Jun 15
- To what extent is accurate grammar important in speech and in the written word? Jun 15
- "Natural disasters teach us about the world we live in." How true is this statement? Jun 16
- Consider the relative merits of state schools and private schools in your country. Jun 16
- "Education should not only be about qualifications." Discuss this view with reference to your country. Jun 16
- To what extent is learning a foreign language important in your society? Jun 15
- "To be an effective writer you need to be influenced by what you have read." How far do you agree? Jul 16
- To what extent is it important for a good film to have a big budget? Refer to specific examples. Jun 16
- Assess what distinguishes a successful film from an unsuccessful one. Jul 16
- To what extent has television had a negative impact on "live" entertainment? Jun 15
- "Watching television limits the imagination whereas listening to the radio expands it." Discuss. Jul 16
- Puppetry is one of the world`s most ancient performing arts. How significant is this art form today? Jul 16
- To what extent are "reality shows" on television actually "real"? Jun 16
- Account for the popularity of the superhero genre among younger age groups. Jul 16
- "Natural disasters bring out the best in a nation`s people." How far is this true? Jun 16
- "Organic farming can never solve the world`s food problems." Discuss. Jun 15
- Consider the arguments for and against using the resources of the Polar regions. Jun 16
- Consider what makes a beautiful garden or park. Using local or other examples, state your case. Jul 16
- Several countries that pioneered and developed wind power technology are less enthusiastic about it now. Is their lack of enthusiasm justified? Jun 16
- What do you understand by "sustainable development"? How far has it progressed in your region? Jun 15
- To what extent can the impact of natural disasters be lessened? Jun 15
- "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? Jun 16
- "Developing countries cannot afford "green" technology because they have more urgent priorities." What is your view? Jun 16
- "Natural disasters teach us about the world we live in." How true is this statement? Jun 16
- Consider the effectiveness of the land use and farming techniques of your country in meeting its future needs. Jul 16
- To what extent should developing countries be expected to limit their industrial output to suit current environmental concerns? Jun 15
- How far should the state interfere with an individual`s right to smoke and drink alcohol? Jun 15
- Assess the benefits and drawbacks of cosmetic surgery. Jun 15
- "Unless there is the freedom to give offence there is no freedom of expression." How far do you agree? Jul 16
- Should quality and durability be essential features of consumer goods? Jun 16
- What options, other than imprisonment, would you think appropriate for the punishment of criminals? Justify your suggestions. Jun 16
- "Sugar is the new tobacco." Consider the relevance of this statement. Jul 16
- "No limits whatsoever should be placed on medical research." Discuss. Jun 15
- "It is essential to maintain the integrity of sport." Discuss this statement in the light of recent scandals in various sports. Jun 15
- Examine whether manners and courtesy have any value in today`s society. Jul 16
- How far is it possible for corporations to combine profit-making with ethical business practices? Jun 16
- "Journalists often intrude too far into private lives." Discuss. Jun 16
- "There are circumstances in which curiosity might endanger scientific progress." Discuss. Jul 16