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2016 JC GP Prelim Questions by topic

2016 JC Prelim Questions (SCHOOL)

ACJC

  1. Is it worth spending large sums of money on the arts in your society?
  2. ‘Schools have always either neglected or stifled entrepreneurship.’ Should schools change to focus more on entrepreneurship?
  3. ‘Environmentalism needs heroes in order for it to be successful.’ Do you agree? 
  4. How far do you agree that monitoring and keeping up with trends are a meaningless pursuit?
  5. ‘Higher living standards cause people to lose sight of the important things in life.’ Do you agree? 
  6. ‘Propaganda is all around us; no one knows the truth anymore.’ Discuss. 
  7. Is foreign intervention in a country’s affairs ever justified? 
  8. ‘Migrants are a threat to the security and stability of a country today.’ Comment.
  9. ‘Instead of empowering humanity, technology has enslaved humanity.’ To what extent do you agree? 
  10. ‘Despite its current popularity, the future of e-commerce is not bright.’ To what extent is this true? 
  11.  ‘The reward is in the risk.’ To what extent should people in your country
  12. Will there ever be equality for women in sport?

AJC

  1. In times of economic hardship, should a country still invest in the Arts? 
  2. Discuss the importance of museums. 
  3. How far does education in your society prepare students for their careers?
  4. ‘The global demand for food can only be met at the expense of the environment.’ To what extent do you agree?
  5. How desirable is city living? 
  6. Should there be any age restrictions for employment?
  7. Is it ever justifiable for the State to intervene in business practices? 
  8. To what extent should the government be blamed for poverty within a country? ‘Technology has corrupted the beauty of language.’ Is this a fair comment? 
  9. ‘Countries will benefit more from cooperation than competition today.’ How far do you agree?
  10. ‘Graciousness is of little value today.’ How far is this true for your society? 
  11. Consider the view that female athletes are less recognised than male athletes in professional sports.

CJC

  1. Can fantasy books and films offer anything more than an escape from reality?
  2. To what extent can increased spending on the Arts be justified in your society today? 
  3. How far do you agree that courses offered in higher education should meet the practical needs of your society?
  4. Can international peace and stability really be attained today?
  5. ‘Entrepreneurship is about solving problems rather than making profits.’ What is your view? 
  6. Should we always tell the truth?
  7. Consider the view that it is always better to end the lives of those on life support. 
  8. ‘Democracy has failed the people.’ Is this a fair assessment of the world today? 
  9. ‘Despite our rapid technological advancements, we have not improved our lives.’ Do you agree?
  10. How far would you agree that social inequality is the primary cause of conflict in the world today? 
  11. Consider the view that women are natural leaders.
  12. ‘Opportunities for the disabled still fall short of what they should be.’ To what extent is this the case in your society today? 

DHS 

  1. Consider the view that design is aesthetically satisfying but of little practical use. 
  2. In your society, how effectively do schools prepare the young for the demands of the economy? 
  3. Is there any point in fighting for animal rights? 
  4. Does travel offer anything more than an escape from reality? 
  5. ‘The only way to eliminate crime is to eliminate poverty.’ What are your views? 
  6. ‘A preoccupation with the self is the curse of modern life.’ To what extent do you agree? 
  7. ‘The media promotes a sense of fear in people which is unnecessary and undesired.’ Discuss.
  8. Should the State have unlimited power to deal with the increasing threat of terrorism?
  9. ‘Advances in medical science bring more harm than good.’ Do you agree? 
  10. ‘People in the Sciences contribute more to society than those in the Arts.’ Is this true? 
  11. ‘Children in your society are victims of their parents’ ambitions.’ Discuss. 
  12. ‘Sport and politics should not mix.’ To what extent do you agree?

IJC

  1. ‘There is no value in visiting museums today.’ Discuss.
  2. ‘Far too little attention is given to the Arts in education today.’ How true is this? 
  3. Should poorer countries address environmental issues when the basic needs of their own people are not being met?
  4. Can fiction ever be truthful? 
  5. Discuss the claim that young people are doing nothing good despite being better informed. 
  6. Consider the view that advancements in artificial intelligence will result in more divides. 
  7. Has technology really increased our productivity? 
  8. ‘We need less, not more, choice.’ How true is this today? 
  9. ‘There is now a greater need for the family.’ How true is this of your society?
  10. How valuable is selflessness in today’s world?
  11. To what extent are human rights important for people in your society? 
  12. ‘There is no place for politics in sport.’ Do you agree? 

JJC

  1. Discuss the claim that Singapore is not doing enough to promote creativity among young people.
  2. ‘Music does nothing other than entertain.’ Do you agree? 
  3. Should celebrities be held to higher standards of moral behaviour? 
  4. ‘Businesses should always seek to maximise profits at all costs.’ Is this attitude still applicable today? 
  5. Promises should never be broken.’ What is your view? 
  6. ‘Censorship does more harm than good.’ How far is this true today?
  7. How effective are international efforts in tackling global health threats? =
  8. ‘People should be more concerned about the food they eat and where it comes from.’ To what extent do you agree? 
  9. To what extent can small countries influence global affairs? 
  10. Discuss the view that too much faith is placed in green technology.
  11. How important is tradition in your society today?
  12. Consider the view that the best way to fight poverty is to improve the lives of women. 

NJC

  1. ‘The liveability of a city depends on how well its arts scene is developed.’ Is this true of your society? 
  2. ‘Contemporary films are usually entertaining but rarely meaningful.’ Do you agree? 
  3. ‘Humanity is fighting a losing battle against environmental degradation.’ Discuss. 
  4. ‘In today’s world, style is more important than substance.’ What is your view?
  5. ‘Greed has always been Man’s greatest sin.’ What is your view? 
  6. ‘Only the rich can afford to be ill.’ To what extent is this true? 
  7. Consider the view that small countries cannot exert any real influence in world affairs. 
  8. ‘Good governance is simply about meeting the demands of the people.’ What do you think? 
  9. ‘There is not enough international cooperation to solve the problem of migration.’ How far do you agree? 
  10. Should scientific research using animals ever be permitted? 
  11. ‘It is increasingly easy for women to make their mark on the world today.’ Do you agree? 
  12. Is it really possible for your society to achieve inclusiveness? 

 

NYJC

  1. ‘If the arts are regulated, they lose their value.’ Do you agree? Discuss with reference to one of the following: performing arts, or visual arts
  2. ‘There is opportunity in every crisis.’ Do you agree? 
  3. ‘There is no point in preparing for the future when we do not know what the future brings.’ How far do you agree?
  4. ‘People in the public eye should not be easily forgiven.’ Do you agree? 
  5. ‘Governments have no right to interfere with family matters.’ Discuss with reference to your society. 
  6. Examine the view that government surveillance does not really contribute to greater security. 
  7. ‘Negotiation, not the use of force, is the way to resolve political conflicts.’ Discuss. 
  8. ‘Science and business should be kept separate.’ What is your view? 
  9. To what extent is it justified to use animals in scientific experiments? 
  10. ‘It is more difficult to be a parent today.’ Discuss. 
  11. To what extent do multinational corporations worsen the levels of inequality in the world? 
  12. How far are young people today loyal to their country? Discuss with reference to your society. 

PJC

  1. Is crime a result of poor governance? 
  2. Discuss the value and appeal of science fiction.
  3. ‘Festivals and rituals still have an important role.’ Is this true in your society? 
  4. Consider the view that cities are developing at the expense of the environment. 
  5. ‘A shrinking world results in more, not fewer problems.’ Discuss.
  6. Is it true that the world will be an increasingly difficult place for the disadvantaged? 
  7. ‘Profits must be the sole focus of businesses.’ Do you agree?
  8. ‘The job of raising children is made difficult with the prevalence of technology.’ Comment. 
  9. ‘In the world of modern science and technology we live on the brink of a disaster.’ Do you agree?
  10. ‘It is impossible to balance individual rights with the collective needs of a society.’ To what extent is this true? 
  11. Is there a necessity for marriage in this time and age?
  12. Can a national identity ever be forged in multicultural societies?

 

SAJC

  1. ‘Technology has imprisoned rather than liberated us.’ Is this a fair comment? 
  2. ‘Politics should not be the business of the common man.’ What is your view? 
  3. ‘Businesses should be concerned with environmental protection.’ How realistic is this position? 
  4. Is education for girls the cure for poverty? 
  5. ‘A society that does not value the Arts lacks identity.’ Do you agree?
  6. Does global aid really improve the lives of those who need it the most?
  7. ‘Increasing life expectancy is always a desirable goal.’ Do you agree? 
  8. ‘It is increasingly difficult to tell right from wrong today.’ How far do you agree? 
  9. Is social media to blame for our ignorance? 
  10. Can your society do without the elite? 
  11. ‘A civilised society is characterised by tolerance.’ Discuss. 
  12. To what extent should immigration be blamed for social ills today? 

 

SRJC

  1. ‘Public money should not be wasted on supporting the Arts.’ Discuss this view in the light of your society today. 
  2. ‘Environmental conservation, not poverty alleviation, should be the priority of developing countries.’ Comment. 
  3. ‘Migrants are an inconvenient necessity.’ Is this true? 
  4. Should freedom of speech be protected no matter the cost? 
  5. To what extent is poor governance responsible for the increasing insecurity in many countries today? 
  6. How far should a criminal’s age determine the nature of the punishment? 
  7. Is national identity still important when the world is becoming increasingly globalised? 
  8. ‘We have become too reliant on medical technology today.’ Do you agree with this statement?
  9. ‘Modern methods of transport have brought the world closer together.’ How far is this beneficial? 
  10. ‘Better to be a pet than a child.’ Is this true of your society today? 
  11. ‘International cooperation has no place in this competitive world.’ Discuss. 
  12. Is the term ‘spoilt generation’ a fair description of today’s young in your society? 

 

TJC

  1. Discuss the view that competitive sport brings out the worst in people. 
  2. To what extent does technology complicate rather than simplify our lives? 
  3. ‘The internet makes it more difficult for governments to govern today.’ How far do you agree with this statement? 
  4. Consider the claim that the media today misinforms more than it informs.Is there still a place for loyalty today?
  5. Examine the view that an interconnected world is a more dangerous world.
  6. ‘Developed nations hold the greatest responsibility in protecting the environment.’ Comment.
  7. Is education the most powerful tool we can use to make the world a better place? 
  8. ‘Music is enjoyable, but is essentially a frivolous pursuit.’ Is this a fair comment? 
  9. Do you agree that good parenting is increasingly challenging in your society today? 
  10. How far is your society prepared for its most pressing issues? 
  11. ‘The price of progress has been too high.’ 
  12. To what extent is this true of your society?

 

VJC

  1. ‘The value of sports is overrated.’ Is this true today? 
  2. ‘There has never been a better time for the elderly in your society.’ Discuss. 
  3. Is science and technology advancing too quickly for the good of mankind? 
  4. How far should the government be involved in the private lives of its people? 
  5. Should countries encourage migration today? 
  6. Is the library redundant in today’s world? 
  7. To what extent can education solve the problem of poverty? 
  8. Is it fair to say that the arts do nothing to solve the problems of your society? 
  9. ‘Not enough has been done to tackle discrimination in the world today.’ Do you agree? 
  10. ‘Much appeal but little value.’ Is this an apt description of tourism in the modern world? 
  11. Are ethical practices the key to a successful business? 
  12. ‘Clothes make a man.’ Do you agree with this view? 

YJC 

  1. Consider the argument that the main goal of sports is self-interest rather than the greater good.
  2. ‘The needs of the disadvantaged are well taken care of today.’ To what extent is this true of your society? 
  3. ‘The increasing focus on superheroes is detrimental to the development of children.’ Discuss. 
  4. How prepared are societies today for an economic crisis? 
  5. To what extent has science and technology had a negative impact on people’s values? 
  6. Discuss the view that given the global energy crisis today, green energy should be the solution. 
  7. How liberal should governments be? 
  8. Should there still be any concerns over gender issues when people are more educated? 
  9. How far is it possible for people to address current realities? 
  10. Does literature offer anything more than an appreciation of the language? 
  11. To what extent do visual arts promote national identity in your society? 
  12. ‘The world today does not give us any reason to be optimistic about the future.’ How far do you agree?

 

ARTS/CULT

  1. Is it worth spending large sums of money on the arts in your society? (ACJC 2016)
  2. In times of economic hardship, should a country still invest in the Arts? (AJC 2016)
  3. Discuss the importance of museums. (AJC 2016)
  4. Can fantasy books and films offer anything more than an escape from reality? (CJC 2016)
  5. To what extent can increased spending on the Arts be justified in your society today? (CJC 2016)
  6. Consider the view that design is aesthetically satisfying but of little practical use. (DHS 2016)
  7. ‘There is no value in visiting museums today.’ Discuss. (IJC 2016)
  8. Discuss the claim that Singapore is not doing enough to promote creativity among young people. (JJC 2016)
  9. ‘Music does nothing other than entertain.’ Do you agree? (JJC 2016)
  10. ‘The liveability of a city depends on how well its arts scene is developed.’ Is this true of your society? (NJC 2016)
  11. ‘Contemporary films are usually entertaining but rarely meaningful.’ Do you agree? (NJC 2016)
  12. ‘If the arts are regulated, they lose their value.’ Do you agree? Discuss with reference to one of the following: performing arts, or visual arts. (NYJC 2016)
  13. ‘Festivals and rituals still have an important role.’ Is this true in your society? (PJC 2016)
  14. ‘A society that does not value the Arts lacks identity.’ Do you agree? (SAJC 2016)
  15. ‘Public money should not be wasted on supporting the Arts.’ Discuss this view in the light of your society today. (SRJC 2016)
  16. ‘Music is enjoyable, but is essentially a frivolous pursuit.’ Is this a fair comment? (TJC 2016)
  17. Is it fair to say that the arts do nothing to solve the problems of your society? (VJC 2016)
  18. Does literature offer anything more than an appreciation of the language? (YJC 2016)
  19. To what extent do visual arts promote national identity in your society? (YJC 2016)

 

EDUCATION

  1. ‘Schools have always either neglected or stifled entrepreneurship.’ Should schools change to focus more on entrepreneurship? (ACJC 2016)
  2. How far does education in your society prepare students for their careers? (AJC 2016)
  3. Discuss the value and appeal of science fiction. (PJC 2016)
  4. How far do you agree that courses offered in higher education should meet the practical needs of your society? (CJC 2016)
  5. In your society, how effectively do schools prepare the young for the demands of the economy? (DHS 2016)
  6. ‘Far too little attention is given to the Arts in education today.’ How true is this? (IJC 2016)
  7. An education in the arts should be encouraged as much as the sciences. Discuss this in relation to your society. (MJC 2016)
  8. ‘Schools are no longer the key to overcoming ignorance.’ Do you agree? (RVHS 2016)
  9. Is education for girls the cure for poverty? (SAJC 2016)
  10. Is education the most powerful tool we can use to make the world a better place? (TJC 2016)
  11. To what extent can education solve the problem of poverty? (VJC 2016)

 

ENV

  1. ‘Environmentalism needs heroes in order for it to be successful.’ Do you agree? (ACJC 2016)
  2. ‘The global demand for food can only be met at the expense of the environment.’ To what extent do you agree? (AJC 2016)
  3. Should poorer countries address environmental issues when the basic needs of their own people are not being met? (IJC 2016)
  4. How effective are your society’s efforts in going green? (MJC)
  5. ‘Humanity is fighting a losing battle against environmental degradation.’ Discuss. (NJC 2016)
  6. Consider the view that cities are developing at the expense of the environment. (PJC 2016)
  7. ‘The poor suffer when we focus on the environment.’ Discuss. (RVHS)
  8. ‘Businesses should be concerned with environmental protection.’ How realistic is this position? (SAJC 2016)
  9. ‘Environmental conservation, not poverty alleviation, should be the priority of developing countries.’ Comment. (SRJC 2016)
  10. ‘Developed nations hold the greatest responsibility in protecting the environment.’ Comment. (TJC 2016)

 

GENERAL

  1. How far do you agree that monitoring and keeping up with trends are a meaningless pursuit? (ACJC 2016)
  2. ‘Higher living standards cause people to lose sight of the important things in life.’ Do you agree? (ACJC 2016)
  3. How desirable is city living? (AJC 2016)
  4. Should there be any age restrictions for employment? (AJC 2016)
  5. Can international peace and stability really be attained today? (CJC 2016)
  6. ‘Entrepreneurship is about solving problems rather than making profits.’ What is your view? (CJC 2016)
  7. Should we always tell the truth? (CJC 2016)
  8. Consider the view that it is always better to end the lives of those on life support. (CJC 2016)
  9. Is there any point in fighting for animal rights? (DHS 2016)
  10. Does travel offer anything more than an escape from reality? (DHS 2016)
  11. ‘The only way to eliminate crime is to eliminate poverty.’ What are your views? (DHS 2016)
  12. ‘A preoccupation with the self is the curse of modern life.’ To what extent do you agree? (DHS 2016)
  13. Can fiction ever be truthful? (IJC 2016)
  14. Discuss the claim that young people are doing nothing good despite being better informed. (IJC 2016)
  15. Should celebrities be held to higher standards of moral behaviour? (JJC 2016)
  16. ‘Businesses should always seek to maximise profits at all cost.’ Is this attitude still applicable today? (JJC 2016)
  17. Promises should never be broken.’ What is your view? (JJC 2016)
  18. ‘Censorship does more harm than good.’ How far is this true today? (JJC 2016)
  19. ‘History holds us back rather than spurs us forward.’ To what extent is this true? (MJC)
  20. Consider the view that we have not done enough to address the problem of human exploitation. (MJC)
  21. Have we gone too far with animal rights? (MJC)
  22. Consider the view that celebrities could, and should, tackle global issues. (MJC)
  23. ‘There is greater value in reading fiction than keeping updated with current affairs.’ Do you agree? (MJC)
  24. ‘Myths have no place in the modern world.’ Do you agree? (MJC)
  25. ‘In today’s world, style is more important than substance.’ What is your view? (NJC 2016)
  26. ‘Greed has always been Man’s greatest sin.’ What is your view? (NJC 2016)
  27. ‘There is opportunity in every crisis.’ Do you agree? (NYJC 2016)
  28. ‘There is no point in preparing for the future when we do not know what the future brings.’ How far do you agree? (NYJC 2016)
  29. ‘People in the public eye should not be easily forgiven.’ Do you agree? (NYJC 2016)
  30. ‘A shrinking world results in more, not fewer problems.’ Discuss. (PJC 2016)
  31. Is it true that the world will be an increasingly difficult place for the disadvantaged? (PJC 2016)
  32. ‘Profits must be the sole focus of businesses.’ Do you agree? (PJC 2016)
  33. ‘Capital punishment has no place in the modern world.’ Comment. (RVHS 2016)
  34. ‘Only the selfish succeed.’ What are your views? (RVHS 2016)
  35. Does global aid really improve the lives of those who need it the most? (SAJC 2016)
  36. ‘Increasing life expectancy is always a desirable goal.’ Do you agree? (SAJC 2016)
  37. ‘It is increasingly difficult to tell right from wrong today.’ How far do you agree? (SAJC 2016)
  38. ‘Migrants are an inconvenient necessity.’ Is this true? (SRJC 2016)
  39. Should freedom of speech be protected no matter the cost? (SRJC 2016)
  40. Is there still a place for loyalty today? (TJC 2016)
  41. Examine the view that an interconnected world is a more dangerous world. (TJC 2016)
  42. ‘Not enough has been done to tackle discrimination in the world today.’ Do you agree? (VJC 2016)
  43. ‘Much appeal but little value.’ Is this an apt description of tourism in the modern world? (VJC 2016)
  44. Are ethical practices the key to a successful business? (VJC 2016)
  45. ‘Clothes make a man.’ Do you agree with this view? (VJC 2016)
  46. Should there still be any concerns over gender issues when people are more educated? (YJC 2016)
  47. How far is it possible for people to address current realities? (YJC 2016)
  48. ‘The world today does not give us any reason to be optimistic about the future.’ How far do you agree?(YJC 2016)

 

HEALTH

  1. How effective are international efforts in tackling global health threats? (JJC 2016)
  2. ‘People should be more concerned about the food they eat and where it comes from.’ To what extent do you agree? (JJC 2016)
  3. ‘Only the rich can afford to be ill.’ To what extent is this true? (NJC 2016)

 

MEDIA

  1. ‘Propaganda is all around us; no one knows the truth anymore.’ Discuss. (ACJC 2016)
  2. ‘The media promote a sense of fear in people which is unnecessary and undesired.’ Discuss. (DHS 2016)
  3. Consider the claim that we increasingly confuse image with reality in today’s world. (RVHS)
  4. ‘Honesty is the best policy.’ Is this true of journalism today? (RVHS)
  5. Is social media to blame for our ignorance? (SAJC 2016)
  6. Consider the claim that the media today misinforms more than it informs. (TJC 2016)
  7. Is the library redundant in today’s world? (VJC 2016)

 

POL/PRIV/GOVT/FRED/SEC

  1. Is foreign intervention in a country’s affairs ever justified? (ACJC 2016)
  2. ‘Migrants are a threat to the security and stability of a country today.’ Comment. (ACJC 2016)
  3. Is it ever justifiable for the State to intervene in business practices? (AJC 2016)
  4. To what extent should the government be blamed for poverty within a country? (AJC 2016)
  5. ‘Democracy has failed the people.’ Is this a fair assessment of the world today? (CJC 2016)
  6. Should the State have unlimited power to deal with the increasing threat of terrorism? (DHS 2016)
  7. To what extent can small countries influence global affairs? (JJC 2016)
  8. Should a government restrict the opinions of people given that it is increasingly difficult to do so? (MJC 2016)
  9. Consider the view that small countries cannot exert any real influence in world affairs. (NJC 2016)
  10. ‘Good governance is simply about meeting the demands of the people.’ What do you think? (NJC 2016)
  11. ‘There is not enough international cooperation to solve the problem of migration.’ How far do you agree? (NJC 2016)
  12. ‘Governments have no right to interfere with family matters.’ Discuss with reference to your society. (NYJC 2016)
  13. Examine the view that government surveillance does not really contribute to greater security. (NYJC 2016)
  14. ‘Negotiation, not the use of force, is the way to resolve political conflicts.’ Discuss. (NYJC 2016)
  15. Is crime a result of poor governance? (PJC 2016)
  16. Should developed countries do more to solve global issues? (RVHS)
  17. ‘Politics should not be the business of the common man.’ What is your view? (SAJC 2016)
  18. To what extent is poor governance responsible for the increasing insecurity in many countries today? (SRJC 2016)
  19. How far should a criminal’s age determine the nature of the punishment? (SRJC 2016)
  20. Is national identity still important when the world is becoming increasingly globalised? (SRJC 2016)
  21. ‘The internet makes it more difficult for governments to govern today.’ How far do you agree with this statement? (TJC 2016)
  22. How far should the government be involved in the private lives of its people? (VJC 2016)
  23. Should countries encourage migration today? (VJC 2016)
  24. How liberal should governments be? (YJC 2016)

 

SCIENCE & TECH

  1. ‘Instead of empowering humanity, technology has enslaved humanity.’ To what extent do you agree? (ACJC 2016)
  2. ‘Despite its current popularity, the future of e-commerce is not bright.’ To what extent is this true? (ACJC 2016)
  3. ‘Technology has corrupted the beauty of language.’ Is this a fair comment? (AJC 2016)
  4. ‘Despite our rapid technological advancements, we have not improved our lives.’ Do you agree? (CJC 2016)
  5. ‘Advances in medical science bring more harm than good.’ Do you agree? (DHS 2016)
  6. Consider the view that advancements in artificial intelligence will result in more divides. (IJC 2016)
  7. Has technology really increased our productivity? (IJC 2016)
  8. Discuss the view that too much faith is placed in green technology. (JJC 2016)
  9. ‘The more technology advances, the more schools lose their relevance.’ Is this a fair comment? (MJC 2016)
  10. Should scientific research using animals ever be permitted? (NJC 2016)
  11. ‘Science and business should be kept separate.’ What is your view? (NYJC 2016)
  12. To what extent is it justified to use animals in scientific experiments? (NYJC 2016)
  13. ‘The job of raising children is made difficult with the prevalence of technology.’ Comment. (PJC 2016)
  14. ‘In the world of modern science and technology we live on the brink of a disaster.’ Do you agree? (PJC 2016)
  15. ‘People in the Sciences contribute more to society than those in the Arts.’ Is this true? (DHS 2016)
  16. ‘Only with technology can we overcome inequality.’ Comment. (RVHS)
  17. ‘Technology has imprisoned rather than liberated us.’ Is this a fair comment? (SAJC 2016)
  18. ‘We have become too reliant on medical technology today.’ Do you agree with this statement? (SRJC 2016)
  19. ‘Modern methods of transport have brought the world closer together.’ How far is this beneficial? (SRJC 2016)
  20. To what extent does technology complicate rather than simplify our lives? (TJC 2016)
  21. Is science and technology advancing too quickly for the good of mankind? (VJC 2016)
  22. To what extent has science and technology had a negative impact on people’s values? (YJC 2016)
  23. Discuss the view that given the global energy crisis today, green energy should be the solution. (YJC 2016)

 

SOCIETY

  1. ‘The reward is in the risk.’ To what extent should people in your country take risks? (ACJC 2016)
  2. ‘Countries will benefit more from cooperation than competition today.’ How far do you agree? (AJC 2016)
  3. ‘Graciousness is of little value today.’ How far is this true for your society? (AJC 2016)
  4. How far would you agree that social inequality is the primary cause of conflict in the world today? (CJC 2016)
  5. Consider the view that women are natural leaders. (CJC 2016)
  6. ‘Opportunities for the disabled still fall short of what they should be.’ To what extent is this the case in your society today? (CJC 2016)
  7. ‘Children in your society are victims of their parents’ ambitions.’ Discuss. (DHS 2016)
  8. ‘We need less, not more, choice.’ How true is this today? (IJC 2016)
  9. ‘There is now a greater need for the family.’ How true is this of your society? (IJC 2016)
  10. How valuable is selflessness in today’s world? (IJC 2016)
  11. To what extent are human rights important for people in your society? (IJC 2016)
  12. How important is tradition in your society today? (JJC 2016)
  13. Consider the view that the best way to fight poverty is to improve the lives of women. (JJC 2016)
  14. ‘No risk, no reward.’ Is this good advice for young people in your society today? (MJC)
  15. ‘It is increasingly easy for women to make their mark on the world today.’ Do you agree? (NJC 2016)
  16. Is it really possible for your society to achieve inclusiveness? (NJC 2016)
  17. ‘It is more difficult to be a parent today.’ Discuss. (NYJC 2016)
  18. To what extent do multinational corporations worsen the levels of inequality in the world? (NYJC 2016)
  19. How far are young people today loyal to their country? Discuss with reference to your society. (NYJC 2016)
  20. ‘It is impossible to balance individual rights with the collective needs of a society.’ To what extent is this true? (PJC 2016)
  21. Is there a necessity for marriage in this time and age? (PJC 2016)
  22. Can a national identity ever be forged in multicultural societies? (PJC 2016)
  23. ‘Young people today no longer value relationships.’ Is this a fair comment? (RVHS)
  24. Is it true that happiness is increasingly unattainable in your society? (RVHS)
  25. ‘Threats unify rather than divide a country.’ Is this true of your society today? (RVHS)
  26. Can your society do without the elite? (SAJC 2016)
  27. ‘A civilised society is characterised by tolerance.’ Discuss. (SAJC 2016)
  28. To what extent should immigration be blamed for social ills today? (SAJC 2016)
  29. ‘Better to be a pet than a child.’ Is this true of your society today? (SRJC 2016)
  30. ‘International cooperation has no place in this competitive world.’ Discuss. (SRJC 2016)
  31. Is the term ‘spoilt generation’ a fair description of today’s young in your society? (SRJC 2016)
  32. Do you agree that good parenting is increasingly challenging in your society today? (TJC 2016)
  33. How far is your society prepared for its most pressing issues? (TJC 2016)
  34. ‘The price of progress has been too high.’ To what extent is this true of your society? (TJC 2016)
  35. ‘There has never been a better time for the elderly in your society.’ Discuss. (VJC 2016)
  36. ‘The needs of the disadvantaged are well taken care of today.’ To what extent is this true of your society? (YJC 2016)
  37. ‘The increasing focus on superheroes is detrimental to the development of children.’ Discuss. (YJC 2016)
  38. How prepared are societies today for an economic crisis? (YJC 2016)

 

SPORTS

  1. Will there ever be equality for women in sport? (ACJC 2016) 
  2. Consider the view that female athletes are less recognised than male athletes in professional sports. (AJC 2016)
  3. ‘Sport and politics should not mix.’ To what extent do you agree? (DHS 2016)
  4. ‘There is no place for politics in sport.’ Do you agree? (IJC 2016)
  5. Are professional athletes nothing more than mere entertainers? (MJC)
  6. Is it more worthwhile to spend money on sport or the arts in your society? (RVHS 2016)
  7. Discuss the view that competitive sport brings out the worst in people. (TJC 2016)
  8. ‘The value of sports is overrated.’ Is this true today? (VJC 2016)
  9. Consider the argument that the main goal of sports is self-interest rather than the greater good. (YJC 2016)

 

 

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