Category: Debates
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153. Should We Pay Reparations for Slavery? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
During recent trips to the Caribbean, the British royal family has faced demands for reparations and compensation for the UK’s involvement in the historic slave trade. What are reparations? And should we pay reparations for slavery? Let’s talk about this on today’s episode of Thinking in English!
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Does it Always Rain in England??: British Stereotypes Explained!
When you think of the UK, what do you imagine? Rain? Polite people? Terrible food? Tea? On today’s episode of Thinking in English, I thought I’d explain and maybe disprove some of the most common British stereotypes!
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152. Why are the Falkland Islands so Controversial? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
40 years ago Britain and Argentina fought a bitter war over a few small and remote islands in the Atlantic ocean. The Falkland islands remain a controversial issue today. Where are the Falklands? Why did Argentina and Britain go to war over them? And who should control the islands? Let’s discuss these questions on today’s episode of Thinking in English!
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149. Should Cannabis be Legal? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
On today’s episode of Thinking in English, let’s take a look at a very controversial debate – should cannabis be legal? Let’s look at both sides of the argument, think in English, and eventually decide what you think is the correct answer!
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147. Does a Country Need an Army? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Does a country actually need an armed forces? What would happen if a nation chose to not have a military and not spend money on defence? Surely every country must have some kind of army? Let’s discuss this on today’s episode of Thinking in English!
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145. Should you Support Your Country Unconditionally? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
What does it mean to be a patriot? What does it mean to love your country? Should you support your nation unconditionally, no matter what, and in any situation? Let’s talk about these questions on today’s episode of Thinking in English!
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144. Should Students Have to Wear School Uniforms? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
On today’s episode of Thinking in English, let’s investigate the debate over school uniforms. Are uniforms a way to make school safer and more equal? Or are uniforms stopping children from being individuals and have no effect on academic performance?
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134. Is Obesity a Disease? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Obesity is a major problem in countries all around the world. With billions of people living unhealthy lives, the consequences are very significant. Is obesity a disease? Or is it something else? Let’s discuss it on today’s episode of Thinking in English!
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132. Pros and Cons of Mandatory National Service! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Some countries require their citizens to join the military or perform some other kind of service. Should countries have mandatory national service? What are the pros and cons? Let’s discuss it on today’s episode of Thinking in English!!
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128. Should Novak Djokovic be Allowed to Stay in Australia? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Currently stuck in an immigration detention hotel in Australia, and facing deportation, tennis superstar Novak Djokovic is at the centre of an immigration battle. So, should he be allowed to stay in Australia? Let’s talk about it on this episode of Thinking in English!! You may also like… 127. What is Happening in Kazakhstan?: Massive […]
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