1. Is it important to celebrate important events in your life? Why?
2. Do you prefer to celebrate your achievements with your family,friends or both? Why?
3. How do people usually celebrate family events in your country?
4. What celebrations have you attended recently?
5. What things are the most important for making life enjoyable in a city?
6. What ate the advantages to living in the countryside?
7. Why do you think that a lot of people choose to live in cities rather than the countryside?
8. What things can people do to improve their town or city?
What are the most important facilities for young people in a town or city?
9. What can you tell about the period of adolescence?
10. Tell about the advantages and disadvantages of living in a flat.
11.If you were going to share a flat with your friend(s), what rules would you make?
12. What are the advantages and disadvantages of living in a halls of residence?

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