独立口语第1套：
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Playing sports tends to make people more aggressive in life.I disagree with the statement that playing sports makes people more aggressive. Sports are governed by strict rules and officiated by referees. Athletes must learn to compete within these boundaries and control their impulses; otherwise, they face penalties like fouls or ejections. This constant practice actually builds self-discipline and emotional regulation, not aggression. For instance, a soccer player who loses their temper and commits a reckless tackle hurts their team’s chances of winning.
第2套：Some companies are controversial and criticized for their business practices. Do you think it is acceptable for people to take jobs at such companies, even if the jobs pay well? Explain why or why not?In my opinion, it’s generally not acceptable to take a high-paying job at a company known for unethical practices, even if the salary is attractive.By working for such a company, you directly support its operations and become part of the problem. Your daily work contributes to the very practices that harm society or the environment. This can lead to significant internal conflict and damage your long-term reputation. For example, working for a company that pollutes heavily might pay well, but you’d be compromising your own environmental values.
第3套：Some people think that schools should assign projects and other work for students to complete over vacation, before the beginning of the school year.Others think that schoolwork should only be assigned during the actual academic year. Which opinion do you agree with?I strongly believe that schools should not assign mandatory work over vacation breaks. Vacations are essential for mental recovery and preventing burnout. Students are under constant pressure during the semester with exams, projects, and deadlines. A true break, free from schoolwork, allows them to relax, recharge, and return to school with renewed energy and focus. Forcing them to study during this time defeats the core purpose of a vacation.
部分综合话题：
Task2：在放寒暑假的时候，有些学生会出去度假，但是有些学生会留在校园里。建议在寒暑假的时候组织一个兴趣小组，大家一起读书学习。因为在寒暑假的时候，往往只有一两门课，而且还可以增进社交。
Task3：Cost Leadership Strategy
Task4：Private Communication
1.17 第一套
Doctor Diaz
Today, we are going to discuss how people develop healthy habits. Some people believe that forming healthy habits depends mainly on external help, such as support from family, friends, schools, or doctors. Others think that personal self-discipline and motivation are more important. In today’s discussion, I would like you to share your opinion. Do you think developing healthy habits is more effective with outside support or through personal effort? Please explain.
Andrew
I believe that developing healthy habits is more effective with outside help. Support from others can provide encouragement, structure, and accountability.
Claire
I disagree. In my opinion, personal effort is more important for forming healthy habits. Outside help may be useful at the beginning, but habits only last if a person truly wants to change.
思路分析：
personal effort更好
1）Greater Long-Term Consistency
Personal effort plays a crucial role in sustaining healthy habits over time. Since habits such as regular exercise or balanced eating require daily commitment, external support cannot always be present. When individuals rely on their own self-discipline, they develop a sense of autonomy and personal responsibility. This internal motivation encourages them to continue healthy behaviors even when supervision or encouragement is absent. As a result, habits formed through personal effort are more likely to be stable and long-lasting.
2）Stronger Self-Efficacy and Psychological Resilience
Another advantage of personal effort is the development of self-efficacy and resilience. Building healthy habits often involves setbacks, such as loss of motivation or temporary failure. When individuals overcome these challenges through their own effort, they gain confidence in their ability to control their behavior. This increased self-efficacy not only supports the maintenance of healthy habits but also equips individuals with the resilience needed to handle future difficulties. Consequently, personal effort contributes to both physical health and psychological strength.
1.17 第二套
Imagine that you have just given a presentation to your classmates or coworkers and you want to know how well you performed. Which one of the following would better help you learn from your weaknesses (mistakes) and improve your skills for your next presentation? Why?--Watching a recording of your presentation and working by yourself to identify your weaknesses or--Having classmates or coworkers who attended your presentation identify your weaknesses and discuss them with you.
1.17 第三套
Doctor Diaz:
This week, we discussed factors affecting the success of classroom learning. One point was the relationship between the time of day when instruction takes place and students' ability to learn. Let's consider teenage students, such as those in high school. Traditional high school classes start in the morning. However, some educators suggest that alternative programs with evening classes would make learning for teenagers more effective. Do you think that offering evening classes would benefit high school students? Why or why not？
Andrew:
The traditional morning classes are imply more effective than evening ones because students are more energetic in the morning than they are in the evening. Humans naturally work harder and are able to use their brains better in the daytime, especially in the mornings. We are daytime creatures. Morning classes are simply more "natural."
Clair:
Evening classes might come with fewer distractions, which makes for a more focused learner. In the evening, there is less activity outside the classroom that might capture students' attention. When I was in high school, I was always more interested in looking out the window than following the lesson if the weather was good.
1.17 第四套
Doctor Diaz：
Today, we will examine what economists call incentives-the motivations that lead people to make certain choices. Cost is a major category of economic incentives. People tend to change their behavior when a particular choice gets more expensive. Let's discuss an example. Some economists argue that a good way to reduce air pollution is for governments to raise the cost (through taxes or other means) of fuel for cars. Do you agree or disagree with this viewpoint?
Clair：
I think it would be a good idea to raise fuel prices. Making it more expensive to drive cars would cause many people to choose public transportation or use bicycles instead. In my city, theyve just added bicycle lanes to all of the major roads, so it would be easy to give up driving.
Andrew：
I disagree. Why should individuals be punished with such as added expense in their daily lives? The argument for a consumer fuel tax makes the assumption that cars are the biggest source of air pollution, and we need to question if that's an accurate assumption.
1.17 第五套
Doctor Diaz
Today, we're discussing whether there should be a specific age to mark adulthood. Traditionally, 18 years old is considered the transition to adulthood in many cultures, but some argue that 18-year-olds are not mature enough to take on adult responsibilities and duties. Others suggest that 21 might be a more appropriate age, while some believe adulthood should not be defined by age at all. Should there be a specific age for adulthood, or should it be based on individual maturity and circumstances?
Claire
I believe 21 years old should be the mark of adulthood. Most 18-year-olds are still in school and rely heavily on their parents for financial and emotional support. At 18, many people are just beginning to explore their independence and may not have the life experience or maturity to handle adult responsibilities. By 21 years old, however, individuals are more likely to have completed their education, gained some work experience, and developed the skills needed to navigate adulthood.
Andrew
I don't think adulthood should be defined by a specific age. Maturity and responsibility vary greatly from person to person, and some individuals are capable of handling adult duties at a much younger age. For example, in many cultures, young people take on family responsibilities, such as caring for siblings or contributing to household income, long before they turn 18. Defining adulthood by age ignores these differences and overlooks the fact that life experiences, not just age, shape a person's readiness for adulthood.
