Is it better to hear out both sides of an argument before deciding who is to blame? Why?Yes, it is better to hear out both sides of an argument before deciding who is to blame because otherwise you can’t make neutral judgment.
When you hear other people speaking English, do you sometimes eavesdrop on their conversation? Why?Yes, when I hear other people speaking English, I sometimes eavesdrop on their conversation because I want to check how much I can understand them.
Who do you think would arouse more indignation in the general public: a drunk man or a drunk woman staggering down a street? Why?I think a drunk woman staggering down a street would arouse more indignation in the general public because women are believed not to drink too much.
Why do paparazzi often lurk around trying to get a picture of famous people? Paparazzi often lurk around trying to get a picture of famous people because they can make money by selling it.
Why do little children often giggle over things which adults don’t find funny?Little children often giggle over things which adults don’t find funny because they are very impressionable to everything.
How do performers feel when they are greeted by jeers from the audience?Performers feel disgruntled when they are greeted by jeers from the audience.
Why is the prospect of not having to get up early in the morning so appealing to most people?The prospect of not having to get up early in the morning is so appealing to most people because they can sleep as much as they want to.
Is it a good idea to put on some eye-catching clothes, when we’re going to a job interview? Why?No, it isn’t a good idea to put on some eye-catching clothes, when we’re going to a job interview because we’re often judged by our appearance.
What’s a bicycle lock used for?A bicycle lock is used for a bicycle not to be stolen.
Why are people sometimes weak-kneed when it comes to defending their point of view?People are sometimes weak-kneed when it comes to defending their point of view because they think they might be wrong.
In what situations might it be better to stay weak-kneed?It might be better to stay weak-kneed when you have something to feel guilty about.
Why are politicians often tight-lipped about their own mistakes and wrong decisions?Politicians are often tight-lipped about their own mistakes and wrong decisions because it makes them lose their popularity.
What would you think of a 40-yeart old man still sponging off his parents?I would think a 40-yeart old man still sponging off his parents should be financially independent.
If your flatmate was a parasite and always made you do all the housework, how would you eventually react?If my flatmate was a parasite and always made me do all the housework, I would eventually kick him out of the house.
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