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Liam: Do you think there will ever be a cure for HIV?

Maya: __________, because it's a very complex virus and hard to treat.

Ava: Do you think space exploration is really necessary?

Ethan: __________, because the money could be used to solve problems on Earth.

Nina: Do you think scientists should test on animals?

Leo: __________, animals shouldn't be tested on, but I believe it's important for developing new medicines.

Sophia: Do you think English should be a universal language?

Daniel: __________, it shouldn't, because it would make communication much easier around the world.

Sophia: Do you think English should be a universal language?

Daniel: __________, it shouldn't, because every culture needs to keep its own language.

a. Tom: Yes, I agree. Maybe one day ordinary people will be able to go.

b. Alex: I think it's really exciting, but also very expensive.

c. Tom: What do you think about space travel, Alex?

a. Emma: Do you think scientists will find a cure for cancer one day?

b. Emma: True, research is moving forward, so I feel hopeful.

c. Jack: Yes, I believe they will, but it might take a long time.

a. Jake: Do you think scientists will find a cure for cancer one day?

b. Jack: I'm not so sure, it's been hundreds of years and there's no progress yet.

c. Jake: That's true, but I still hope they'll succeed in the future.

a. Ben: I don't believe that at all. Space is far too empty.

b. Liam: Do you think scientists will ever find life on other planets?

c. Liam: Really? I think there's still a chance we're not alone.

a. Ella: I understand. Still, some people argue it's necessary for medicine.

b. Ella: What do you think about testing on animals?

c. Noah: In my opinion, it isn't right because the animals suffer too much.

a. Mia: I can't see why people think that, because the animals suffer a lot.

b. Leo: I understand, but without it, many treatments might not be possible.

c. Leo: As far as I can see, it's necessary for developing new medicines.

d. Mia: What do you think about testing on animals?

a. Sam: Do you think space exploration is a waste of money?

b. Olivia: Exactly, there's no doubt in my mind that it's not worth the cost.

c. Olivia: Yes, I believe it is. That money could help poor people instead.

d. Sam: I agree. In my opinion, we should fix problems on Earth first.

a. Hannah: No, I don't believe that. It helps us learn new things about the universe.

b. Jake: In my opinion, it also brings new technology that can help people on Earth.

c. Jake: Do you think space exploration is a waste of money?

d. Hannah: Yes, and as far as I can see, it might help us find life on other planets.

a. Ben: Maybe, but as far as I can see, there's still a chance.

b. Alex: Do you think aliens exist?

c. Alex: I doubt that. If they were real, we would have seen them by now.

d. Ben: Yes, I believe they do. The universe is too big for us to be alone.

a. Lucy: What do you think about animals being kept in zoos instead of living in the wild?

b. Lucy: I agree. To be honest, zoos make them unhappy and stressed.

c. Tom: I think it's wrong. In my opinion, animals should be free.

d. Tom: Exactly, there's no doubt in my mind that they belong in nature.

a. Ryan: In my opinion, zoos are good because they protect animals from danger.

b. Emma: I don't agree. To be honest, animals should live in their natural habitats.

c. Ryan: I see your point, but some species would die out without zoos.

d. Emma: They mostly die out because of human actions, so we should do something about illegal hunting instead.

e. Emma: What do you think about animals being kept in zoos instead of living in the wild?

a. Sophie: Exactly, and they suffer behind the scenes as well, not just on stage.

b. Daniel: I agree. It's both cruel and inhumane. They get hurt while doing the tricks on stage.

c. Daniel: What do you think about using animals to perform in circuses?

d. Daniel: Yes, there's no doubt in my mind that circuses should stop using them.

e. Sophie: To be honest, I think it's very cruel.

a. Olivia: Yes, I believe it will. Technology is improving so quickly.

b. James: Do you think space travel will really be possible for ordinary people one day?

c. James: I'm not so sure. Even if technology is improving, space travel seems too expensive and dangerous.

d. James: Are they? If that's the case, maybe space travel will be possible in a few more centuries.

e. Olivia: I see your point, but as far as I can see, companies are already working to make it safer and cheaper.

Fill in the blanks to complete the conversations.

A. I heard that they have found traces of life on Mars, though.

B. lots of time and money will have been spent on it.

C. As far as I can see, new planets are being discovered all the time.

D. there are many places on Earth with outdated infrastructure.

Emma: Do you think there's life on other planets?

Ryan: Yes, I believe there must be. The universe is too big for us to be alone.

Emma: I'm not so sure. I doubt that we'll ever find anything.

Ryan: Why not?

Emma: But not all of them can support life. Most are too hot or too cold.

Ryan:

Emma: Mars is still mostly empty. And it doesn't have enough water for the entire population on Earth.

Ryan: I agree Mars looks empty, but scientists haven't explored everything on it yet.

Emma: By the time they fully explored Mars,

Ryan: Perhaps not. Do you think that money should be spent on other things?

Emma: Yes. Instead of using it to find life on other planets, we should use it to improve the living conditions on Earth.

Ryan: You're right,

Fill in the blanks to complete the conversations.

A. Languages are part of our identity.

B. Yes, but opportunities should not depend only on their ability to speak English.

C. Popular doesn't mean it should replace other languages.

D. In my opinion, it would make communication much easier.

E. It would be simpler if everyone spoke the same language.

Emma: Do you think English should be a universal language, Jack?

Jack: Yes, I do.

Emma: I don't agree. Every country should keep its own language and culture.

Jack: But imagine travelling.

Emma: It's convenient while travelling, but people would lose their traditions.

Jack: I agree. However, English is already very popular around the world.

Emma:

Jack: I'm not saying replace, just use it as a common second language.

Emma: Still, many people might feel forced to use it and forget their mother tongue.

Jack: As far as I can see, learning English brings opportunities for jobs and study.

Emma:

Jack: Looks like we'll never fully agree, but it's an interesting topic.