Table 2.

Summary of prompts.

Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
P1	It is better to have a broad knowledge of many academic subjects than to specialize in one specific subject.
P2	Young people enjoy life more than older people do.
P3	Young people nowadays do not give enough time to helping their communities.
P4	Most advertisements make products seem much better than they really are.
P5	In 20 years, there will be fewer cars in use than there are today.
P6	The best way to travel is in a group led by a tour guide.
P7	It is more important for students to understand ideas and concepts than it is for them to learn facts.
P8	Successful people try new things and take risks rather than only doing what they already know how to do well.