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Question:
Controversy means disagreement between two sides about something important that many people have strong feelings about.
For example:
It is important to hear both sides of the controversy before you decide which side to support.
There is controversy over the new plan - many people think this plan will work, but others disagree.
disagreement
many ideas
conflict
debate
Which answers are closest in meaning to controversy? Choose the 3 correct answers.
Response:
A controversy means some people support something, and others are 'against' it. Many ideas do not always generate disagreement or controversy.
The examples below illustrate the meaning of controversy.
How much money should the government give to poor people?
Should women soldiers be trained to serve in fighting units in the army?
Should women be allowed to choose who they want to marry?
Should people be allowed to buy/sell organs (such as kidneys) for transplant?
Choose three issues which often raise controversy.
it is not agreed on by everyone.
there are different opinions on the topic.
not everyone supports the same view.
the idea is accepted by all.
Which sentences below best complete this sentence: Choose the 3 correct answers.
If a topic leads to controversy, then...