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Some people say History is one of the most important school subjects. Other people think that, in today’s world, subjects like Science and Technology are more important than History.

Discuss both views and give your opinion.

1st side 2nd side writer's view

• 1st side to debate:
• • History shows itself over and over and its knowledge helps us learn from previous mistakes
• • History brings a nation a sense of identity and purpose

• 2nd side to debate:
• • There are far more interesting subjects to study in this Internet age
• • The knowledge of History is not as financially rewarding as that of other marketable subjects (computer, medicine, and ...)

• Writer's view:
• • Students need to be allowed freedom to select the course of study according to their tastes as well as talents