encourage a certain percentage of these jobs to be reserved for women? Past AC essay 277 In the past people wore their traditional clothes and followed their culture. These days most people wear similar clothes and therefore look very similar to one another. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development? GT Australia June 2011 278 People find it very difficult to speak in public or to give a presentation before an audience. Do you think public speaking skill is really important? Give reasons. Some people say public speaking should be taught at school. Do you agree or disagree? GT April 2010 279 Many old cities around the world are going through a major process of modernization. What are the advantages and disadvantages of modernization?