18 Opinion Writing Prompts Prompts

Should public libraries charge late fees, reduce them, or eliminate them? Explain what goal your policy serves.

Is it better for meetings to default to 25 minutes or 50 minutes instead of 30 or 60? Defend your choice with tradeoffs.

Should restaurants automatically provide disposable cutlery for takeout orders or only when customers request it?

Which is more useful for beginners learning a skill: immediate correction or time to attempt the task independently first?

Should cities prioritize shaded sidewalks, more parking, or wider bike lanes on streets where space is limited?

Is reading one long book better practice than reading several short texts on the same topic? Define what “better” means.

Should schools publish assignment rubrics before students begin work? Explain benefits and possible drawbacks.

Is it reasonable for employers to require cameras on during remote meetings? State conditions where your answer might change.

Should product reviews show the most recent reviews first or the most helpful reviews first by default?

Is a quiet workspace more valuable than a collaborative workspace for most focused tasks? Explain exceptions.

Should digital services make cancellation as easy as signup? What standard should “as easy” mean?

Is handwriting still worth teaching when typing is more common for formal work?

Should public events offer reserved quiet areas as well as general seating?

Is it better to specialize early in one skill or explore several before choosing? Consider age and goal differences.

Should classes allow one assignment redo by default? Define what conditions would make the policy fair.

Are ratings out of five stars useful enough to justify how much people rely on them?

Should news sites remove comment sections, moderate them heavily, or keep them open?

Is a four-day workweek a better default for knowledge work? Specify what evidence would change your view.