English Topics: Is it ethical to purchase a counterfeit good, even if it is cheaper?

Ice Breaking Topics

What was your best birthday ever?
How do you feel about the future right now? Are you nervous, excited, unenthused?
Who is your favorite artist or band?
What is a language you love to listen to even if you don't speak or understand it?
If you could have a song play every time you entered a room, what would it be and why?
. What activity makes you lose track of time?
How do you maintain a healthy work-life balance during busy holiday seasons?
Do you know anyone who has been successful in their careers without a proper education?

What is "Internet Piracy"?
How severe are the punishments for academic plagiarism in your country?
What do you think of the growing trend in downloading music etc from the Internet?
Why are pirated products cheaper?
Is it ethical to purchase a counterfeit good, even if it is cheaper?
When you buy things online, are you worried they might be pirated?
How can one be an ethical consumer of products?
Are you a rule follower or a rule breaker?

How do our cultural backgrounds shape our identities and worldviews?
What are some of the most important qualities
Where does your self-worth come from?
What is your perspective on the concept of 'change'?
Are you still friends with an ex-boy/girlfriend?
What are some of your favorite traditional dishes from your culture, and why do they hold special meaning for you?
Are some superpowers too powerful?
If you had to pick a new name for yourself, what would it be and why?