Divorce: Alimony and child support • English Conversation Questions

What is your understanding of alimony and child support?
Do you think that alimony is necessary in today’s society?
What factors do you think should be considered when determining the amount of alimony or child support to be paid?
Do you think that the current laws regarding alimony and child support are fair?
What are some of the challenges facing parents who are required to pay child support?
Do you think that the amount of child support should be based on the income of the custodial parent?
What are some of the challenges facing parents who are receiving alimony?
Do you think that alimony should be permanent or temporary?
What role do you think the court system should play in determining alimony and child support?
What are some of the consequences of not paying alimony or child support?
Do you think that there should be more education about alimony and child support?