Card № 6

№ 1.

Mass media play an important role in the modern society. We live in the era of information. Mass media include newspapers and magazines, advertising and radio, radio and television, and of course, the Internet. It’s hard to imagine life without mass media nowadays. They inform us about current affairs in the world, educate us and entertain people in different ways.

Mass media influence the way people dress, eat, communicate and relax. It’s very important to know the latest events because this expands your outlook and makes you a well-rounded person. On the other hand, we shouldn’t believe everything that is said because very often they give non-objective opinions. Millions of people watch TV every day, listen to the radio, read newspapers and magazines. Everyone finds something interesting.

My favourite types of media are TV and Internet. I often watch interesting films on TV or educational channels, such as Animal Planet and National Geographic. As for the Internet, it probably unites all media sources nowadays. So I can easily watch the same films or channels online. Besides, Internet is also used for mass communication, so I use it to chat with my friends. I can get information for my schoolwork.

Mass media give us all kinds of information.

1. In the past the only way to learn about the world was travelling. The first travellers were explorers who wanted to discover new lands.

2. Television is a reflection of the modern world. It gives you an opportunity to travel all over the world, to see different people and learn about their customs and traditions. And of course, it helps you to escape from everyday problems. A lot of people usually relax watching soaps.

3. Advertising on TV attracts people and makes them buy products but television advertisements are often mess up and they don’t show relevant information on products.

4. In Russia there are a lot of kinds of newspapers: national and local, official and private, quality with serious information and popular with human interesting stories.

№ 2.

A: Modern technology has made our life easier. You know, things like medicine and transport, education and communication made our life better.

B: Could you give some examples?

A: For example, in medicine, we can now cure lots of diseases that in the past people died of. In transport we can travel from country to another in hours, people can even go to other planets. And education is better nowadays. Most people can read and write and do basic maths. Nowadays most people use computers which help them in their work and studying.
B: You are right. But what about any disadvantages of technology?

A: Yes, there are some. For example, technology caused lots of problems, such as pollution and war.

B: Are these the only problems?

A: Of course not. There are advantages and disadvantages with every new invention. Let’s take cars. Yes, they are really good, it’s nice to have your own car, but cars and factories that make them, cause a lot of pollution. And I mentioned war. There have always been wars in history, but today, with the new technology, people can make weapons that could destroy the planet.

B: What can you conclude from this information?

A: As I’ve already said, modern technology has improved our life, but there are some things we can’t change. For example, scientists can’t find a cure for cancer or AIDS, there is also a problem of lack of food and water. Moreover, there is also a lot of radiation from TV-sets, computers and mobile phones. So in conclusion I think modern technology has made our life better but technological progress has its drawbacks.

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