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Cars should be banned (from city centers?).

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It is fairly safe to assert that transport is an integral part of the modern society and hardly anyone can survive without it. It is not surprising that some people are concern about traffic jams, destructive influence on men’s health and claim that cars should be banned. Others are sure that car is the best mean of transport and humanity is not ready to live without it.

In my opinion, cars should not be banned. Firstly, automobile is the most suitable mean of transport for traveling with a whole family or a big company. They can avoid an escort with tourist groups or usual excursions and can create their own rout. Having a personal car is the freedom of choice exactly where is wanted without buying tickets. Secondly, most of products for shops and other business are transported by cars. Cars’ ban leads to the collapse of the trade industry. Finally, I am afraid of public transport would be overcrowded.

Nevertheless, people who are prone to believe that cars do bring a great number of disadvantages name some exceptional drawbacks people have because of using cars. First of all, automobiles add to pollution and poison air we breathe. Smog, dust from the engines are the recipe for disaster. Moreover, using cars relaxes of people. They become lazy and fat because of lack of walking.

Even though they may be partly right, it is important to bear in mind that future generation are able to bring about the transition from today’s cars to ecological means of transport working with help of electricity. It helps to overcome the problems with polluted environment.

In conclusion, I maintain that transport plays the important role in creating a person feel comfort and convenience. But few people would deny that only having a personal car one can spend one’s spare time with family, friends or one-by-one. People can reach almost every destination and create their own travel.

Some people think that reading detectives is a waste of time.

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In today`s world there are many different kinds of books and all people can find something suitable among the variety. However, some think that detectives are a useless and stupid genre of books, whereas others believe that there is no better way to spend time than reading detectives. So where is the truth?

In my opinion, reading crime stories brings any person many benefits and advantages. Firstly, detectives usually have cunningly devised motives of a crime and an investigation process. This characteristic of the book allows readers to develop logic, observation and understanding of human behavior, which can be very useful in real life. Secondly, it is the best way to deal with depression because the world of the book is able to capture and divert from real issues. As is known, a person a little distracted from any problem later find a solution quicker because of looking at the situation more objectively. Moreover, we should take into account that reading books enriches the lexicon and develops grammar skills.

Nevertheless, many people share the opinion that reading detectives is worthless activity. Nowadays this genre is made from a template, so that every book is of the same plot.

This may be true to some extent, but I assume that detectives of different authors are varied. They have their own inner world and fantasy, so plots of some books can be similar but it does not make crime stories less interesting.

In conclusion, I am firmly convinced that detectives are beneficial books because of their ability to give food for thought, distract from reality and develop logical thinking. I maintain that this genre cannot be called `useless`.

Some people think that if there is a computer at home their children will waste much of their time on video games and social networking.

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In modern world a computer plays an significant role for a person. More and more people use it for a variety of reasons. Some people consider that the computer has negative effects on children who only play computer games. But other believe that a child needs the computer.

In my opinion, the computer is an extremely useful gadget for children. Firstly, the computer helps pupils with the studying. They can get necessary information and more knowledge. Secondly, when the child has the computer and the access to the Internet, he can converse with people around the world, even who are in another part of the world. And it helps the child to develop his social skills.

On the other hand, there are those who assume that the using of a computer is very useless, even harmful to children. Sometimes teenagers fall under the computer addiction.

I disagree with this point, because this situation happens because of paying no parents attention. Teenagers spend much time playing video games because of being alone.

In conclusion, I am strongly convinced that the using of a computer is necessary for the child in the information society. I hope that computer will continue to act as the useful gadget and will not to replace friends and relatives.

Computers

We are becoming increasingly dependent on computers. They are used in business, hospitals, crime detection and even to fly planes. Is this dependence on computers a good thing or should we be more suspicious of their benefits?

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There are a lot of opinions in the world about using computers. Some people think that it is irreplaceable part of the modern world, but others dispute about people’s dependence on computers and harmful effects on our health.

In my opinion, people should not be suspicious of using computers. Firstly, computers made a step in the right direction for discovery of diseases. Scientists help more and more people overcome many incurable illnesses, using the modern medical equipment. Secondly, computer is the fastest way to find criminals. Policemen compile all traits of offender’s appearance for making a (#$%$&$'$%).

Nevertheless, the opponents of this view claim that we are becoming increasingly dependent on computers. The say that a majority of children is addicted to computer games. Moreover, teens are sitting against their computers all day long. Therefore health problems with the eyes, the back appear.

In spite of this, I strongly believe that parents should choose useful, developing computer games for their children. Children will be happy and smart, and parents will de quite. According to scientists’ advice, a man can sit against the computer from 3 to 4 hours in a day. Following this simple rules, people will avoid their health problems.

In conclusion, I would like to say that I cannot imagine our life without computers. They are used in medicine, education, science and give many indispensable benefits to the development of the world. Therefore I am sure that the future generations will improve computers, will reduce their harmful effects on men’s organism, and life on the earth will be more qualified.

Gun Control

The ownership of guns should/ should not be controlled by the government

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It is possible to generalize and assert that every person wants to live in peace and quiet. However, while there is a belief that a gun may provide security for its owner, there are also many people who are strongly opposed to this idea.

In my opinion, the fewer people have weapons in the world, the less threat they pose to themselves and society. Firstly, if there is a gun in the house it is possible that children may gain access to it and injure themselves and others. Moreover, such a law allowing all people to keep firearms at their homes would make it impossible to ensure that people with mental disorders do not buy them. Last but not least, it is beyond all doubts that the number of atrocious crimes will increase and this will prompt the police to use guns more often than they used to do.

Supporters of the free gun circulation claim that a firearm can save lives, in particular, when it is used in self-defense. In addition, many criminals would be deterred to commit a crime if they knew that almost everybody is armed.

Despite all these seemingly justifiable reasons I advocate for gun control as only this way we will be able to promote the idea that any argument should be settled peacefully. Furthermore, it is expected that suicidal rates will be law where guns are illegal.

In conclusion, I maintain that the society will benefit if only the police and an army are entitled to keep guns but not average citizens. Otherwise, people will tend to misuse it and there will be more casualties.

Advertising

Advertising helps us to find out what we really need. Others are sure that it is used to deceive most people and we should not trust it.

Advertisement had really become a part of our life: it surrounds us everywhere. So some people claim that advert helps us to make a right choice, choosing what we need. While others are sure, that it`s purpose is to deceive us. Let us discuss both statements.

From my point of view, we should not trust the advertisement. Firstly, it is aimed to make a product more popular, so the information we get can be unreliable. Secondly, I am sure that the advertisers impose us their product, placing the commercial everywhere. Thirdly, we cannot hear about the product`s disadvantages in the advert. It makes impossible for us to make a right choice.

From the other point of view, my friend thinks that the commercial is useful. For example, it gives us information about what we have in range now and informs us about novelties. Besides, in the advert we can learn about the advantages of the products, what helps us to compare them and to choose what we really need.

However, I cannot agree with this opinion. It is better to learn all the variety of products in the shop, not seeing the publicity. In this case, our choice will be impartial. What else, we can better learn the advantages of the product, asking people who had already used it.

In conclusion, I can say, that the advertisers pursue their profit from the commercial, but we should learn not to believe everything that is said in the advert, but try to filter the information.

WATER: Bottled vs Tap

Bottled water should/ should not be banned by the government.

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Water is a natural product and indispensable substance for human. Modern facilities have made it possible to have water in every household and there is no scarcity of it. However, there are many companies which offer their customers bottled water for a rather high price.

In my opinion, there are many advantages of bottled water that their existence is justifiable. Firstly, the quality of filtered bottled water is said to be better in comparison with tap water. In addition, some people may have some specific diseases which require consumption of the water rich in minerals and vitamins. Consequently, tap water cannot meet their demands and only special produced by certain companies may help them alleviate their sufferings. Finally, bottles are portable and it means that people can carry them and buy water whenever they feel thirsty.

Nevertheless, some people assert that the difference between packed water and tap water is subtle and distributing companies capitalize on people’s unawareness. In addition, it is true that the amount of non-degradable garbage increases dramatically due to constant disposal of used plastic bottles. As a result, landfill sites are expanding and deteriorating the environment.

Despite all these arguments, I still believe that people should have a choice what kind of water to consume. Furthermore, this way people may rest assured that they can buy it freely when they are outdoors.

In conclusion, it is the government’s responsibility to provide people with free access to such a vital recourse as water. Banning packed water would mean putting people in dependence of tap water and this would inevitably threat to their health.

LFL

Some people think that learning foreign languages is a waste of time and money.

In today`s world with the increasing globalization more and more people are learning foreign languages.

On this case some people assume that the knowing any foreign language plays a considerable role now. Whereas others believe that it is not worth studying it.

In my opinion, a person should know some foreign languages. Firstly, nowadays when global ties among countries are developing, one should study a foreign language to obtain a well-paid, prestigious job. Secondly, the knowing foreign languages is necessary while travelling. And a person will not feel uncomfortable because of lack of the language barrier.

On the other hand, there are those who consider that a person does not have to learn any foreign language.

In their view, if you learn it, you waste of money. Moreover, studying a foreign language takes too much time.

Nevertheless, I totally disagree with this a viewpoint, because there are many sites in the Internet where you can acquire the knowledge of a language. Also a person can study a language while getting to work.

In conclusion, I am strongly convinced that a person needs know foreign languages. It is a significant advantage for everyone.

Studying Modern Literarure

Some people think that at school students do not study enough modern authors and modern literature.

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No doubt that modern literature has become very popular nowadays. More and more people buy a huge variety of books written by modern authors. Nevertheless, some people are sure that students do not spend enough time on studying it.

In my view, classical literature is much more important for students. First of all, it is a good way of mental stimulation. It forces people to think about the highest values and qualities. Secondly, it helps people to become well-rounded and more intelligent. What is more, if a person studies novels written by Tolstoy, Chekhov or Shakespeare he will probably know the history and culture of countries where these authors lived.

However, some people think that modern literature is rarely studied at school. They also think that it is more important to read books of modern authors as it is usually much more interesting and enjoyable.

I cannot agree with them. To my mind, reading classical books can give great pleasure to its readers. Modern books have only an interesting content while classical literature shows spiritual values and changes people's life.

In conclusion, I am convinced that students should not study modern literature a lot at schools. Knowing classical ones can be much more important and significant.

EDU: Traditional vs Alternative? Education is compulsory, school is not.

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The today`s world dictates high requirements to the level of knowledge. A person should have perfect education to be successful in any field of activities. No sooner had schools appeared than people saw a home-based education as the only method of studying. Nowadays everyone has the choice: to go to school or stay at home for getting education. Some people are sure that schools have many advantages in comparison with home, whereas others have some reasons to call the home schooling as the best way to get knowledge.

In my opinion, being educated at home is far preferable to the most common standart as going to school. Firstly, people are different and have various interests, talents and abilities. Therefore, not all subjects being given at school are useful for everyone. At home there is an opportunity to concentrate only on studying of necessary subjects. Secondly, teachers at school can pay much attention on organizational, extra-curricular issues, so the time of lessons may be spent not as effectively as at home. Moreover, home-based education allows not to get distracted from other pupils.

Nevertheless, many people think that generally-accepted schools give us many benefits. For instance, pupils can deal with peers there, and when children compare themselves with others, their selfassessment forms objectively.

This may be true, but I assume that children should concentrate only on getting knowledge in the process of studying. The forming of relationships with others, the socialization should take place outside of lessons.

In conclusion, I am firmly convinced that getting knowledge at school has some advantages as communication with peers. But it will be better to be engaged in home-based establishment for perfect education.