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How to reduce stressStress can be reduced by taking regular exercise and eating a healthy diet It is also important to get sufficient sleep and make leisure time a priority People should work less overtime and take regular holidays Schools have started to employ psychologists They can offer emotional support to students They can help students to cope with exam stress
Housing and Architecture State/council housing In some countries the government provides state or council housing This helps people who cannot afford to buy their own house It can be argued that state housing creates dependence on the government People should be rely on the government to look after them People have no incentive to earn money and buy their own home Council properties are often made with cheap, poor-quality materials.
Old Buildings Historic buildings are part of a country’s heritage They should be protected Old buildings are often considered to be works or art They give character to cities and attract tourists They show us how people lived in the past We identify countries by architectural symbols like the pyramids in Egypt Governments should spend money on looking after historic buildings They need regular repairs and maintenance New buildings should be designed to complement them
Modern/green buildings Modern buildings should be designed to be environmentally friendly They should use less energy and produce less waste Modern insulation can make houses more energy-efficient Solar and wind power can be used to generate electricity Rainwater and waste water can be recycled and used to flush toilets. Modern glass buildings take advantage if natural light
Language English as an international language English is widely used around the world It is becoming a global second language It is the dominant language of technology, science and international business International business meetings are regularly held in English The most important textbooks and journals are published in English The ability to speak English is a necessary skill in the modern world
Negative of English as an International Language If one language is dominant, other languages may disappear The dominant language brings its own culture American culture has become popular around the world Other cultures may be damaged As an alternative to English, a new global language could be invented It would have no nationality or culture attached to it This could help to promote international peace and understanding Esperanto is an example of a language that was invented with this aim
Money Money and Society Society has become increasingly materialistic People aspire to earn more money They want a bigger house or a better car We connect wealth and material possessions with happiness and success Brands like “Armani” or ”Mercedes” are status symbols Advertising creates new desires and needs It persuades us to buy the latest styles
Date: 2015-12-11; view: 1420
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