You have been asked to give a talk to your class on either the benefits or the disadvantages of mobile phones. The title of your talk is ‘Mobile Phones-are they a blessing or a curse to modern society?’
Write what you would say
Remember that you are trying to persuade your listeners to agree with your views.
Mobile phones- a blessing or a curse? Mobile have become a familiar eyesore, you cannot miss these handheld gadgets. Every road you embark, the device is seen. You must have your opinions on this too. You may well possess one now. Undoubtedly I would expect you to drop in favour of these devices
Mobile phones are undoubtedly everywhere. Whether it’s the guy in the pinstripe suit or the builder on his ladder; everyone has one. The sudden ringtone brings everything to a halt; it even becomes hard to have a decent conversation with your mates at the pub. The ringtone pierces through the peace and tranquillity so rare to find. Whether it’s the digital version of “Beethoven’s 5th Symphony” or the theme tune to “Eastenders” the ringtone is sure to get you.
What happens when the sound booms through the device into the ear of the receiver; the numbers of decibels are undoubtedly higher than a face-to-face conversation. So when was the last time you unwillingly heard the guy behind you is planning a ‘few pints of beer’ on Saturday or, that the girl in the pink t-shirt was to be there in 10 minutes or the guy in the tracksuit was running late. I mean, I wouldn’t my private matters emitted out loud would I?
The more serious hazard, however, is the ability of certain individuals to use the devices while driving. Despite the wearied laws and long forgotten warning adverts; individuals still feel the urge to use these devices while driving. When was the last time you rejected a call? Your usage of the phone could mean another’s death; it could be anyone: pedestrians and road-users alike. Would you want to be compressed under a 4x4 because the driver could not resist the urge to call his wife? Even using a hands-free kit is seen as safe by individuals, it’s proven your full attention is actually on the call rather than the innocent pedestrians around you.
So what did cause a rise in crime rates last year? Undoubtedly, as the new features are introduced; so is the crime. Possessing one of these devices is extremely hazardous; if the ringtone is heard you shall be deemed to having to give up your device. They cause fights and thefts easily, ownership is easily disputed and there is no surprise if the gutter is flooded with blood and the police happen to arrive. Out of 5 crimes, 2 are mobile phone related. Are you waiting for your turn?
Add to this the health risks from the microwaves they emit, and it would seem clear that mobile phones offer more disadvantages than advantages. Worst of all, is that my wife can call me wherever I am. I am never safe from my mobile phone.
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Added the question ma self...wanted to see how people do what i jus done. Btw not like a real response I read another repsonse then tried to remember how to write an essay :|
Let me know where it goes wrong
Thanks
this somehow doesnt convince that mobile phones are a 'curse'. It sounds flat and well no offense but a bit boring because i dont feel as if im persuaded. You need to read this again and make it sound like its breaking the ''imaginary wall'' with superlatives and comparatives and other persuasive techs.
this is what i thought anyway...Also i dont understand para 2 because pubs are usually noisy and crouded so ???peace and tranquility??? and para 3 ???what??? (unless you mean people eavesdropping on the convo even though you could set the volume of it)
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