SLAS Times Magazine | Q1 2021 Fall 2021 | Page 10

Most 6th-Graders

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Begrudge Wearing Masks

In a recent small survey of a random group of 6th-graders at school , students shared different perspectives about wearing masks . Students were specifically asked about what wearing a mask all day at school is like .

Despite masks having tiny holes for breathing , some people still find it difficult . Ethan Cho said wearing a mask all day is bad because he cannot breathe easily . by Mirei Yo
blocks me from others !”
PE teacher Diego Lopez said that it is very hard to project his voice through his mask while presenting . He also believes that wearing a mask is not only for protecting yourself but mostly to protect others .
Whether someone likes it or not , Shanghai has a mask mandate , and everyone is required to obey the law .
Wearing masks might make it feel difficult to breathe because some sweat and hot breath could fill up under the fabric .
Sophie Hong said she was much more comfortable before the pandemic because the mask makes her face feel hot , and causes difficulty breathing . Still , she said , “ Wearing a mask is necessary in this situation .”
Some kids like the feeling of safety being behind a mask gives them . Boonie Yang said , “ I love masks . It