There are some advantages to banning violent computer games. To start with, they promote violence and crime as entertainment, making them seem glamorous and acceptable. Consequently, children may think it is alright to be aggressive in real life. Also, game heroes are often invincible and children sometimes confuse fantasy and reality. As a result, they may not understand that real violence has real consequences. On the other hand, there are some arguments against banning violent video games. Firstly, they are an outlet for children to let off steam. Fighting the bad guys in a game can release tensions and may make children calmer and less aggressive in real life. Secondly, playing video games can build different skills. Shooting games, for example, help children develop co-ordination skills. The writer’ s opinion is that violent video games should not be banned and that it is up to parents to decide what games to let their children play. I agree with the writer’ s opinion because I think that if you ban violent video games you will only make them more attractive to children. They will find ways to play these games without their parents’ permission and consequently a kind of‘ black market’ will be created.
Essay for and against banning violent sports
Many sports are extremely violent, yet this doesn’ t stop people watching them or playing them. Should violent sports be banned or are they just a way for people to enjoy themselves?
There are some arguments for banning violent sports. In the first place, some of these sports are simply an excuse for violence. There is enough violence in our world as it is without seeing sportsmen getting hurt on TV. In addition, people who take part in violent sports risk serious injury or even death. Many young boxers, for example, are seriously injured every year.
On the other hand, there are some disadvantages to banning violent sports. To start with, violent sports can be a healthy way for people to relax and let off steam. As a result, general aggression and violence in society will be reduced. Moreover, instead of banning violent sports, we can improve their safety standards, for instance, by using better protective clothing and equipment. Consequently, sports injuries will be reduced.
In conclusion, there are arguments both for and against the banning of violent sports. I strongly believe violent games should be banned, as I feel they are not going to help people to live together peacefully.
Eating habits
We can stay healthy by eating a balanced diet and getting plenty of exercise. I think I’ m fairly healthy as I watch what I eat and try to include lots of fresh fruit and vegetables. I also play on a basketball team every weekend, which helps keep me fit.
I admit that I have some bad habits like eating junk food and going to bed late sometimes. However, I don’ t eat junk food all the time and try to include healthier options too. Also, if I have a late night I always try to make up for it by going to bed much earlier the next night.
An email about a strange event
Dear Sam, You’ ll never guess what happened to me! I was staying at my grandmother’ s house last weekend. While I was playing in the garden, I found an old bike my dad used to ride. I brought it to my grandfather and he put air in the tyres. I went for a ride through some woods near the house. I had been riding along a path for about an hour when I heard a strange sound. I stopped and looked around, but I didn’ t see anything. Suddenly, I saw something moving in the bushes and went over to see what it was. It was a strange animal. It was lying on the ground and it was crying. It tried to get up, but its leg was tangled up in something. I quickly untangled it and it got up. It was unlike any animal I had ever seen. Then I thought I heard it say‘ Thank you’ before it turned and ran off into the woods. I was glad to help, but it sure was a strange day!
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