媒体类话题及范文

1.What is it in the mass media that has negative effects on teenagers and what measures should governments take to solve this problem?Para 1: 引入话题Para 2 , 3 ,4 阐述媒体对青少年的危害---暴力，色情，广告Para 5: 政府应该采取的措施The 20th century has witnessed unprecedented advancement in virtually all fields of daily life, and the mass media is no exception. However, everything comes at a price. While we enjoy all the convenience brought about by new ways of disseminating information, our teenagers are adversely affected. There is too much in the media that is harmful to young people.To begin with, the mass media hs become a source of violent scenes and gruesome reports. Today’s television programs, for example, are filled with violence and gory sights. Crimes and criminals are often gloried; the victims and sufferings are usually ignored in those programs, for audience are more interested in the fighting action than the dire consequences.Also, the availability of adult-only videos and sexually explicit pictures on magazines and various websites contribute greatly to the increase in teenage sexual activities and abortion rate. Girls, as well as boys, are now influenced by stories where teenagers fell in love at first sight and enjoyed passionate love affairs without any commitment, responsibility or health concerns. As a result, they start to experiment with sex at an ever-earlier age.Impulsive and easily influenced, young people are constantly tricked by advertisements in all forms of media to purchase unnecessary products or spend hours practicing some new ways of keeping fit, which leads to a vast waste of time and money. Moreover, the omnipresent adverts tempt youngsters to pursue luxurious lifestyles, which are not only unrealistic but also likely to lead teenagers astray.Prompt measures should be taken to minimize the harmful effects of the media. Stricter censorship code should be implemented regarding the content of television programs and other forms of media. Besides, access to pornography is to be strictly controlled. For instance, children should be barred from internet cafes and denied access to certain websites. Most importantly, governments should conduct massive educational programs to inform teenagers of the truth about sex, crimes and advertising. Children need to be taught how to distinguish realities from illusions.2.Some people say that the age of books has passed; information can be accessed via videos, computers, television, films and so forth. Other people think books and written words will still be essential for information dissemination and education. Discuss both sides and give your opinion. 正反观点+个人观点类Para 1 : 引入话题；para2 ,3 :分别论证正反两个观点；para 4:提出自己的观点Books have been with us for thousands of years. Are they going to become obsolete like so many other products once deemed indispensable? Under the onslaught of technology progress, books seem increasingly outdated. However, the total numbers of books published each year is increasingly defiantly.It must be admitted that books are increasingly being replaced by other types of storage devices. Books are not suited for the storage of video and audio materials. Besides, compact disks and other new storage devices outstrip books in terms of storage capacity, cost effectiveness and user friendliness. It is said that all the books in an average library can be stored in dozens of compact disks, which also allow the user to search, copy and paste, all with a few strokes of the keyboard. Interaction between the reader and material is also made possible by computer technology.Meanwhile, there are strong signs that books are going to remain with us for a long time. Books are by far the most convenient way to disseminate information. Just count the number of magazines published each day around the world. They are cheap , easy to carry and do not require electricity. Besides, a book allows you to read at your own pace: you can pause to ponder when necessary or you can skip some tedious parts. Books are tangible and give you a sense of achievement when you finish one whereas the completion of an e-book affords less satisfaction.We can rest assured that books would and should not be replaced by some novel electronic devices. We have seen the folly of such doom day predictions for the radio with the advent of television. The fact remains that different types of media actually complement rather than replace each other. There is every possibility that books will remain and improve as time goes by.3.Television is dangerous because it destroys the family tie and community spirit. It is said by some that television absorbs so much of people’s time that they have no time to talk to each other. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give your opinion.Ask someone what he did last night and you will often get the answer that he or she was watching television. Yes, TV has made itself seemingly indispensable in the modern society, providing hours of entertainment each day. However, all these recreations come at a price.Contrary to what people expect, TV alienates family members by absorbing their time and attention which can otherwise be given to each other. Superficially, the parents and children who sit in front of a TV are supposed to spend some quality time together. But in fact, they are glued to the screen, receiving passively what is offered by the producers. There is no lively discussions, no exchange of views, but only occasional fights over which channel to watch. The time spent watching TV could have been used far more effectively to communicate with each other and strengthen family ties.People’s social life is also affected by the advent of television. Before the age of television, people used to socialize more in the community. After dinner, men would get together to discuss work and politics while women exchanged gossips. Close community ties often cannot withstand the onslaught of TV programs, which induces people to shut the door, sit on the couch and stare at the screen. People become less likely to play a game of chess or basketball with neighbors. TV has robbed them of other more worthwhile activities.Television by itself is not detrimental to improving family ties and community spirit. However, our undue dependency upon it alienates us from our loved ones and neighbors. Nothing would please me more than to see TV be given proper treatment.4.Newspaper, radio, television and computer each has its merits and drawbacks. What is the most efficient means of acquiring information? Give your reasons.中立写法: 引入话题，分别介绍报纸、电视及电脑的优点，最后指出各传媒相辅相成，各有优缺点。