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Activity 7
Read the text. Then, complete the following mind map.
Pros and Cons on Video Games
Nowadays, the video games industries are developing rapidly. They have become multi-
billion-dollar industries. Video games have become an important part not only of children’s
lives but also of adults. Nevertheless, there are some arguments whether video games have a
good or a bad influence on children.
People who believe in the good influence of video
games say that video games kill children’s boredom
and refresh their minds after a tiring school day.
These games encourage children to be more creative
because the games challenge children to win. The
games sharpen their brains.
On the other hand, video games discourage children
from studying. They find it hard to concentrate on
their studies because the games they play are on their
minds during school. Some children even skip their
extracurricular activities to play games.
https://www.google.com/search?q=people+are+playing+video+game
In addition, video games too often expose children to violence. Two years ago, the students in
the USA shot his teacher and some of his friends. Newspaper said that the boy was deeply
influenced by violence in video games he used to play.
It is obvious that video games have many more disadvantage than advantages. So, parents
should be carefully selecting appropriate games for their children.
Adapted from: Pathway to English book
The issue discussed Pro – list of arguments:
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Con – list of arguments: The position of the writer
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Adapted from Pathway to English book
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