Some people believe that greed and selfishness has become the basis of modern society, and we should return to the old traditions of family and community then we will have a better life. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the above opinion?
In this fast-paced world, many values are undergoing major changes. While people
traditionally prioritize caring, sharing and generosity in life and work, modern people seem to be more self-absorbed and self-concerned.
Modern people act selfishly to survive the harsh competition of life. They say that it is a jungle out there. To survive, you have to fight with whatever means that come handy. Obviously greedy and selfishness go perfectly well with such ideas. In a company, employees do everything they can to get better pay and higher position, even at the cost of colleagues. We are in any way advocating any selfish conduct. It is just that people are pressured to act in a certain way due to outside influences.
In spite of common practice, it is hard to conclude that modern society is built on greed and selfishness, both of which are not newly invented vocabulary. In ancient times people also did greedy and selfish things though such behaviors were more condemned then. But we can not ignore the fact that people in the past lived a relatively more isolated life and faced less pressure compared with their modern counterparts.
Are we happier to share with others and be generous to them? There is no fixed answer either. Some people take great pleasure helping and giving to others while others feel happy doing the opposite. But I personally think that people should not be too selfish. Caring for others can actually encourage the development of a mutually beneficial relationship.
In conclusion, modern people appear to be more self-centered than those in the past due to strong outside pressure. However, we should encourage people to know the importance of being caring and generous and build a mutually beneficial relationship with others.
Are Modern People Becoming More Selfish?
Main comparisons | Contexts |
1. are changing | In the past people put caring, sharing and generosity in the first 2. . |
Nowadays, people seem to be more 3. about themselves. | |
4. are changing too. | People in the past appeared to be modest and self-effacing（谦让的） |
People may strive to achieve their own 5. at the price of their coworkers. | |
The author’s understanding | |
6. for changes in author’s eyes | Fierce 7. and great 8. on modern people may be responsible for the changes. |
The author’s 9. towards topic. | A relationship which can 10. two sides should be established. |
随着信息技术的快速发展，网络语言以其快捷的传播方式进入了人们的生活。根据某机构最近对某市中学生的调查，发现中学生对网络语言的使用看法不一，结果如下：
支持者 | 网络语言是信息时代发展的产物，是草根文化的新形式； 易懂，易学，使用快捷方便； 网络语言很酷很有趣，丰富了校园文化生活，缓解了学习压力。 |
反对者 | 有些网络语言粗鲁，庸俗； 汉语言是传统文化的基础，过多地使用网络语言会使下一代逐渐淡忘传统文化； |
你的观点 | （不少于两点） |
请给21世纪英语报写一篇题为Is cyber language dangerous？的报道，陈述以上的调查结果并发表你自己的看法。
注意：1. 不要逐条翻译，可适当发挥；
2. 词数150字左右；开头已写好，不计入总词数；
3. 参考词汇： 草根文化 grass-roots culture; 庸俗 vulgar
Is cyber language dangerous ？
With the development of information technology, cyber language has stepped into our life and is spreading rapidly. According to a survey recently conducted among high school students, there are various views about the use of cyber language.
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