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Balancing the Merits and Demerits of Television Ownership |
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With the advent of televisions, numerous forms of entertainment have been
supplanted. Vibrant programs such as television serials and global news have
eradicated the necessity of reading books or papers, listening to radios, or
even watching movies. In fact, during the 1970s, when televisions were
initially introduced, cinema theaters experienced substantial losses as many
individuals opted to remain within the comforts of their homes to indulge in
their favored programs.
Verily, the television brings the world into our abode. Thus, by staying at
home and manipulating a few buttons, global events promptly unfold before
us. Presently, children thrive in linguistic development due to their early
exposure to television programs. At such a tender age, perusing books or
papers would prove arduous for them. Therefore, television programs serve as
an excellent source of edification. Furthermore, the enunciation of
newscasters, actors, or actresses tends to adhere to standardized
conventions, thereby enabling young children who watch these programs to
acquire "correct" pronunciations. Owning a television also confers immense
benefits upon working parents who are typically engrossed or fatigued to
engage their children in outdoor recreations. Surrounded by the comforts of
their home, the family can seize the opportunity to convene and savor their
cherished television programs.
Naturally, we must not become excessively enthralled by the advantages of
television and neglect its negative aspects. Engaging in television programs
diminishes our inclination to read. Why bother perusing newspapers when we
can glean the information from television news reports? Why delve into books
when captivating movies are projected? The dearth of reading is particularly
detrimental to young children, as it hampers their ability to write, leaving
them capable of only speaking. I have a neighbor whose six-year-old child
can articulate complete sentences like "I like cats," yet when tasked with
transcribing the sentence, is incapable of doing so. Not only are children's
writing skills adversely affected, but their cognitive capacities are also
impaired. Television programs negate the necessity for critical thinking.
The narratives, ideas, and facts are crafted in the manner desired by
television producers. Exposure to such viewpoints and the dearth of
opportunities for reflection impede children's analytical abilities.
Despite the drawbacks of watching television programs, personally, I opine
that adopting a balanced approach, one of selective television viewing
without succumbing to excessive indulgence, represents the optimal solution
to reconcile both the merits and demerits of owning a television. |
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