Media

1. Media is a broad concept. It includes radio, television, Newspapers, magazines, the Internet, and more. It is difficult to imagine life without the media today.
The Internet is the youngest of all media representatives. Its audience increases every year. Unlike other mass media, the Internet provides an opportunity to get the necessary information at any time of the day and in any volume. Also, thanks to the wireless Internet, you can find out all the news, even if you are on a desert island, or in another country where the TV and press are in the national language. On the Internet, you can find out this or that news from a completely different angle, in the form in which television and the press can not present it. After all, as you know, there is no censorship on the Internet.
In my opinion, the Internet is the best invention of the twentieth century. This is an amazing thing that allows people to use the knowledge and experience of the entire human community.

2. Dear Mike,
Thank you for your letter. I'm sorry for not writing you for so long. I spent time helping my little sister with her homework.
Of course, I love movies and often watch them in the cinema. It's a great pleasure to enjoy a good movie! As a rule, my friends and I go to the movies twice a month. Last week, we watched puss in boots. This is a funny cartoon, we laughed a lot. I love different comedies, action movies, romance, and I love high-quality special effects in movies.
You mentioned your friend Sam. How long has he been doing theater? Where does he study? What was the performance?
I have to go because my friend wants me to help her.
Write back soon
Best wishes,
Diana

3. Dear John,
Thank you for your letter. I'm sorry it took so long to write to you. I had a little problem.
A week ago, I had the same problem, I didn't know what to give for my friend for her birthday. My friend is a year older than me, and her name is Masha. She is very good at dancing and singing. Masha loves to do something with her own hands and she has a big sweet tooth. So for her birthday, I gave her a diamond mosaic and a large chocolate cake that I made myself. How old is she? What does your friend do? Does she like shopping or handmade gifts?
I'm sorry, but I have to go, because I need to help prepare for the holiday.
Best wishes,
Diane

4. People spend a lot of time on social media these days. Some of them refuse real communication because they consider it useless. Some people argue that virtual communication affects real communication and leads to a loss of social skills.
I believe that the more people spend time on the Internet, the more their consciousness, language and interaction with others change. Getting used to virtual communication, people stop communicating in the real world. Even being close to each other, people can text through their gadgets. In virtual communication there is no real contact of people, where they observe facial expressions, gestures and other manifestations of the interlocutors.
Summing up, I want to say that I am for the compatibility of real and virtual communication. Technological progress should be used, but we should do it wisely.

5. Nowadays, some people believe that only one person can be your closest friend. Others argue that it is possible to have two, three or even more real friends.
I strongly support the idea that you can have more than one best friend. Because, sometimes it is very difficult to choose only one person, and others also become your best friends. Secondly, the best friend is often a person who has the same interests as you and this joint hobby makes people closer. Third, a true friend will always come to the rescue, always support, keep your secret and give the right advice.
To sum up, there is nothing strange about having close relationships with two, three or more people. It is natural to have several close friends.

6. In a few years, we will have a family. Parents play a huge role in children is lives. But what should people do to be good parents?
You should spend a lot of time with your child.
To be a good parent, you must know your child well, so it is worth taking at least a minimal amount of time to learn more about the child. A small discussion after lunch or a little history before bedtime may well keep in touch. You must also be strict. He may not like your strict instructions, but from strict parents, the child learns discipline.
Being a good parent is difficult, but not impossible. in fact, I believe that all those who really put a lot of effort into working with a child should find themselves very good at this work. 

7. Dear Nick,
Thank you for your last letter. I'm very happy you sent it! I'm sorry I didn't answer sooner, but I was very busy at school.
I'm glad you enjoyed your summer vacation. As for me, I don't have much time for outdoor activities because I have a lot of homework. The best company for me is my friends. I think I would like to try skydiving and go to the mountains because it is very interesting but at the same time it's rather dangerous.
What about your project? How did you call it?" What interesting events have you discovered? What grade did you get for that?
I'm sorry, but I have to go, because we have guests and I have to help mom.
Write quickly!
Best wishes,
Diana  

8. Nowadays, people are increasingly concerned about distant learning. Some people believe that distant learning can be an ideal alternative to attending classes. Others believe that online education cannot be an alternative to traditional education at all.
As far as I know, e-learning can be a good alternative to attending classes. First of all, distant learning is much more flexible than traditional, due to the fact that you choose your own schedule that suits you if you study online. In addition, online training is very suitable for people living in remote areas of our country. However, others believe that traditional education is much more effective than e-learning, because distant education does not provide direct verbal contact with the teacher.
In General, I firmly believe that distance education can be a good alternative to traditional education. However, I must admit that class attendance cannot be replaced by e-learning.

9. Dear Kate,
Thank you for your letter. Congratulate your sister on winning this tournament!
When we have family gatherings, which usually happens on holidays, we usually spend them at home, because our apartment is quite large, and it can accommodate many people at the same time. I usually help my mom set the table and prepare the holiday food. She cooks meat and side dishes, salads and various snacks. We do not entertain guests in any special way, we just talk about what is happening in our lives, dance and sing songs.
I'd like to hear about your sister's victory, because my friend is going to take part in a chess tournament next week. How was the competition? How long had she been preparing? What are the criteria for winning?
Write back soon
Best wishes,
Diana