Censorship by definition is the prohibiting of words, images or ideas that are "offensive" to others. I feel that the laws governing film censorship should be more versatile. The teenagers of today are becoming more mature and adult-like at an earlier age. They are taught about the dangers of sex as well as drugs in Enrichment or in Personal and Social Education (P.S.E) and know more about certain subjects than adults today would have known when they were younger. I feel therefore it is ridiculous not to allow them to see films containing sex, drugs and violence on TV or at the cinema, until they are 18. In my opinion teenagers today are clearly mature enough to see these films at the age of 16, which is when they are able to finish their secondary education. At this stage they will have been taught everything they need to know. My main argument is that I feel that the laws on the classification of films are outdated.
I believe that the 18 certificate and the 15 certificate should be abolished and replaced by a 16 certificate. This means that they will be able to see the films that they are (in my opinion) mature enough to see.
My main argument is that I feel the laws surrounding film classification are outdated.
Censorship by definition is the prohibiting of words, images or ideas that are "offensive" to others. I feel that the laws governing film censorship should be more versatile. The teenagers of today are becoming more mature and adult-like at an earlier age. They are taught about the dangers of sex as well as drugs in Enrichment or in Personal and Social Education (P.S.E) and know more about certain subjects than adults today would have known when they were younger. I feel therefore it...
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"All nations should help support the development of a global university designed to engage students in the process of solving the world's most persistent social problems. "In a modern society, there are many complex questions, this passage's suggestion is a good advice, but it is not practical.
First, depending the student to solve the world's most persistence social problems is impractical. The student's purpose in a university is to learn some basic knowledge and have some preparation for their future work, and the university's duty is to teach them such knowledge and the basic living ability. we can not say the student do not want to have such research, but they are just lack of such ability. Nevertheless maybe there are some very excellent students or the graduate students can do such research, but it is incommensurate with the spend for building a large global university.
Second, the idea that just one large global university can solve all persistent social problem is ridiculous. It is not a easy work to build a university, they need a large square of field, build many teaching buildings and the student's dormitories. And they also need recruit many famous teachers and attract students to study in their school. All these will cost a lot of money, any beneficial research will happen in several years later. It is better to spend this money to establish many social problem research centers in many existed different universities, We can invite many famous scholars from different countries as long as give the best research condition. The result will be better than establish another university, we can save a lot of money too.
Third, the government's role is important in solving any persistence social problem. In many countries, we need the government's corporation to treat the social problem. such...
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Inthe present age the various societies of world despite the manifold advancement in science and technology are being persistently plagued by the serious social problems. The idea of setting up a global university can be a very helpful in solving the serious social problems like Illiteracy ,Poverty and aparthied,sexual abuse,drug addiction.Cooperation amongst various countries is defenitely required to solve these problems.Recent mutual agreement amongst the countries of the world against the terrorism has defenitely improved the condition and reduced the incidence of terrorist attacks.Such mutual cooperation can also be brought about in solving the issues like child labour. But the major drawback in such a setup can be the it can be a good stage for solving the problem common to the countries but certain problems are there which other societies are not even aware of like dowry system in southwestern asia to which most of the western countries are ignorant .Then why would they like to bear the expenditure for solving these problems which are exclusive to particular nations.So estabilishing such a university calls for rasing above the personal greeds of nations and looking at the problems as challenges against humanity. The nature of problems for each nation depends on the cultural history of the society and thus needs to be dealt in the similar context.This university can be an ideal place for cross cultural communication and thus creating awareness and respect for other cultures and hence looking at the positive aspects of other cultures and utilizing their methodology for tackling the problems.With the fast modernisation of the societies and the western culture rapidly replacing the traditional cultural values of developing countries like India.The socialists can be aware of the reprecurssions of the exceesive modernisation in advance and can get ready to deal with the future situation and avaoiding to be taken...
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All nations should help support the development of a global university designed to engage students in the process of solving the world's most persistent social problems
The term 'global' signifies something substantial for the entire world. The need of a global body is uttermost important to solve social problems. The social problems need not be global for their general world significance, but for the threat they pose.
The point of view of the speaker can be agreed with since the persistent social problems have to be solved. We have many social problems such as poverty, population growth, racial discrimination, child labour, prostitution, AIDS, illiteracy etc. These problems have to be controlled. One way of solving these problems as the speaker says is by the development of a global university which can mould the student's mind to help for a general cause.
For the global university to prosper, not only the developed nations but also the underdeveloped and developing nations should participate. Proper selection of the students is the most important criteria, since these students symbolize their respective nations. There should be no prejudices among the mind of students. Students should come to this global university with an open heart and desire to learn. Unless the desire is not present, this cannot help the cause. The students from developing nations shouldn't dominate or bully their counterparts from developing nations. There shouldn't be a sense of superiority among the students. There should a proper dialogue among the students so that they come to know the various existing problems. These dialogues may help the students unite towards solving persistent social problems.
Population control is one of the most important social problems. Population growth undoubtedly has a definite on social relations and society's historical development. Unfortunately, this issue has been examined insufficiently. When scrutinizing population growth today or...
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Difference, whether it is racial, sexual, or economic is an issue with which everyone must cope, one way or another. Society as a majority constantly discriminates, and this theory, "Only the strong can cope with difference', suggests that only those who are considered 'strong' will reject this attitude of discrimination. First of all, any theory, which classifies people as either weak or strong, is problematic, as such a simplification of something as complex as the human condition is easily challenged on its own.
Consequently, the concept that solely people who are 'strong' have the ability to fight intolerance is flawed. There are so many valid, though conflicting viewpoints on this theory it is difficult to produce a clear-cut conclusion. In reality, we are all essentially discriminatory, if not in one way, then another. So is it merely a person's strength that causes them to retaliate against this bigotry, both within themselves and in society? Though, whether they are strong or weak, is it not a person's individual circumstances and consequent values that decide how they respond to the majorities prejudice? Both these concepts are explored in three texts, "Mississippi Burning"a film directed by Alan Parker, "To kill a Mockingbird", a novel written by Harper Lee and "I Have a Dream", an address by Martin Luther King.
In the novel, "To kill a Mockingbird", Scout Finch, a young girl growing up in a prejudiced, 1940s America said;
"Atticus had used every tool available to free men to save Tom Robinson, but in the secret courts of men's hearts Atticus had no case. Tom was a dead man the moment Mayella Ewell opened her mouth and screamed."
Although her community was one of racist and ignorant people, Scout was taught by her father to be unprejudiced in her attitude to racial difference. Like...
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Killer whales or Orca inhabit all oceans from the tropics to the edge of the polar ice pack. Throughout this vast range, only one species is recognized (Orcinus orca). The largest known concentrations of killer whales are found in the cooler coastal waters of both hemispheres. Norway, Japan, the Antarctic and our Pacific coast have such concentrations. British Columbia is distinguished by its large populations of killer whales, which are predictably found in sheltered, accessible waters. More than 600 whales inhabit our coastal waters, each identified by unique natural markings. These whales live in at least four communities: northern resident, southern resident, transient and offshore. Northern resident killer whales frequent the Johnstone Strait area off northern Vancouver Island, primarily during the summer and fall. This community consists of more than 200 whales in 16 pods, each typically composed of 5-20 individuals. About 78 orcas in 3 pods form the southern resident community. Individuals remain with or closely associated with their birth group throughout their lives. Transient groups are smaller, ranging from 1-5 individuals. Offshore whales seem to travel in large loosely-associated groups. The northern resident killer whale population of British Columbia relies on healthy stocks of wild salmon. We urge decision-makers to follow the risk-averse recommendations of the Pacific Fisheries Resource Conservation Council (PFRCC) to protect wild salmon in the Broughton Archipelago. Killer whales or Orca inhabit all oceans from the tropics to the edge of the polar ice pack. Throughout this vast range, only one species is recognized (Orcinus orca). The largest known concentrations of killer whales are found in the cooler coastal waters of both hemispheres. Norway, Japan, the Antarctic and our Pacific coast have such concentrations. British Columbia is distinguished by its large populations of killer whales, which are predictably found in sheltered, accessible waters. More than 600 whales inhabit our coastal...
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The novel Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury can be compared to the novel To Kill A Mockingbird by Harper Lee. The main character in Bradbury's novel, Guy Montag, has many similarities to Atticus Finch from To Kill A Mockingbird. Both of these men risk their lives to stand up for what they believe in. They both go against the normal beliefs of society, and think for themselves. Although the overall themes of these books are very different, they both center on the general beliefs of the public, and their inability to see things for what they truly are. In Harper Lee's novel, the public do not see that their racism is wrong, because they were taught to believe that African Americans are inferior to whites. The people in Fahrenheit 451 do not see that books are good for their souls, because they were taught to believe that they should all think alike, instead of having books to spark debate, or to influence their minds. First, Guy Montag is a fireman who starts fires instead of putting them out. The society in which he lives focuses on the burning of books to avoid conflicting opinions. They do not read books, think on their own, or go outside and enjoy nature. Instead, they spend their time watching TV, and listening to the radio. After Montag meets Clarisse, he realizes how empty his life is, and he recognizes the faults of his society. When he becomes curious of the books which he is supposed to be burning, he finds himself risking everything he has to find out more. Atticus Finch lives in a southern community of racist people. Although he himself is not racist, he finds himself trying to deter his children from the faults of their town. He is a lawyer who is...
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To Kill a Mockingbird, which takes place in a small town in Alabama, is about life and the lessons everyday people obtained from it. By reading this classic novel, one can learn a lot about things such as kindness, hatred, racism, and humor. It also gave examples of the differences between the many different kinds of people. This novel also describes what it takes to be a better person in life. One quote that stood out in this book was one that was said by Atticus. He said, "You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view- until you climb in his skin and walk around in it" (Lee ). I believe this quote gives a good lesson about life. What it is saying is that you can think you know a lot about someone by just looking at them, but you have to expirence being them to really feel what its like to be that person. Another quote that gave a good lesson about life was one that took place between Scout and Atticus. It read "Atticus, he was really nice… Most people are, Scout, when you finally see them" (Lee 281). What this has to say about life is that rumors and things alike go around about many people, but if you really get to know them, you will find that most people are nice. You will also find that moat rumors about people are not true. Another quote that seemed to sum up the book well was one that took place between Atticus and Maudie, which said "Mockingbirds don't do one thing but make music for us to enjoy. They don't eat up people's gardens…that's why it is a sin to kill a mockingbird" (Lee ). What this quote says about life is that...
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To Compare and Contrast the novel To Kill A Mockingbird with the Visual Text A Time To Kill. By Denise Kara Harper Lee s classic novel To Kill A Mockingbird can be easily linked to John Grishams A Time To Kill. Beside the sixty year gap between the two texts, there are very many comparisons that can be made between the two stories. Set in Canton, Mississippi in the mid-nineties, A Time To Kill is a cynical update of To Kill A Mockingbird, the 1963 film set in the 1930's, Maycomb, Alabama. Both texts take place in the Deep South were racism was strong. The crimes were similar to each other. Rape was a key issue in both A Time To Kill and To Kill A Mockingbird. Tom Robinson, To Kill A Mockingbird, is wrongfully convicted of raping a white woman and is put on trial for the crime. In A Time To Kill, Tonya Hailey, a ten-year old coloured girl, is raped by two white, beer-swilling rednecks, beaten, hung and then to cover up their crime, her body was thrown off a bridge. Tonya's father Carl Lee, takes the law into his own hands and seeks revenge on the two men. He shoots the two rapists and is then placed on trial for murder. Their attorneys are both white gentlemen, and are similar to each other. Jake Brigance, A Time To Kill, is a young and verile lawyer who is fairly inexperienced and has the occasional drink. When comparing this description with Atticus Finch, To Kill A Mockingbird, the differences are obvious. Atticus is a very experienced lawyer, who is respected within his community and has never had a drink in his life. They both have very high moral standards and stand up for what they believe in, even if it is an...
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Atticus says, " ……remember it is a sin to kill a Mockingbird". I think the title Harper Lee chose "To Kill a Mockingbird" is perfect for this novel. Both of these people are very good examples of this motif. The injustice of Tom Robinson being accused of raping Mayella Ewell, and Boo Radely held Prisoner in his own house since he was a little child. Tom Robinson was simply convicted for being an African- American and being at the wrong place at the wrong time. Boo Radely was kept prisoner in his house because people thought he tried to kill his mother and he was thought to be mentally ill. Tom Robinson was accused of raping a white woman by the name of Mayella Ewell. That's not the worse part, throughout the trial they mention that Mayella was "mighty beat up on her right side." Tom Robinson's right arm was disabled. When Tom Robinson was a teenager he got his right hand caught in a cotton gin. He can no longer use his right hand this is a very important because that would mean that he could have to use his right hand to beat her up on her left side to cause a black eye and cause many more bruises. Boo Radley is held in his house because people think he tried to kill his mother with a pair of scissors. To keep him away from all the prejudice people his parents kept him prisoner in his house till he was 36. He was innocent but people were prejudice to him because he was mental ill. On the day of the trial no one on the jury cared about the facts. The jury took two hours to find this African-American man guilty of a crime, which he was innocent of. The jury took a white women's word over a black mans word. There was great sense of pride that a white man would help defend an...
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