II: Direction: Read the sentences very quickly. Put check (√) if the writer is FOR the idea, cross (X) if the writer is AGAINST it.

____ 1. Dogs are often a problem at home. Many dogs are noisy and dirty. They
may be even dangerous for small children.
____ 2. An apartment looks much nicer with some plants. The green leaves
make it seem cooler in summer. The flowers give it a happy feeling.
____ 3. Many people believe that meat is an important food to eat. It is not true.
You do not need to eat meat at all. You may be more healthy if you do
not eat meat.
____ 4. Travel is not always fun. Often there are problems with transportation,
language or hotels. It is also very tiring to travel, and you can easily get
sick.
____ 5. Today it is better not to have a camera when you travel. A camera is
heavy and difficult to carry. It is also not necessary. You can buy a good
postcards almost everywhere.
____ 6. A bicycle is the best way to see a country. It does not need gas. It is not
expensive. And you also get some exercise at the same time you are
travelling.
____ 7. Bicycles can be very dangerous. You can hurt yourself by falling off
the bicycle. You can also get seriously hurt if you are hit by a car.
____ 8. Everyone should learn another language. A second language is very
useful these days. It also may teach you something about other
people and places.
____ 9. It is not easy to move to another country. There may be problems
with language or culture. It may be difficult to find a job or a place to
live. And in another country, you do not have a family or friends to help.
____ 10. Music often makes you feel better about life. It can make you happy if
you are sad. It can make you relax when you are nervous.​