Английский с Еленой Арзиани
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Автор канала Елена Арзиани - лингво-коуч и полиглот. Специалист по грамматике и фонетике английского языка.

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​​Добрый день, дорогие друзья! Сегодня я подготовила для вас новый текст на уровень FCE (First Certificate in English), который может встретиться на экзамене. Тема довольно актуальная — влияние социальных сетей на нашу жизнь.

THE IMPACT OF SOCIAL MEDIA ON MODERN SOCIETY

In the last decade, social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter have dramatically changed the way people communicate. These platforms allow us to stay connected with friends and family, share our thoughts and ideas, and access news and information from around the world. However, despite the many benefits, social media also has a significant impact ['ɪmpækt] on our mental health and behavior.

One of the major concerns is the addictive nature of social media. Studies show that people, especially teenagers, spend hours scrolling through their feeds, which can lead to negative effects such as anxiety, depression, and feelings of inadequacy. Comparing oneself to the seemingly perfect lives of others on these platforms can create unrealistic expectations, which may result in low self-esteem.

On the other hand, social media can be a powerful tool for raising awareness about important social issues. Movements such as #MeToo and #BlackLivesMatter gained global attention largely thanks to the power of social media, which allowed people to share their stories and organize protests.

In conclusion, while social media has brought about positive changes in communication and activism, it is essential to be aware [ə'weə] of its potential downsides and use it responsibly.

1. platform [ˈplætfɔːm] — платформа;

2. access [ˈækses] — получать доступ, доступ;

3. addictive [əˈdɪktɪv] — вызывающий зависимость;

4. feeds [fiːdz] — ленты (новостей, обновлений);

5. anxiety [æŋˈzaɪətɪ] — тревога, беспокойство;

6. inadequacy [ɪnˈædɪkwəsɪ] — несоответствие, чувство неполноценности;

7. self-esteem [self ɪ'stiːm] — самооценка;

8. awareness [əˈweənɪs] — осведомленность;

9. movement [ˈmuːvmənt] — движение (общественное, политическое);

10. organize [ˈɔːɡənaɪz] — организовывать;

11. protest [ˈprəʊtest] — протест;

12. essential [ɪˈsenʃl] — важный, необходимый.

Учитесь с удовольствием!

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