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1. Some people think that if a police force carries a gun, it can lead to higher level of crime in that society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Police carrying guns will not result in a rise of crime and violence. Instead, it is probably the premise of social stability.
Seeing policemen holding guns may make some citizens uneasy and falsely harbor the view that perpetrators are everywhere. This is typical true in those countries suffering from terrorist attacks, where armed forces are deployed in locations like underground railway stations and airports. Nevertheless, violence, I believe, must be combated with an iron fist and gun-carrying in this case is hardly a destabilizing factor.
Firstly, the simple presence of guns, being hold by specially trained police forces, itself is a deterrent to potential violence. In other words, common citizens will think twice before resorting to violence when they are unconsciously aware that violent acts are not allowed and will surely be preserved at any price in severe cases. Latent robbers or murderers, for instance, may be brought to a halt since they are convinced that they can hardly succeed in the face of professionally trained gun-carriers.
Furthermore, policemen carrying guns do not necessarily induce abuse of guns. In some countries like America, the public may complain gun shots every now and then. However, in many countries, individuals have no legal access to such weapons. Whilst police are permitted to own guns, there are also a range of rules regulating the use. Put another way, the guns will be effectively controlled and managed, and once in need, they are in the hands of qualified policemen, few of whom are likely to pose a threat to social stability. In China, for example, Gong An (Chinese name for policemen, literally meaning people in charge of public security ) are allowed to carry guns under regulated circumstances, and guns among the common people are strictly controlled. As a result, there are few gun-shot cases in China.
In conclusion, it is necessary for police forces to be equipped with guns to deter criminal acts and ensure social order.
2. Nowadays food has become easier to prepare. Has this change improved the way people live?
With the advantages of technology, the human has shifted to a lifestyle in which individual requirement for delicious food has emerged not just to fulfil the hunger. They want to enjoy a diverse range of foods with a varying taste and for that have invented many new and complex recipes. They want to do it easily and swiftly with the help of modern tools and technology. Has this really improved our lifestyle or has done more harms? Let us examine this in the following essay.
People want to enjoy a diverse type of food - prepare them at home or eat at expensive restaurants. People want to try new cuisines both at home and at restaurants and they want to be served promptly. This is where the modern equipment takes part in, and food preparation nowadays is easier and faster and this has definitely enhanced our lifestyle as it allows us to enjoy food, not just satisfy our tummy.
Moreover, modern tools like the rice cooker, microwave oven, slicer, mixer, electric heater and so on make the cooking process quick and convenient. This saves a great deal of time unlike the past when someone had to be busy all day to prepare meals for the family. People now have more time for recreation, hobbies and for the family. For students, busy corporates, businessmen and researchers, this improvement remarkably enhances their lifestyle.
On the downside, the advancements in food preparation methods have led to the growth of fast food industries and their restaurants pop-up everywhere, like mushrooms after the rain. This might seem convenient for those who do not have time to prepare food at home, but the health hazards are even greater. The obesity rate is skyrocketing in western countries and more people, these days, are suffering from health-related issues.
In conclusion, the latest technology has undeniably improved the quality of individual’s living standard but not without a cost. To make the best of this development we have to avoid junk food but prepare more nutritious food at home.
3. World history suggests that violence and conflict were more evident under male leadership than under female leadership. So, for peace to prevail, female leadership can be considered as a better option than male leadership.
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