The key answer of exercise 11

arguments for

• It gives us insights into the rich and famous.
• Following them is fun.
• Most of us enjoy gossip.
• It's good to hear about some superstar getting what he deserves.
• Fame has become democratised.
• You don't need talent to be famous.

arguments against

• People now idolise mediocrity.
• Teenagers want to be famous for its own sake without making any effort to learn a skill.
• Fame can be confused with achievement.