Answer — Exercise 11
10.2 - Dreams come true?·Speakout Advanced - Students' Book
Question
Read the essay. What arguments does the writer give for and against celebrity culture?
Answer
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.