There are two different opinions on the problem of volunteering. Some people consider that teenagers should be involved in volunteering. There are also those who claim that it is not necessary for teens.
Personally, I think that volunteering has a lot of advantages. First of all, it gives teenagers an important opportunity to change the world for the better and help people, who need it. What is more, volunteering teaches teenagers how to work in a group and be responsible for yout own decisions. Finally, it helps them to find new friends and learn to communicate with other people.
However, there are also people who believe that volunteering is not essential for teenagers. They claim that it requires a lot of time and it is better for teenagers to pay more attention on their studies.
Nevertheless, I cannot agree with this opinion because although there are some disadvantages of volunteering, the advantages of it highy overweigh them.
In conclusion, it should be noted that although there are two different opinions on this problem. I strongly believe that it is important for teenagers to be involved in volunteering as it helps them to socialize and change the world around them for better.
Эссе (сочинение) по английскому языку на тему: Volunteering is essential for teenagers
ЭССЕ (СОЧИНЕНИЕ)
Many modern teenagers are involved in volunteering, and their involvement appears to be controversial. Some people appreciate teenagers’ participation in social projects while others would prefer teenagers to pay more attention to themselves. In this essay I am going to detail my position on this issue.
In my opinion, teenagers should not be absorbed in volunteering. When you are a girl or a boy, it is more reasonable to save your time for school and for your personal development. You had better strive for knowledge, form good habits, take care of your health rather than do the work that is within the competence of the authorities. Moreover, volunteering is unpaid, so teenagers spend their time for nothing. At a young age everyone wants to have some pocket money to go to a cafe, to buy trendy clothes or a new computer game, that is why boys and girls often find a part-time job and receive income.
But there are people who tend to think that volunteering is worth doing, because, as a rule, this activity is based on a team work. Teenagers learn how to cooperate with their peers and obey their superiors. These skills are useful for their successful future career.
Nevertheless, I cannot support my opponents’ position, because it is not only volunteering that implies team work, but there are also other activities where you have to cooperate with other people. For example, many boys and girls work as promoters handing out leaflets to the passers-by. Doing this job, they have to be disciplined, to follow their superiors’ orders and instructions and to be in active contact with the people around them. So, teenagers develop their skills and, in addition, earn money.
To sum up, volunteering is not the best option for teenagers to spend their time and to make their efforts. In this period of life, everyone should focus his/her attention on study and physical education. Also, it is possible to have a paid part-time job.
8 Представьте, что вы только что начали выполнять некоторую волонтерскую работу после школы. Напишите письмо вашему английскому другу по переписке, чтобы убедить его / ее выполнять некоторую волонтерскую работу тоже. Скажите: какой добровольной деятельностью вы занимаетесь, когда и как часто, какие работы вы делаете, почему вы думаете, что ваш друг должен присоединиться к вам (60-80 слов).
Hi, Nick!
I have got your letter and can tell you more about my work. I am volunteer as event organizer. I work after school not more than for 4 hours twice a week. As a rule, I help to organize competitions, festivals and master classes for people. I usually meet our guests and tell where they have to go and what should do.
I think it is a great opportunity to help to make life of our society more interesting and diverse. Moreover, you can meet many volunteers of your age and make new friends.
All the best,
Kris
Перевод:
Привет, Ник!
Я получил твое письмо и могу рассказать тебе больше о моей работе. Я волонтер-организатор мероприятий. Я работаю после школы в течении не более 4 часов дважды в неделю. Как правило, я помогаю организовать соревнования, фестивали и мастер-классы для людей. Я обычно встречаю наших гостей и говорю куда они должны идти и что делать.
Я думаю это замечательная возможность помочь сделать жизнь нашего общества интереснее и разнообразнее. Кроме того, ты можешь встретить много волонтеров твоего возраста и завести новых друзей.
Всего наилучшего,
Крис
Dear Mike,
Last week I began to work as a volunteer at the animal shelter. I thought that it’s very hard, but I erred. It’s very interesting! I help to educate animals, to take care about them, to find the good hosts for animals. You know I love animals, and this job is the best way of implementation of my love. I’m very glad to help animals!
You should think about coming with me someday! It’s very rewarding!
Let me know about your decision.
Best regards,
John
Перевод:
Дорогой Майк,
На прошлой неделе я начал работать в качестве волонтера в приюте для животных. Я думал, что это очень трудно, но я ошибся. Это очень интересно! Я помогаю обучать животных, заботиться о них, искать хороших хозяев. Ты знаешь, что я люблю животных, а эта работа является лучшим способом реализации моей любви. Я очень рад, что могу помочь животным!
Ты должны подумать о том, чтобы пойти со мной туда когда-нибудь. Это очень полезно!
Дай мне знать о своем решении.
С наилучшими пожеланиями,
Джон
Dear George,
What is new with you? I started volunteering at the local Red Cross. We had an earthquake last week and many of our friends and neighbours have lost their homes. I go everyday and hand out clothes, food and blankets to people that are in need. Last week we had to set up beds in a huge tent for people to sleep. It felt really good to do something for someone else. You should think about coming with me sometime. It is very rewarding.
Your friend,
Jack
Перевод:
Дорогой, Джордж,
Что нового у тебя? Я начал заниматься волонтерством в местной организации Красного Креста. На прошлой неделе было землетрясение и многие из наших друзей и соседей потеряли свои дома. Я хожу каждый день и раздаю одежду, еду и одеяла людям, которые в этом нуждаются. На прошлой неделе мы поставили кровати в большой палатке, чтобы люди спали. Это действительно здорово делать что-то для кого-то другого. Подумай насчет того, чтобы пойти со мной как-нибудь. Это очень стояще.
Твой друг,
Джек
It is of common knowledge that a lot of people volunteer nowadays. Some people believe that it is obligatory for all youngsters to volunteer, whereas others consider that it is not true. They say that volunteering should be optional for everyone.
I think that teenagers should not be made to volunteer. First of all, young people are preoccupied with their studies and they do not have time to volunteer. For example, if teenagers are forced to volunteer, their academic results will be worse due to lack of time for training. Secondly, work performed under pressure or without payment is performed poorly. Until a teenager understands the importance of volunteering, it is useless to force them to work for free.
At the same time there are people who have a different opinion. They consider that all young people should be forced to volunteer. To begin with, forcing youngsters to volunteer can help them develop into proactive citizens. What is more, a teenager’s social circle typically consists of family and school friends. Volunteering gives youth the opportunity to meet people outside of their usual circle.
Personally, I do not agree with the opinion mentioned above. Teenagers may become proactive citizens without volunteering. They may simply participate in community activities. In addition, the social circle of modern teenagers is quite wide even without volunteering.
In conclusion, I would like to say that there are opposing views on this issue. At first sight, obligatory volunteering for all youngsters seems to be efficient. But in actual fact the understanding of the importance of volunteering cannot be overridden by force. Thus, I strongly believe that all volunteering for all youngsters should be optional.