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Eyes Always on Us
Video cameras are everywhere: schools, theatres and stores. But in recent years, they have entered our homes. Many parents set up cameras at home to watch their children's study and daily life. Are cameras really helpful? What do students think about it? Let's look at two students' ideas below.
Li Ming
Earlier last year, I liked to lie in bed and watch videos instead of studying at home. As a result, I didn't do well in the schoolwork. So my parents were very worried and they set up a camera to keep an eye on me.
It really worked. With the camera watching me, I have to do my homework first and then make plans for studying while I am at home by myself. My grades have improved a lot since then.
Also, when I am alone at home, the camera makes me feel safe because I know that my parents are watching on the other side of the camera.
Zhang Hua
When I was in Grade 8, my parents set up a camera in my bedroom. I really didn't like it because I felt like there were always eyes watching me. I felt so uncomfortable that I couldn't sleep well at night. And sometimes I was a little angry.
Knowing there was a camera around when my friends came to my home, they would speak quietly and carefully. We couldn't have pillow fights or share our secrets with each other. I was very sad. So I asked my parents to take the camera away. They agreed and I promised to behave well. I feel
Happy and free
now.
1. Why do some parents set up a camera at home?
To watch their children's study and daily life.
2. What are the two benefits of setting up a camera at home according to Li Ming?
His grades have improved and he feels safe.
3. How did Zhang Hua feel when there was a camera in his room?
Uncomfortable and angry.
4. Can you complete the sentence in Zhang Hua's words?
Happy and free.
5. Do you think it's a good idea to set up a camera at home? Why or why not?
Yes. Because it makes children feel safe./No. Because it makes children feel stressed.
