Advantages and
disadvantages of living in cities
My personal attitude toward cities
and living there
Every now and then we ask ourselves
whether it’s better to live in a city our in a countryside.
I haven’t yet decided for myself
whether I want to spend my whole life in a city or not. City life has its
advantages and disadvantages.
First of all, it is easier to find
work in the city than in the country, besides, salaries are much higher and one
has a larger variety of jobs to pick from.
Moreover, cities are the centers of
culture and social life. Living in a city one has all sorts of museums, music
halls, theatres, exhibitions, movie theatres, pubs, restaurants and night clubs
at their command. Therefore there are a lot more free time facilities than in
rural areas.
Cities are also centers of
education. Many young people move to cities because there are more
opportunities for continuing their education there. Usually country’s largest
and best universities are located in big cities, as for example Sorbonne in
Paris or Moscow State University in the capital of Russia.
Another advantage it better living
conditions. In the city people live in more modern houses which need less work
doing to them. That saves a great part of their time and effort.
Among the disadvantages there are
crime, pollution, high prices, enormous traffic jams and overcrowded streets
and subway and of course the threat of the present – terrorism.
From the point of view of ecology
cities are not the best place to live in. Garbage and sewage are two major
problems of cities as well as air and water pollution.
Besides it’s not safe in terms of
crime. For example, I wouldn’t walk back home late in the evening alone in
Moscow. It’s dangerous I think. One can either get robbed of their purse,
jewelry or mobile phone or even get raped, for example.
One has to watch out for pickpockets
even in the daylight. You have to be very careful in crowded places as markets
and underground for example. Once one of my friends was on the underground, it
was a day time, and her cell phone was snatched right out of her hands just as
the train was coming into the station and of course they got off straight away
and she could do nothing about it. Moreover most of the thieves are carrying
knives, which means if you resist you can get badly hurt.
People who get attacked by robbers
more frequently are foreign tourists, I think. They are easy targets, they
stand out in the crowd. Thieves know they are probably carrying money and
documents and they don’t speak the language and they are vulnerable therefore.
Thus, no matter whether one is a
visitor or a citizen, they have to be sensible and keep their eyes open.
I moved from my small hometown to
Moscow five years ago with the intention to enter a University and be able to
get an interesting and well-paid job in the future. I have never regretted this
decision. One simply has more opportunities living in such a city as Moscow.
City life is very intense and interesting, there are so many events going on
every day, exhibitions, premieres, competitions, shows, etc.
Personally I enjoy living in the
city, mostly for the spare time facilities. I like to go out to the movies or a
theatre with my friends. Together with my boyfriend I go to a nice restaurant
once in a while. In the winter we love to go skating, my favorite skating rink
is the indoor one in CSK. Outdoors I get chilly very fast, therefore I prefer
staking indoors. Besides it’s very convenient to stake in CSK for the rink is
open till 6 o’clock in the morning and you don’t have to worry about being
late. Prices are very reasonable there as well.
And if you are tired of social life,
it is a great pleasure just to walk along the ancient streets of Moscow, which
have so much history behind them, and admire the architecture.
However, despite my great love
towards Moscow, I love to come back to the small, quiet and green town of
Puschino. I am very fond of the atmosphere of the rural life. When I get there
it seems that time goes by slowly I don’t have to hurry, I’m able to enjoy
myself to the fullest, and it calms me down a lot.
Вор: mugger, robber, thieve, pickpocket
Questions
Which capital city would you most
like to spend a weekend in?
After I visited Paris last summer,
I’ve been dreaming of spending at least a weekend in the capital city of Spain,
Madrid. It’s been my dream since I started studying Spanish four years ago. It
would be really nice simply to feel the atmosphere of Spain. I think it must be
different from that of other European countries and therefore I can’t even
imagine what it is like there. So the trip is definitely to bring surprises and
fascinating impressions.
I would definitely go to the most
popular place in Madrid El museo del Prado, also I would visit La Plaza Mayor
(the Major Square) and one of the palaces. Maybe I would try and go to see
corrida, although I’m against cruel treatment of animals, but just once and
just to get an impression of what it is in the real life, it would be ok.
Besides, I would definitely experience Spanish night life, which I heard of so
many times!
No matter whether I’ll be able to
see a lot or not, It would be really nice to practice my Spanish, visit a
totally new country and culture, and just get an impression of what Spain is
like.
How would you describe the general
atmosphere of the city?
- For me city is a large gathering
of angry, tired, irritated people, it is stress, tension, traffic jams,
self-concentration. One is always in a hurry and is late everywhere. One doesn’t
have time to do all they want to.
- On the other hand, it’s the
romance of old streets and gorgeous parks. It is the atmosphere of business and
fullness of life. Living in a city one is in the centre of so many different
events going on.
What precautions do you suggest we
should take when walking home at night?
- I think we should have smb meet us
at the underground station and accompany us home. It’s more likely that one
gets attacked walking alone than with smb else.
- It’s also important not to walk
late at night. Besides, we should avoid dark streets and parks and large
gatherings of potentially aggressive people.
What do you think police could do to
improve the situation?
- Police could put up close circuit
TV cameras in public areas. Also, police patrol at night could help. It would
be useful to have security guards on public transport. Street lightning all
night would also work towards improving the situation.
Другие работы по теме:
Imagine your life in 2050
Автор: Разное You can take your robot-dog in virtual reality and you will live in underwater cities with sharks and whales because there will be very bad atmosphere and we will get into the water forever.
My modern image of the United States
MY IMAGE OF USA THE USA IS THE WORD THAT WE HEAR 24/7 IN OUR EVERYDAY LIFE.THERE ARE MANY REASONS FOR THAT .THE USA BECAME A FAMOUS COUNTRY NOT ONLY BECAUSE OF IT`S SCANDALS BUT ALSO FOR
My Antonia 3 Essay Research Paper One
My Antonia 3 Essay, Research Paper One person s dream is another person s nightmare. The book, My Antonia written by Willa Cather, tells of the last segment of Antonia’s life. In the final book, Jim wonders whether the life that is right for one is ever right for two. My thesis is in the case of the life of the Cuzak s.
City Of Joy Essay Research Paper The
City Of Joy Essay, Research Paper The movie “City of Joy” was an excellent use of class time and it shows life in Calcutta very vividly. Life in Calcutta is described in detail and more vividly in the movie than in the textbook. “City of Joy” helped me in understanding the city of Calcutta and the country of India.
Homosexuality Is Wrong Essay Research Paper Scriptures
Homosexuality Is Wrong Essay, Research Paper Scriptures from King James version – The Holy Bible I don’t understand how anyone believing in God can accept homosexuality as a normal way of life. In Chapter 19 of Genesis, two angels were sent to get Lot (a Godly man) and his family out of the city of Sodom. God was going to destroy the city because it was it was inhabited by all homosexuals.
Persuasive Essay Gotham
’s City Cemetery Essay, Research Paper Constructing a cemetery is very useful for many reasons. People in Gotham City should construct a cemetery instead of a monument because people will use it, people will visit it and people will remember it. People in Gotham City need a cemetery than a monument. A cemetery will bring people happier.
An Unforgettable Trip Essay Research Paper
I still remember my 10 days trip to Calcutta, which is largest and fascinating city in India, with my school staff and students when I was ten years old. Moreover, it was 24 hours journey from my city Hyderabad to the city Calcutta. I can never forget this trip because whenever I get free time, the first thing I think is about the friends that I made, the places which I saw, and the way that I lived on this trip.
Jazz By Toni Morrison The City Essay
, Research Paper The City For all people in all societies the characteristics of the land are portrayed by the people and those places from which they live. The setting can act as an influence on people and can be just as strong as a parental figure, but this influence is not always positive. It can corrupt, blind and institutionalize all those in its reach.
Socrates Essay Research Paper Socrates view
Socrates Essay, Research Paper Socrates view on morality is that anyone can do wrong. It is said that injuring someone in return for injury to oneself is wrong. He follows this with the connection between morality and the city. You do badly without the cities authorization; you are doing wrong towards the city and the laws.
Sustainablity Essay Research Paper What is an
Sustainablity Essay, Research Paper What is an unsustainable city? An unsustainable city: Requires continual input of non-renewable resources uses renewable sources faster than the rate of renewal
Seregas Essay Essay Research Paper The life
Seregas Essay Essay, Research Paper The life stories of many today s New Yorkers are amazingly similar and different at the same time. For those of us who can call New York our new home, the choice to move to this city has certainly been one of the most important decisions of our lives. Whether or not we came from fifty or five thousand miles away, the hopes for success and brighter future were the sources of our motivation.
A Comparison Of Archibald Lampman
’s The City On The End Of Things And Bliss Carman’s Twilight In Eden Essay, Research Paper The poetry of Archibald Lampman and Bliss Carman, while having some similar themes, have remarkably different styles. Both poets have written numerous poems dealing with nature, landscape, and the comparison between these ideas and the city.
City And Village Life Essay Research Paper
City Life And Village Life A village is composed of small population that is not advanced whereas a city is very advanced and has large population. Life in a village is completely different from life in a city. This difference is like distinction between earth and sky. These lifestyles are totally different from each other.
Education 2 Essay Research Paper In today
Education 2 Essay, Research Paper In today’s society a college education is an essential part of pursuing a career. While in college a person can determine his strengths and weaknesses in whatever path he decides to take in life. A college
Medeval Life Essay Research Paper Medieval towns
Medeval Life Essay, Research Paper Medieval towns were very small, leaving very little room for expanding, therefore the roads, and the houses were very small. Since the houses were made out of wood and were so close together the risk of a big fire was great because the fires were always in the house. Even though the town was built so close together that wasn’t the worst part.
Crito Essay Research Paper Crito Days before
Crito Essay, Research Paper Crito Days before the ship arrives in the city of Athens, to take away the life of Socrates, after he has been sentence to death by an unjust jury. Crito one of the closest friends of Socrates tells Socrates to escape and not die because of an unfair cause. Crito also tells Socrates that he has many friends that are willing to sacrifice everything to see him live.
Analysis Of The Lesson Essay Research Paper
Analysis of The Lesson The Lesson, by Toni Cade Bambara, is a brief narrative story that captures a turnkey moment in a young girl s life. Sylvia vividly recalls the day she learned a life lesson that was initiated by Miss Moore. The central idea of this story is that actual life experiences are the lessons that make the most impact.
Strange Things About City Life Essay Research
Paper The differences between urbanites and country people are an old story in literature and commentary. Shakespeare often has a country bumpkin for audiences to laugh at in his plays. Children of all countries are told a bedtime story about the country mouse who comes to visit the city mouse. Common sayings often remind us of the ironies of life by contrasting rural and urban origins.
American City
– New York Essay, Research Paper Cities usually go through a certain time line of development and expansions. The city of New York is an example of one of these cities. New York started out as a tiny Dutch city and grew to what it has become today: One of the most crowded and modernized cities of the world. It has gone through stages of growth, just like a person goes through stages of life and growth.
Discripitve Essay Moving Essay Research Paper Moving
(Discripitve Essay) Moving Essay, Research Paper Moving to a Better Life I have had a fortunate life. I have never had to experience the death of an immediate family member, or any violence to deal with. Whenever someone asks me What event has changed your life? I reply, The only event that I can truly say has changed my life is when my family moved to Sioux City, Iowa.
Discrimination Extinct Or Is Essay Research Paper
” Discrimination: extinct, or is it?” Who says discrimination doesn t exist in present day? Newspapers, television, and people all around us are methods of seeing that discrimination occurs everyday of our lives. There might be those people who say that it is extinct, but then again, do they come in contact with people outside their own race? Discrimination is something that is here with is for as long as we live.
The Search Of Truth Essay Research Paper
The Search for Truth In ?Oedipus the King,? Oedipus?s relentless search for the cause of the city?s plague leads to his inevitable misery. Unknowingly, Oedipus had slain his father, married his mother, and was the cause of the city?s misfortune. Mid way through his search, Oedipus is warned that his search will only lead to his misfortune, but he decides to continue.
History Essay Research Paper 4 discuss the
History Essay, Research Paper 4. discuss the values which helped the Romans build an empire from a city-state.From a city-state to Roman Empire, the values such as individualism and Greek idea helped the Romans build an empire from a city-state. During a city-state period, the Romans were very concerned about maintaining the customs or traditions of their ancestors.
Romeo And Juliet Tragedy Of A Family
Or A City? Essay, Research Paper Romeo and Juliet: Tragedy of A Family or A City? Is Romeo and Juliet’s death a tragedy of two families or a tragedy of a city? In the following quote, W. H. Auden says, “The tragedy of Romeo and
Oedipus Rex Essay Research Paper
In Oedipus Rex by Sophocles, Oedipus tried to make the world that he lived better by trying to kill people that he thought made the problems in the city.He said that he wanted to find the men who were responsible for the plague in the city. Then he would kill them and get rid of the problem. He also said that he wanted to rid the city of all the people that were causing all the pollution in the city.
Angel City Essay Research Paper Angel
Angel City Essay, Research Paper ? Angel City? The most unique, magnificent, and extraordinary city that I would love to visit is the ?City of Angles?. Tucked away in the midst of our atmosphere, lies the beauty of having everlasting life, and dreams that come true. Baby- blue skies, and cotton candy clouds fills this entire city.
The Problems Of Mexico City Essay Research
Paper The Problems of Mexico City The principal problems now facing Mexico City are its overcrowding and overpopulation, its dangerous environment, its dwindling water supply, and its
Women In Indian Society Essay Research Paper
The position of women in Indian society is very different than our society. The status and roles are sometimes an insult to the human race. Not to mention, most city women cannot even talk to the women of villages. Also, the woman, as a wife, has a lot of expectations and responsibilities in the household as well.
Chicago Essay Research Paper Chicago has been
Chicago Essay, Research Paper Chicago has been the fastest growing city of the world. The city of the Century is the name given to this historic city. It is a great city of the greatest people who devoted almost their whole life to this city. Jane Addams, Florence Kelley, Clarence Darrow, Mary McDowell, Thorstein Veblen, Albert Parsons, Ida B.
The Unjust Life Is More Profitable Than
The Just Life Essay, Research Paper “The Unjust Life Is The Most Profitable Life” Plato argues in his book the “Republic” that the just life is better that the unjust life. Although, Glaucon has legitimate arguments, Plato refutes them effectively by showing that the just life is better.