News stories on TV and in newspapers are very often accompanied by pictures. Some people say that these pictures are more effective than words. What is your opinion about this?

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It is often said that pictures speak louder than words. I suppose

this

maxim goes well with the way news stories are presented by newspapers and television channels. Some people say that it is better to use more pictures. I agree with

this

viewpoint to a great extent. A pictorial and graphical depiction of news stories can be very appealing and convincing. It can

furthermore

cheer up the mood of the readers.

For example

, a candid picture of a rejoicing sports team after winning a world cup trophy will warm many hearts. Sometimes, it may just take a single photograph to narrate a sordid tale or describe the enormity of the situation.

For instance

, a front page image of a crying child in a flood affected surrounding speaks volumes. To cite another example, the portrait of the grieving family of a martyred solider can have quite an impact on the reader / the nation.

Furthermore

, news with photos arouses the reader’s interest to a large extent. In my favourite newspaper ‘Bombay Times’, pictures of various celebrities compel me to read the articles about them. Depending on our interest area, a related picture can draw our attention to read the entire article.

Lastly

, news with pictures can be comprehended in a relatively shorter time than words. In our busy lives, a quick glance over some news headings and images in the morning newspaper may sound better than reading full news.

On the other hand

, I feel care should be taken not to share pictures of some confidential, sensitive and obscene contents.

In addition

, some articles on research, surveys and writer’s opinion are best to be read at full length without the accompaniment of pictures. In summary, I believe pictures in the newspapers and TV channels can create a lasting impression on our mind with their positive, powerful or heart-rending message. They

also

make the news stories more interesting and easy to comprehend.

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News stories on TV and in newspapers are very often accompanied by pictures. Some people say that these pictures are more effective than words. What is your opinion about this?

Fully explain your ideas

In some places old age is valued, while in other cultures youth is considered more important. Discuss both view and give your opinion.

In some countries the average weight of people is increasing and their levels of health and fitness are decreasing. What do you think are the causes of these problems and what measures could be taken to solve them.

The movement of people from agricultural areas to cities to work can cause serious problems in both places. What are the serious problems and what measures can be taken to solve this problem? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Learning out the past has no value for those of us living in the present. To what extent do you agree or disagree?