Question

You recently came across an article in the newspaper about the effect of social networking sites on ****. Write a letter in about 120 words to the editor of a national newspaper expressing your concern about it and offer suggestions to solve the problem.

Social websites harm **’ brain : Chilling warning to parents from top neuroscientists*

Social networking websites are causing alarming changes in the brain of young users, an eminent scientist has warned. Sites such as Facebook, Twitter and Bebo are said to shorten attention spans, encourage instant gratification and make young people more self-centred.

The claims from neuroscientist Susan Greenfield will make disturbing reading for the millions whose social lives depend on logging on to their favourite websites each day.

Answer 1

64-A, Ashok Vihar

New Delhi

12 August, 20xx

The Editor

Times of India

New Delhi

Subject : Effects of Social Networking Sites on **.**

Sir

I wish to draw your kind attention towards the social websites which are a cause of concern for one and all. They are causing alarming changes in the brain of young users. Even the top neuroscientists are not in favour of these sites which are changing youngsters into recluse. They are becoming self-centred. A few sites such as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram have been said to shorten the attention span of young minds which is alarming.

Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, I request you to make a general appeal to the parents to abstain their **** from these sites. They should be encouraged to spend their time in reading good and knowledgeable books or playing outdoor games. I hope this will help them in withdrawing their mind from these websites.

Thanking you

Yours sincerely

Vishal