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Directed Writing - Article

You are concerned over the implications and long-term health effects of the haze. Write an article to
the local newspaper expressing your concern based on all the notes below.
     the reasons behind the haze
     role of government and society
     steps that can be taken
     give relevant examples of:
-       health complications
-       measures
-       roles of government and individuals

When writing the article you should remember:

-       to lay out the letter carefully
-       to use paragraphs
-       that you letter is to the press

Haze: A Danger to Health

            The haze is a constant phenomenon faced by Malaysia and her neighbouring countries. The
haze is basically pollution of atmosphere, which is clogged with pollutants and other substances
from forest fires.

            The haze is a direct effect of forest fire in Kalimantan and other parts of Indonesia due to slash
and burn method of farming. The Indonesian authorities appear to have no power to control farmers
from practising such methods. The haze is further worsened by open burning practised by most
Malaysians. Open-field burning of rice straw by the rice planters and open burning of dried leaves
and garbage done by the public are a few examples that done by Malaysian. Many are ignorant of
the health effects of open burning.

            During the haze, hospitals and clinic often report a dramatic increase in respiratory problems,
lung infections and asthma attack. The Air Pollution Index (API) usually indicates the hazardous and
dangerous levels of pollution during this period. The haze has long-term side effects. Prolonged
inhalation of polluted air will result in serious lung infection which particularly affects the elderly.

            The government must play its role to reduce the haze treat. It has to cooperate with the
Indonesian authorities to stamp out forest fires. The culprits must be brought to justice, either
through healthy fine or prison sentence. Constant vigilance would ensure the perpetrators do not
repeat their offence.

The government should also raise the public awareness of the dangers of forest fire. Continuous
campaign of the cause, solutions and steps-need-to-be-taken to reduce the haze need to be
promoted through all types of social media like television, radio, newspaper and even via internet.
The authorities should also provide assistance to farmers and introduce more sophisticated forest
clearing methods.
            In Malaysia, strict laws must be imposed to penalise those who practise open burning. On-
going campaigns on the dangers of open burning should be intensified. Individuals too have a role to
play. They must participate in every campaign and stop burning. Students can advise their parents
not to practice open burning.

            Every individual has to remember that we do not own the world, but instead we lent it from
our future generations. We must protect our world so that our grandchildren woulh have a healthy
earth to live.

Ahmad Harun bin Hashim

Seremban, Negeri Sembilan

Continuous Writing

Question: Do you agree that Social Networking Websites are beneficial? Give reasons to support
your stand.

Social Networking Websites

A large number of internet users have joined social networking websites. A social network
service is an online service, platform, or site that focuses on building and reflecting of social
networks or social relations among people. For example is for those who wants to share interests
and, or activities. A social network service essentially consists of a representation of each user which
known often as a profile, his or her social links, and a variety of additional services.

Most social network services are web based and provide means for users to interact over the
internet, such as e-mail and instant messaging. Online community services are sometimes
considered as a social network service. In a broader sense, social network service usually means an
individual-centered service whereas online community services are group-centered. Social
networking sites allow users to share ideas, activities, events, and interests within their individual
networks.

  In the last five years, they have been growing up more and more popular. This increase in their
popularity has led to a large number of members. One of the many reasons why Yahoo!, MySpace
and Facebook social networking websites have increased in popularity is due to the fact that they
cover a wide variety of different topics, issues and interest. They do not just focus on one particular
group of individuals or one particular issue. Their policy is to invite as many types of internet users to
join as possible. By this, I t gives members a wide selection of online friends to choose from.

If you are looking to join a social networking website that is more focused on creating friendships
or partnerships between internet users preferable with the same interests, then you will want to
focus on social networking websites. They have a particular focus. The prevalent websites focus on
important issues, topics and hobbies, such as pet owners, religion travel and others. So before you
join, think of an issue you are interested in and sign up for the website that focuses on that issue.

What really sets them apart from other websites? What is so special about them? These are
questions which have been asked by many who show interest in joining. Primarily, it is the
community. As mentioned, such social networking sites tend to focus on a particular topic, issue or
hobby. This means that if you are a keen traveller and you would like to speak to other keen
travellers, you will want to join a traveller’s networking sites. The difference between these social
networking sites and traditional ones is that you will automatically be paired with hundreds, if not
thousands, of other internet users who share the same interests, views or beliefs as you. This is a big
bonus to the members.

Another benefit to joining the social networking website is that you are, in a way, safer than those
who are members of other networks. Most of them require activation before joining the site. Before
activation can occur, many users are required to state their reasons for wanting to join the network
or they may be required to fill out a small questionnaire pertaining to determine whether or not
they have a genuine interest in the topic focused on by the network in question. By pairing you with
a group of individuals who share the same beliefs, views and interests as you do is advantageous to
members. It means that you do not have to spend hours researching a person or speaking to them
just to learn what they are or are not interested in. Therefore, this enables you to jump right in and
start making friends, almost as soon as you are granted access to the site that you have chosen. This
service gives the social networking websites a great edge over other websites.