Problems in neighbourhood сочинение

Introduction

Life in neighborhoods involves adaptation to specific conditions since for normal social interaction, concessions and compromises are natural aspects of healthy communication. However, in conditions of obvious irritants and neighbors’ incorrect behavior, many questions arise to one another, which creates inconveniences for a normal lifestyle. In my neighborhood in Woodlands Hills, LA, I have to deal with the problem of slamming doors, which leads to anxiety for pets and makes life filled with constant stress. The three most likely causes of this problem are faulty door locks, too poor soundproofing, and a careless and indifferent attitude towards neighbors’ calmness. The most responsible cause is indifference to neighbors’ calmness because the first two reasons can be corrected, while carelessness and selfishness are human qualities that are difficult to influence.

The Relevance of the Problem

The biggest problem in my neighborhood is slamming doors, and this behavior causes anxiety to all pets. Most of my neighbors slam their doors every time they come or leave their apartments. When people do this deliberately, sound and vibration irritate significantly. My dog gets anxious and barks regularly, which upsets the neighborhood continuously. Door slamming is startling and becomes a severe irritant if this a frequent occurrence. In addition to noise, ceilings and walls tremble, which makes everyone nervous. Moreover, this can happen at any time of the day.

My position on this acute problem is unambiguous and tough. Constant noise is unacceptable and disrupts the normal rhythm of life for residents and their pets. We live in a large apartment complex, and this exacerbates the problem. Moving from the complex sometimes seems the best solution to avoid further stress. This has a significant impact on my life and mood. As a result, rest and quiet pastime are impossible in such conditions. Various causes may be the drivers of the slamming door noise problem. To evaluate them, a comparative analysis of these aggravators needs to be conducted.

The Main Causes

One of the reasons for the problem under consideration may be faulty door locks. My neighbor confirmed that her door was slamming for this reason: “I have to fix the door; it seems my lock is broken” (Sheridan). However, after the locksmith replaced her broken lock, the problems in the entire complex were not resolved. This is unlikely that other neighbors slam their doors due to the same issue. Our neighborhood is in a busy place, and, according to Park and Lee, “the ease of penetration of possible intrusion routes” is the main incentive for burglars (101582). In other words, in case of the malfunctioning of many doors, theft would occur frequently. A broken lock is a clear incentive for criminals to enter the house. Therefore, this is illogical to consider this reason as the key one.

The problem of faulty locks seems less likely than poor soundproofing. As Kim and Yoo note, constant noise can occur due to “living in a room with insufficient soundproofing” (1067). Walls and ceilings tremble with the sound of slamming doors. Nevertheless, this issue is relevant to many apartment complexes, and residents adapt to it. Pyatkov et al. argue that “possession of a dog from the point of view of the law – faultless behavior” (235). Dog barking is usually not spontaneous and is triggered by a specific stimulus. Moreover, pets gradually get used to a particular living environment. Therefore, poor soundproofing is not the core of the problem.

Some residents’ annoying behavior seems to be the most compelling reason for the existing issue. Neighbors’ careless and indifferent attitude towards others’ calmness is a selfish position. According to Mutiara, “these unspoken norms of social life sometimes function quietly in the neighborhood” (268). As a result, stress is accumulated due to constant irritation and powerlessness to change the situation. Unlike the problem of broken locks and poor soundproofing, others’ behavior cannot be fixed. In their research, Lee et al. found that “neighbor noise and outdoor noise was found to be equally annoying” (6005). Indifference to others’ comfort is annoying, but this is not a reason for being held accountable. Therefore, this reason seems the most obvious aggravator of the problem.

Our neighbors’ inability to respect one another creates social tension. This is a vicious circle in which, in addition, pets are involved. Pyatkov et al. argue that in animals, “emotions and sufferings can manifest themselves with noise” (236). This behavior is natural for animals but unacceptable for humans. Everyone has the right to a peaceful and quiet rest. Although, as Mutiara remarks, “sound is shaped subjectively,” the issue in our neighborhood is evident (268). This disrespectful attitude is a consequence of the modern selfish way of life. Thus, the noise of slamming doors is not a mechanical but a human problem.

Conclusion

The problem of slamming doors in our neighborhood is an acute issue that concerns not only people but also pets. Based on the analysis, three reasons have been considered: faulty locks, poor soundproofing, and neighbors’ indifference to others’ comfort. The assessment of the problem has shown that the first two problems are removable while changing the attitude of neighbors is problematic. Disrespect for others is a key aggravator of the issue in question. The reaction of pets to noise is natural, but the situation itself is annoying. Stress and anxiety are accumulated, which creates discomfort and prompts to move from the neighborhood.

Works Cited

Kim, Jisun, and Seunghyun Yoo. “Perceived Health Problems of Young Single-Person Households in Housing Poverty Living in Seoul, South Korea: A Qualitative Study.” International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, vol. 18, no. 3, 2021, p. 1067. doi:10.3390/ijerph18031067

Lee, Pyoung Jik, et al. “Attitudes to Noise Inside Dwellings in Three Megacities: Seoul, London, and São Paulo.” International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, vol. 17, no. 16, 2020, p. 6005. doi:10.3390/ijerph17166005

Mutiara, Median. “Noise Complaints between Japanese Neighbors and Migrants in Rural Japan: From the Perspectives of Noisemakers.” Social Sciences, vol. 7, no. 12, 2018, p. 268. doi:10.3390/socsci7120268

Park, So Yeon, and Kyung Hoon Lee. “Burglars’ Choice of Intrusion Routes: A Virtual Reality Experimental Study.” Journal of Environmental Psychology, vol. 74, 2021, p. 101582. doi:10.1016/j.jenvp.2021.101582

Pyatkov, Dmitry, et al. “Noisy Behavior of Residents of an Apartment Building as a Matter of Neighborly Law (the Case of Relationship Between Dog Owners and Neighbors).” Religación, vol. 4, no. 22, 2019, pp. 234-249.

Sheridan, Chloe. Personal Interview. 2021.

Английский язык, 11 класс

Урок № 28. Problems in a neighbourhood

На уроке вы:

Узнаете какие проблемы могут быть в месте, где ты живешь.

Познакомитесь с новыми лексическими единицами по теме «Проблемы в районе», научитесь распознавать в тексте и употреблять в речи лексические единицы по теме.

Познакомитесь с идиоматическими выражениями, связанными с частями дома.

Научитесь выражать возмущение, согласие и несогласие с возмущением.

Будете совершенствовать навыки аудирования с пониманием основного содержания, пониманием запрашиваемой информации, полным пониманием запрашиваемой информации.

Совершенствовать лексико-грамматические и орфографические умения и навыки.

Термины и понятия урока № 28

Лексические единицы по теме. «Проблемы в районе»:

cars/motorbikes parked on the pavements – транспорт на тротуарах

heavy traffic — затрудненное движение транспорта

overcrowded public transport – переполненный общественный транспорт

graffiti — граффити

stray animals – бродячие, бездомные животные

lack of parks/trees – недостаток парков и деревьев

smells and noise — запахи и шум

rubbish on the streets – мусор на улицах

street hawkers – уличные продавцы

beggars — попрошайки

dog/bird mess — собачий, птичий помет

everything but the kitchen sink — все подряд

have a roof over our heads — иметь крышу над головой

lead sb up the garden path — водить за нос, обманывать

throw money down the drain — тратить деньги попусту

Основная и дополнительная литература по теме урока:

• Афанасьева О.В., Дули Дж. и др. Английский в фокусе. Английский язык. 11 класс. Учебник, стр. 23 – М.: Просвещение, 2017.
• Афанасьева О.В., Дули Дж. и др. Английский язык. Рабочая тетрадь. 11 класс. – М.: Просвещение, 2017.
• Афанасьева О.В., Дули Дж. и др. Английский язык. Книга для чтения. 11 класс. – М.: Просвещение, 2017.
• Афанасьева О.В., Дули Дж. и др. Английский язык. Языковой портфель. 11 класс. – М.: Просвещение, 2017.
• Афанасьева О.В., Дули Дж. и др. Английский язык. Контрольные задания. 11 класс. – М.: Просвещение, 2017.

Task 1

Look at these photos.

There is something wrong in the neighbourhood.

What are we going to discuss today?

Which of these problems do you have in your neighbourhood?

Task 2

Let’s study the new vocabulary you need during this lesson.

cars/motorbikes parked on the pavements – транспорт на тротуарах

heavy traffic — затрудненное движение транспорта

overcrowded public transport – переполненный общественный транспорт

graffiti — граффити

stray animals – бродячие, бездомные животные

lack of parks/trees – недостаток парков и деревьев

smells and noise — запахи и шум

rubbish on the streets – мусор на улицах

street hawkers – уличные продавцы

beggars — попрошайки

dog/bird mess — собачий, птичий помет

everything but the kitchen sink — все подряд

have a roof over our heads — иметь крышу над головой

lead sb up the garden path — водить за нос, обманывать

throw money down the drain — тратить деньги попусту

Define the problems of the neighbourhood. Drag and drop.

rubbish on the streets

lack of parks/trees

heavy traffic on the roads

dog/bird mess

cars/motorbikes parked on the pavements

street hawkers

smells and noise

graffiti

stray animals

overcrowded public transport

beggars

Task 3

Let’s do the fill-word with the words denoting problems in the neighbourhood.

Task 4

Read the text and the best variant to the gap.

Even if you live in the heart of the city, there’s no reason why you shouldn’t 1 ………………  up gardening. We can’t all afford a large garden, but we can all create a space where we can follow the seasons. Whether it’s a window box, a balcony or a tiny yard, anyone can have the pleasure of looking 2 ………………  plants.

 A window box is a small box of plants that literally sits outside your window. Here, the choice of plants is what counts. You want a splash of colour all year 3 ………………  , so choose flowers that bloom at different times of the year. Daffodils, for example, are beautiful spring flowers and will soon have you looking forward to summer. Their bright colours will also attract butterflies, bringing a touch of life. If you’ve got a balcony, you’ve got a little more freedom. In this case, the key is to 4 ………………  maximum use of the space you’ve got available. Put taller plants against the walls of the house, with shorter plants and flowers along the 5 ………………  of the balcony.

 You can also add a water feature; a small fountain creates interest and can have a cooling effect on a hot summer’s day. If your neighbours’ balcony is next to yours, why not use a fast-growing plant like wisteria to form a natural barrier, giving you more privacy?

 Those of you who are lucky enough to have a small yard can really go to town. Think about how you’re going to use it. Do you want to be able to sit and enjoy the sun? Or do you want to be 6 ………………  to entertain friends and have a barbecue? Divide the yard into separate areas and plan each one carefully. Garden furniture is very important. A table that folds in half can give you a lot of flexibility, and chairs that fold away also allow you to change your garden to 7 ………………  your mood. As 8………………  as plants are concerned, choose varieties that don’t mind a bit of shade, unless your yard gets a lot of sun. Yards often have walls that keep the sun out for long periods and you don’t want your careful plans spoiled because a few of your plants start to die.

1 1) take 2) set 3) put 4) make

2 1) on 2) up 3) after 4) down

3 1) round 2) over 3) along 4) across

4 1) get 2) make 3) have 4) do

5 1) edge 2) boundary 3) rim 4) frame

6 1) capable 2) possible 3) able 4) probable

7 1) fit 2) suit 3) copy 4) go

8 1) much 2) long 3) few 4) far

Task 5

Listen to the audio and write the missing words in the gaps.

1. Neighbourhood task teams have had an immediate impact in ______ crime.

2. They have a long-term ______ on crime levels.

3. We’re ______ anti-social behaviour.

4. We’re working with partner agencies to help ______ solutions.

5. The creation of a neighbourhood resource centre has ______ a big difference.
6. The centre offers a ______ of activities to all ages.
7. The police can work with the ______, and are seen in a whole new light.
8. There’s been a marked ______ in crime and vandalism.
9. These are important ______ to local communities.

Task 6

Complete the dialogue with appropriate phrase. Put them in the right order.

The first and the last two exchanges in the dialogue are done for you. Drag and drop.

• Well, I’m sorry to say this, but it stinks and I just can’t put up with it any more.
• But bin bags cost money! It doesn’t cost me anything to throw my rubbish straight into the bin.
• Also, the smell attracts flies and other insects, so it could become a health risk.
• Well, it’s about your rubbish bin actually.
• It’s full of rubbish! What do you expect?
• What’s the problem?
• You could put your rubbish in a bag first, so it smells less. That’s what I do.
• I see. Sorry about that.
• Yes. I appreciate that, but the smell is offensive and very annoying. It drives me crazy!

Bob: Can I have a word with you for a minute, please?

Tom: Sure. What is it?

Bob: ___________________________

Tom: ___________________________

Bob: ____________________________

Tom: ____________________________

Bob: _____________________________

Tom: ____________________________

Bob: ____________________________

Tom: ___________________________

Bob: ____________________________

Bob: ___________________________

Tom: ___________________________

Tom: That’s a fair point. OK. I’ll use bin bags from now on.

Bob: Thanks.

Task 7

Read the text and complete the gaps with the correct words derived from the words in capital letters.

The home is full of 1________ (HIDE) dangers. Not many people would think that curtains or the TV are especially 2__________ (SAFE). Children, however, can strangle 3_____________ (THEY) on curtain cords and can be crushed under 4__________ (FALL) TV sets. So, make sure curtain cords are out of reach of 5__________ (CHILD) and attach your TV to the wall.

There are many things that you can do to keep your home safe. For example, never hide a pair of house keys in a ‘secret’ place in your garden. Burglars know where to look! Never give 6__________ (PERSON) information to 7 ___________ (IDENTIFY) telephone callers. And establish a 8 _________ (DAY) routine that 9 ___________ (SURE) that you will never leave your house without first locking all the doors and windows.

Task 8

Match the headlines (A-H) to the paragraphs (1-7).

There is one extra heading that you do not need to use.

• Keeping it warm
• Home security tips
• Energy saving tips
• Hygiene in the home
• Security and personal safety
• Hidden home hazards
• Secure your home
• Making a home hazard-free

1____________________

The home is full of hidden dangers. Not many people would think that curtains or the TV are especially unsafe. Children, however, can strangle themselves on curtain cords and can be crushed under falling TV sets. So, make sure curtain cords are out of reach of children and attach your TV to the wall.

2______________________

There are many things that you can do to keep your home safe. For example, never hide a pair of house keys in a ‘secret’ place in your garden. Burglars know where to look! Never give personal information to unidentified telephone callers. And establish a daily routine that ensures that you will never leave your house without first locking all the doors and windows.

3______________________

Germs are not only found in public places but also around the home. Too often, people do not wash their hands after going to the toilet or before preparing food. To keep your home clean, wipe down surfaces regularly using disinfectant and a clean cloth. There is no need to buy expensive disinfectants: vinegar and hot water is a cheap and effective alternative.

4_____________________

Burglars prefer houses which are easy to break into. They like to work under the cover of darkness and avoid places where forcing entry would be too noisy or time-consuming. So, install outside lights with motion detectors, invest in a burglar alarm, and put security devices such as bars and locks on windows and doors.

5____________________

Every year, millions of children are injured at home. Fortunately, most incidents are easily preventable. Lock cabinets and drawers where medicines and cleaning products are kept. Put child safety gates at the top of the stairs and cover sharp corners and plug sockets to prevent cuts and electrocutions.

6_________________

Do you have a high energy bill every month? Well, there are plenty of things you can do to cut down on your energy consumption. Wash your laundry using cold water. Install low-flow showerheads. Identify air leaks in your home and repair them. An easy way to find air leaks is by using a candle. When the flame slants, you have found the air leak.

7_________________

Trees in our gardens help to shelter our homes from cold winter winds. Therefore, strategically placed trees can really help stop a house from getting cold. Consult a professional gardener on where to plant trees to best shelter your home.

Task 9

Read the text and choose the best variant from the list.

An Unusual Mobile Home

A yurt is the 1) traditional/ usual / ordinary home of nomadic people from Mongolia, Siberia, China and Central Asia. The word ‘yurt’ or ‘yurta’ 2) firstly/ originally/ only comes from the Turkish word meaning ‘dwelling place.’ It is 3) large/ tall/ circular in shape and is easy to assemble, take down and transport. Made of a 4) stone/ metal/ wooden frame and covered with felt, it is a popular place to live in the summer months. You will sometimes find it used in other countries too, as it is an 5) well-known/ inexpensive/ simple form of temporary housing. In Europe, 6) variations /variant/ amount on Mongolian and Central Asian-styled yurts are made using other materials, such as local hardwoods. Yurts are used for all sorts of different purposes, from permanent housing to school rooms.

Task 10

Read the text and mark the sentences T (for true) or F(for false).

Noisy neighbours biggest problem

Do you get on well with your neighbours, or are the people living next door stressful? A new report says that a quarter of people in Britain have had problems with their neighbours in the past year. The survey was carried out by an organization called «Which?” It tries to help and protect consumers. The researchers asked 2,062 adults about their relations with neighbours. They found that 27 percent had experienced problems. «Which?» said on its website that: «Half [of the people] were left feeling angry and half felt irritable, with 42 percent saying they felt stressed, and one in ten admitted to feeling afraid.» It added: «The survey also found that 64 percent didn’t know where to go to seek help and advice.» The biggest complaints about neighbours were loud voices and the sound of arguing. Loud music and televisions, and doors slamming were also a problem. People also described drug use and police arriving at their neighbour’s house. Only one-third of people spoke to the noisy neighbour about the problem. However, people said the problem became worse if the neighbour did not apologise or continued with their annoying behaviour. «Which?» said 86 percent of young people (those aged 18-24) did not know where to go to get advice. A «Which?» spokesperson said: «Our research has found that young people especially are suffering in silence.» «Which?» said people needed to keep a diary of unneighbourly behaviour.

a) A quarter of people in the UK have problems with their neighbours. T / F

b) Researchers interviewed over 20,000 people about their neighbours. T / F

c) Over half of people in the UK feel stressed about their neighbours. T / F

d) Most people do not know how to get advice about neighbours. T / F

e) The biggest complaint about neighbours was noise. T / F

f) Less than a quarter of people spoke to neighbours about problems. T / F

g) The article said the problem went away after talking to a neighbour. T / F

h) A consumer organization recommended people keep a diary. T / F

Task 11

Study the idioms and find the best variant to the statement.

1 This house is in a very bad state, but at least we have a …… over our heads.

sink

path

drain

roof

2 Look how big her suitcase is! She’s taking everything but the kitchen ……

sink

path

drain

roof

3 He lied about giving me my money back. He really led me up the garden …… !

sink

path

drain

roof

4 He wastes all the money you give him. It’s like throwing money down the …… .

sink

path

drain

roof

Разбор решения тренировочного задания 7

Read the text and complete the gaps with the correct words derived from the words in capital letters.

The home is full of 1________ (HIDE) dangers. Not many people would think that curtains or the TV are especially 2__________ (SAFE). Children, however, can strangle 3_____________ (THEY) on curtain cords and can be crushed under 4__________ (FALL) TV sets. So, make sure curtain cords are out of reach of 5__________ (CHILD) and attach your TV to the wall.

There are many things that you can do to keep your home safe. For example, never hide a pair of house keys in a ‘secret’ place in your garden. Burglars know where to look! Never give 6__________ (PERSON) information to 7 ___________ (IDENTIFY) telephone callers. And establish a 8 _________ (DAY) routine that 9 ___________ (SURE) that you will never leave your house without first locking all the doors and windows.

The home is full of 1________ (HIDE) dangers.

Пропуск стоит перед существительным. Следовательно, будем образовывать зависимое от него определение. От глагола hide можно образовать причастие hidden, тк глагол hide неправильный.

Not many people would think that curtains or the TV are especially 2__________ (SAFE).

Слово в данном пропуске используется в отрицательном значении и будет образовано с помощью отрицательной приставки un-: unsafe

Children, however, can strangle 3_____________ (THEY) on curtain cords

Форма личного местоимения будет преобразована в возвратное themselves. Отсылка к слову children.

and can be crushed under 4__________ (FALL) TV sets.

От глагола fall образуем действительное причастие настоящего времени falling с помощью -ing окончания.

So, make sure curtain cords are out of reach of 5__________ (CHILD) and attach your TV to the wall.

Существительное child имеет во множественном числе форму children, тк относится к исключениям.

There are many things that you can do to keep your home safe. For example, never hide a pair of house keys in a ‘secret’ place in your garden. Burglars know where to look! Never give 6__________ (PERSON) information

Перед существительным может стоят определяемое слово в форме прилагательного. Образуем прилагательное с помощью суффикса –al: personal.

to 7 ___________ (IDENTIFY) telephone callers.

Слово в данном пропуске несет противоположное значение и стоит перед определяемым существительным. Следовательно, образуем от глагола прилагательное и добавляем отрицательную приставку un-: unidentified (в значении неопознанные, неустановленные)

And establish a 8 _________ (DAY) routine

Определяемое слово существительное. От него зависимое прилагательное образуем с помощью суффикса –ly: daily

that 9 ___________ (SURE) that you will never leave your house without first locking all the doors and windows.

Образуем от слова sure (уверенный, несомненный) с помощью приставки en-, которая выражает действие, направленное на начало движения, осуществление возможности. Согласуем с подлежащим в настоящем времени и добавляем окончание –s: ensures

Разбор решения тренировочного задания 9

A yurt is the 1) traditional/ usual / ordinary home of nomadic people from Mongolia, Siberia, China and Central Asia. The word ‘yurt’ or ‘yurta’ 2) firstly/ originally/ only comes from the Turkish word meaning ‘dwelling place.’ It is 3) large/ tall/ circular in shape and is easy to assemble, take down and transport. Made of a 4) stone/ metal/ wooden frame and covered with felt, it is a popular place to live in the summer months. You will sometimes find it used in other countries too, as it is an 5) well-known/ inexpensive/ simple form of temporary housing. In Europe, 6) variations /variant/ amount on Mongolian and Central Asian-styled yurts are made using other materials, such as local hardwoods. Yurts are used for all sorts of different purposes, from permanent housing to school rooms.

A yurt is the 1) traditional/ usual / ordinary home of nomadic people from Mongolia, Siberia, China and Central Asia.

Юрта – это традиционное жилище. Traditional home. Обычное или простое не подразумевается в контексте.

The word ‘yurt’ or ‘yurta’ 2) firstly/ originally/ only comes from the Turkish word meaning ‘dwelling place.’

Come from – происходить, брать начало. Originally— первоначально, исходно.

Firstly— во-первых

Only – только

It is 3) large/ tall/ circular in shape and is easy to assemble, take down and transport.

Для выражения в форме in shape подходит только слово circular. Другие варианты обозначают размер.

Made of a 4) stone/ metal/ wooden frame and covered with felt, it is a popular place to live in the summer months.

Для постройки юрты использовали дерево как основу. Метапредметные знания. Правильный вариант wooden – деревянный.

You will sometimes find it used in other countries too, as it is an 5) well-known/ inexpensive/ simple form of temporary housing.

Артикль an перед словом говорит о том, что слово начинается с гласной. Temporary – временный. Недорогой – inexpensive является ему однородным прилагательным к слову housing – жилье.

In Europe, 6) variations /variant/ amount on Mongolian and Central Asian-styled yurts are made using other materials, such as local hardwoods. Yurts are used for all sorts of different purposes, from permanent housing to school rooms.

В значении: разнообразие, вариации от используем variations с предлогом on. Amount используется в устойчивом выражении amount of. Variant стоит в единственном числе и не согласовано с глаголом are.

Дополнительный материал

1. Do exercise 9 on page 87 (Дули Дж. и др. Английский в фокусе. Английский язык. 11 класс. Учебник, стр. 97 – М.: Просвещение, 2017.)

The term “ecology” was introduced into scientific language and the life of our society many years ago. Everybody knows that ecology depends on our humane attitude towards nature and it’s no secret that nowadays the world ecological situation is difficult. The degree of pollution of water, air and soil increases year after year and is considered to be a serious international problem. We all have heard about latest ecological catastrophe in Japan and its consequences and deeply realize how important it is to prevent such dangerous events in future.

Speaking about the problems of pollution I can’t help saying about the ecological problems

of our district. I have been living in the east of Moscow for many years and have had a lot of chances to watch the negative environmental impacts.

Needless to say, that the main problem is the pollution of air. A lot of people in our district have their own cars and a lot of companies, especially transport ones, use lorries in their work. These transport facilities carry loads and passengers from one destination to another and at the same time do a lot of damage to nature. The car exhaust fumes mix with air and we have to inspire this harmful mixture. I am very glad that lately the number of cars and garages in our yards has decreased but suppose that it would be better to use another transport, to move the garages to the suburbs or to arrange days of pedestrian traffic if we really want to clear the air.

In the district there are some heat stations and they also influence the condition of the air around.

I have already told you about two sources of pollution but I consider that the major source is not a plant, a heat station or cars. First of all, the state of the environment depends upon people. We know that our streets and yards are polluted with great amount of garbage. A lot of teenagers and adults are used to setting scrapes of paper, cigarette ends and another small-sized garbage down and don’t think that these things decay, pollute the ground, smell and look very unlikely.

And, watching these teenagers and adults, small children do the same.

I urge everyone not to leave garbage on the ground, as, to my mind, it is the first step to clear our streets and to love our nature. We must do our best to save the beauty and the cleanness of our nature for future generations and for ourselves.

Термин экология был введен в научную терминологию (досл. – язык) и жизнь нашего общества много лет назад. Каждый знает, что экология зависит от нашего гуманного отношения к природе, и не секрет, что сегодня мировая экологическая ситуация сложна. Уровень загрязнения воды, воздуха и почвы возрастает год за годом и рассматривается как серьезная международная проблема. Мы все слышали о недавней экологической катастрофе в Японии и о ее последствиях, и глубоко осознаем, как важно предотвратить подобные опасные события в будущем.

Говоря о проблемах загрязнения, я не могу не сказать об экологических проблемах нашего района. Я живу на востоке Москвы много лет, и у меня было много возможностей наблюдать случаи негативного воздействия на окружающую среду.

Нет нужды говорить, что основная проблема – это загрязнение воздуха. Многие люди в нашем районе имеют собственные автомобили, и масса компаний, особенно транспортных, использует в своей работе грузовики. Эти транспортные средства перевозят грузы и пассажиров из одного пункта назначения в другой в то же время наносят вред природе. Автомобильные выхлопные газы смешиваются с воздухом, и мы вынуждены вдыхать эту опасную смесь. Я очень рада, что недавно количество автомобилей и гаражей в наших дворах сократилось, но полагаю, что было бы лучше использовать другой транспорт, перенести гаражи в пригород или организовывать дни пешеходного движения, если мы действительно хотим очистить воздух.

В районе расположено несколько тепловых электростанций, и они также оказывают воздействие на состояние воздуха вокруг них (син.: вблизи).

Я уже рассказала вам о двух источниках загрязнения, но считаю, что основной источник загрязнения – это не завод, тепловая электростанция или автомобили. В первую очередь состояние окружающей среды зависит от людей. Мы знаем, что наши улицы и дворы сильно замусорены. Многие подростки и взрослые привыкли бросать на землю обрывки бумаги, окурки и другой мелкий мусор и не задумываются о том, что эти вещи разлагаются, загрязняют почву, пахнут и очень некрасиво выглядят. А, наблюдая за этими подростками и взрослыми, маленькие дети делают то же самое.

Я призываю каждого человека не оставлять мусор на земле, так как, по моему мнению, это – первый шаг к тому, чтобы очистить наши улицы и нашу природу. Мы должны сделать все возможное, чтобы сохранить красоту и чистоту нашей природы для будущих поколей и для нас самих.