Do you agree or disagree with the following statement Television has destroyed communication among friends and family Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion

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Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Television has destroyed communication among friends and family. Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

Nowadays, a household which does not possess a television set is a rare occurrence. This ubiquitous device bears a strong hold on our life. Though its influence has mostly been positive, some people, nevertheless, argue that it has impaired our communication with relatives and friends.

On one hand, the increasing appeal of television programs has shifted people’s attention from their family members to the more popular black box. In most modern households, dinner is no longer served in the dining room but in the living room where everyone can keep track of the latest television show. As th...

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