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Do you pay attention to advertisements?
Only when they are creative or funny. Most of the time I skip online ads or scroll past them. I notice them more on billboards when I am stuck in traffic and have nothing else to look at.
Where do you usually see ads?
Mainly on my phone, in social media feeds and videos. I also see them on buses, on big screens in the city and on television, where they interrupt the best parts of a film.
Do advertisements make you buy things?
Sometimes, I have to admit. A good video can make a product look very attractive, but I usually read reviews before paying. I try not to buy anything on impulse.
What makes a good advertisement?
A short, clear message with a memorable idea. I remember adverts with a clever slogan or a touch of humour. Ads that only shout about a discount are quickly forgotten.
Do you think there are too many ads nowadays?
Yes, particularly online. Pop-ups and videos that cannot be skipped are really irritating. I sometimes use an ad blocker, although I understand that websites need the income. A fair balance would suit everyone.
Do you think advertising affects children?
I think so. Children believe what they see and may demand toys or snacks after seeing a cartoon-style advert. Parents need to explain that adverts are designed to sell, not simply to inform. That is a lesson every child should learn early.
Useful vocabulary
- billboard — a large outdoor advertising board
- slogan — a short memorable phrase used in ads
- buy on impulse — buy without planning
- catchy — easy to remember and attractive
- pop-up — an ad that suddenly appears on a screen
- discount — a reduction in price
- persuade — convince someone to do something
Tips for this topic
- Give a balanced view: ads are useful for information but annoying when excessive.
- Use concrete places: buses, YouTube, social media, TV.
- Avoid brand names unless they help an example.
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