You are going to give a talk about school uniforms. You will have to start in 1.5 minutes and speak for not more than 2 minutes (10–12 sentences).
Remember to say:
• why some schools have uniforms
• what a typical school uniform consists of
• advantages and disadvantages of wearing school uniforms
• your opinion on school uniforms
You have to talk continuously.
Many schools implement uniforms for various reasons. Primarily, they aim to create a sense of unity and equality among students, reducing visible socioeconomic differences. Uniforms also help maintain a professional atmosphere and minimize distractions related to clothing choices.
A typical school uniform usually consists of a collared shirt or blouse, often in white or a specific color representing the school. This is usually paired with dress pants, a skirt, or shorts in a neutral color like navy blue, black, or khaki. Some schools also require a blazer or sweater with the school logo, and specific shoes may be part of the uniform as well.
Wearing school uniforms has both advantages and disadvantages. On the positive side, uniforms can save time in the morning as students don’t have to decide what to wear. They can also be cost-effective for parents in the long run. Uniforms may reduce bullying related to clothing and help students focus more on their studies rather than fashion. However, there are drawbacks too. Some students feel that uniforms limit their self-expression and creativity. They can also be uncomfortable or poorly suited to different body types.
In my opinion, while I understand the reasons for school uniforms, I believe that allowing students to choose their own clothes within a reasonable dress code might be a better option. This approach could strike a balance between maintaining a professional environment and allowing for personal expression. However, I also recognize that uniforms can be beneficial in certain school settings, especially where socioeconomic differences are pronounced.
implement uniforms — вводить форму
sense of unity — чувство единства
equality among students — равенство среди учеников
reducing socioeconomic differences — уменьшение социально-экономических различий
professional atmosphere — профессиональная атмосфера
minimize distractions — минимизировать отвлекающие факторы
collared shirt — рубашка с воротником
blouse — блузка
dress pants — брюки
skirt — юбка
shorts — шорты
neutral color — нейтральный цвет
blazer — пиджак
sweater — свитер
school logo — логотип школы
advantages and disadvantages — преимущества и недостатки
save time — экономить время
cost-effective — экономически эффективный
reduce bullying — уменьшить травлю
focus on studies — сосредоточиться на учебе
limit self-expression — ограничивать самовыражение
creativity — творчество
uncomfortable — неудобный
dress code — дресс-код
personal expression — личное самовыражение