Answers for Relative Clause Exercises

Do Zoos Violate Animals' Rights? - Luke

I am really conflicted about zoos. In one hand, I know it's a bit cruel to keep animals locked up, however, I myself really enjoy visiting zoos at the same time. Wherever I travel, I will visit zoo or museum to get a quick "summary" or "feels" of the place I am visiting. But would people's enjoyment be enough to justify having zoos around? I just don't know.

Answers for Grammar Bank 9B

#animalissues - Mikoto -

 Zoo nowadays serve no useful purpose and should be banned

I half agree and half disagree this idea. When I was a child, I used to go to the zoo and enjoy seeing animals, so I cannot say "zoo should be banned". However, I know some zoos are under bad condition. For example, animals cannot eat much food and their houses are not good.These zoos should be banned. On the other hand, there are wonderful zoo. People in the zoo take care animals lovely to enjoy living for animals. These zoos should not be banned. Zoo is the only place where we can see animals, so we should keep protecting them.

Are Zoos still Useful? - Ami

Today I’m going to talk about zoo. Have you ever been to a zoo? Do you like it? If you’re the people who have been there before, you know what it is. There are many kinds of animals taken care of by zookeepers. I like visiting zoo, and it’s interesting for me to see unique animals I can’t usually encounter. For example, there are polar bears, lions, penguins and gorillas in Japan. 

However, some animal activists nowadays say that zoo is no longer useful and should be banned. I mostly agree with this opinion. Because I feel sad when I see lions, giraffes, elephants and other animals, surrounded by exposed concrete walls. Climates in zoo can be completely different for those animals. For example, for polar bears, hot and stuffy Japanese summer weather would be their stressor. Also, there is no freedom for animals. Lions are locked in a small area of “lions’ section” instead of running savannahs  as far as they want. Sometimes there are some individuals which is born in a zoo. They are raised up by human and never ever live in the place they are meant to be. That’s really heartbreaking and a lack of respect animals’ lives. 

Then, why are there still many zoos in the world? Well the biggest and most common reason for the existence is educational purposes. People can learn how other animals habit and the importance of living together with them in harmony. And also, for scientists, zoo is important to study and research about ecology. And then they use their knowledge to maintain endangered species’ existence. In fact, some kinds are protected from extinction by breeding in zoo. 

On the whole, zoo has pros and cons. Nowadays many zoos have been changed. Zookeepers have removed those exposed concrete walls and replaced some vegetations and solids from each animal’s original environments. They says that it’s also important to convey  the atmospheres to the visitors. I think this is a good change. Personally breeding only exotic animals is also much better idea because it's not hard for them to acclimate places in zoo.

Animal rights activists are wrong to object to animals being used in experiments - Asahi

I agree with this opinion.

Firstly, I believe that the value of human life is much more important than animals absolutely.When scientists try to develop new medicines or treatment, they use animals to test. It’s necessary.Who wants to be a guinea pig? People only use new things with positive proof that it’s safe.

However, there is no useless lives in the world. We must make good use of surveys when we consume animals as experiments. We shouldn’t forget that we sacrifice them.

Zoo should be banned - Kazuya Ishida

There are many zoos in the world. Each city has each zoo. In fact, I have been a zoo much time and many people go to the zoo to see and touch animals. However, imagine the animals which live in the zoo. Probably, they are caught by the person somewhere. After that, they have to live in the zoo until they die. If I were them, I couldn’t put up with the situation. 

There are some opinions, which is both agree and disagree. 
Firstly, I’ll talk about the agreement. People could enjoy touching animals. Especially, I think that it is children. The children can know the importance of life. In addition, the zoo works as a research institute to protect animals. In the world, there are many endangered species. For example, it’s a panda. In China, there is Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. Thus, the zoo has a part of breeding endangered animals, protecting these animals. 

Lastly, it’s about the opposition. As I said in the first paragraph, animals have to live there and be for entertainment. Animals have the right to freedom to live in. In addition, children would misunderstand the animals who live in zoo. That is to say, the human is the top of the environment. They may have thought. 

Animals raised for food should be kept in humane conditions - Maine

I agree to this statement because obviously it make sense. Would you rather have pork bellies from pigs raised in a dirty muddy environment? I guess not. These animals should be raised in a clean environment, properly fed and treated well before being taken away to be butchered for human consumption.

I also think these animals should be screened and checked regularly for any kinds of disease or bacteria that they are infested with which can be harmful to humans. Countries should have a Food and Safety Control company that monitors farmers of their compliance with the policies, protocols and standard procedures.

Zoos Should Be Banned - Nujuud

Nowadays, Zoos happen to be one of the most visited parks in many countries. It is considered one of the best destinations for families and friends. Unfortunately, some may think that zoos are a cruel place for animals as they’re taken away from their natural habitats. Also, some believe that they’re treated badly and live in inhumane conditions. In my opinion, I prefer that zoos are kept and not banned for many reasons.

Firstly, I have always believed that the main purpose of zoos is to protect against a species going extinct and offering a safe environment for endangered animals in order to save them from poachers, habitat loss, starvation, and predators. By doing so, It can help with the breeding of these animals that are threatened to go extinct. Secondly, by bringing people and animals together, zoos educate the public which can lead to people fostering an appreciation for the animals. In addition, studies show that for most species (84%), longevity was higher in zoos than in the wild.

Although many would think that animals in captivity and that are taken away from their natural habitats would somehow live less longer and would display signs of anxiety and depression, I believe that zoos create the best atmosphere possible for the animals as long as they’re being supervised and cared for.

All in all, we realise that this is a controversial opinion and will continue to be argued frequently between individuals. I strongly disagree with the idea of banning zoos. Instead, I want endangered species to be taken care of, protected and prevented from extinction.

Zoos nowadays serve no useful purpose and should be banned - Ayaka

Zoos nowadays serve no useful purpose and should be banned, I disagree this sentence. If the animals in the zoos are lived in bad condition, it should be banned. But most zoos are in humane conditions. In addition,  I think zoos are useful for education to kids. Children can learn lots of things from animals in zoos.  From the experience when I visited zoo in my country, I learn why it is important to protect the environment.

Zoos nowadays - Nanami

Have you visited zoos? Probably, many people said “Yes.” to this question. Zoos are really popular spot for children. However, it is said that zoos nowadays serve no useful purpose and should be banned. But I do not think so.

Firstly, zoos are good place for people to learn about animals. Zoos make opportunities to improve interests about wild animals and nature. People can see animals on their eyes. This experience has strong effects than they see animals only on the videos.

Additionally, zoos nowadays make effort to preserve endangered species of animals. If there were not any zoos, more species of animals are disappeared. Zoos have important role in environment on the earth.

In conclusion, I think that zoos nowadays serve really useful purpose and should not be banned. Zoos are necessary in the modern society. Of course, we have to make effort to preserve animals on personal.  

Animals raised for food should be kept in humane condition- Shutaro

           In my country, farmers try to keep their animals safe and good conditions to produce better and tasty meats. Some people claim they kill animals and put them into cages. However, it's not true. They can live in broad land and eat a plenty of food until they become meat. I think killing animals for food is cruel, but we cannot stop meat industry and the trend to eat meats, so all we can do is to eat the meats deliciously.

Animal rights activists are wrong to object to animals being used in experiments - Marou

In this piece of writing, I want to discuss on this statement regarding an objection to the use of animals as models or representation of human beings in scientific research.

I acknowledge the idea that every living things starting from micro-organisms to macro-organisms have every right to live and it make me sad when I imagine what kind of sufferings they undergo when they are used as research models. But in this case, I half agree with animal rights activist.

In my opinion, we all have duties or functions, for example doctors to help sick people, soldiers to defend the people, parents to nurture their babies and so are animals. The animals have a crucial role in scientific research particularly in medical research only, so for me this is one of their function which made me grateful to them especially research animal models

On the other hand, I agree if the experiment is a non-related medical study for example study for cosmetics or any other research, this type of research should not use animals as their models. Therefore, it is really important to weigh it and maybe considering exception in some cases where it is necessary.



Thai Oil Massage and Aromatherapy

Thai Oil Massage and Aromatherapy

Thai oil massage is one of kind of Aromatherapy and one of the most alternative medicine in Thailand. If you have been to Thailand you will see many Thai massage shops around the road which belongs to beaches or some famous streets in Thailand. Obviously, Thai traditional oil massage is like a Traditional Thai Massage (without oils), based on concepts of traditional Thai healing bodywork which is really tropical and unique from Thai ancestor from long time ago but Thai Oil Massage is deep pressure, rolling, stretching and etc. movements using hands or stones with warm oils. Moreover, this will make you relax, calm and also every single of your muscle will relax and you will feel light and comfortable.

Alternative Medicine

The Traditional Herbal Medicine

In my country, we do not have any of the alternative medicines we studied in our class activity yesterday such as acupuncture, homeopathy, aromatherapy, osteopathy, chiropractic and hypnotherapy. Herbal medicine is widely used back home and this kind of medicine is made out of leaves, fruits and seeds which can be administered orally (syrup) and also it can be applied over the affected area especially wound (topical cream) and it is always the first of choice of medicine for most people.

Basically no one know the true mechanism and the strength of this medicine because no one study this area, this is the knowledge that passed from our ancestors so there is no scientific evidence.

As a medical professional, I do not really support that people are using this type of medicine because there are some diseases that need to be treated immediately at the hospital level, where there is no proven fact that can be cured by herbal medicine, it can be frustrating and sad at times because in some cases, it can cost the person's life. For example, acute appendicitis need an immediate operative intervention, if this disease is not treated immediately it can cause a painful death.

On the whole, traditional herbal medicine can be dangerous, so it is wise not to depend on it and to seek medical professional's advice first. 

Alternative Medicine - Kazuya Ishida

The most interesting alternative medicine I think is hypnotherapy. I think that the treatment is not 

medical, and scientific. In other words, it is fake, and like magic. Before I took lesson about it yesterday, I did not know exactly. I googled the treatment. According to the web site, the medicine is enable for treating mental illness and depressive disorder. However, I found the two conclusions, which means there are people who think that it was working or not. I think that the treatment is difficult for the people who has such as diseases to cure it. That is why it is not medical as I said, and there are the people who thinks it was not working.

I have never had the treatment.

I will not have it in the future. 

Alternative Medicine - Mikoto

I have never tried alternative medicine because I am always fine. If I have sick, I usually go to hospital or take a ordinary medicine. I heard people living other countries do not often go to hospital, but in Japan, we have medical expense deduction system so we are able to get treatments at a low prices  at the hospital. As a result, I do not have to take alternative medicine. Also, taking alternative medicine is needed high cost more than going to the hospital or taking ordinary medicine.
However, I am interested in alternative medicine. When I was a child, my grandmother used to do moxibustion for my father, and he looked comfortable. i want to try it someday.

Alternative Medicine - Nujuud

I have never experienced nor tried any forms of alternative medicine because it hasn’t occurred to me to ever try them. Though, what really caught my attention was hypnotherapy. The use of hypnotising or the induction of a state of consciousness for therapy seems surreal and unrealistic. I find it very interesting that many use this technique to help alter behaviour patterns and prevent or stop some individuals from bad and harmful addictions. Also, hypnotherapy can help with healing which is also very much used. 

Although some people believe that alternative medicine is a waste of time and unreal, I think that some alternative medicine work and actually help other individuals heal and grow. Most of the alternative medicine aren’t practiced back at my home country but I would definitely want to learn more about them and how they work and effect others. 

alternative medicine - ayaka

These days, we have lots of "alternative medicine". It is completely different from traditional medicine, because they don't have scientific evidence. However some people choose this treatment. Like me, when I  belonged to sport team, I often went to osteopathy. I didn't remember it worked or not. But it made me relaxed. Even if it doesn't work to me, I went to there for relaxing. Now I think I don't choose it. But like my experience, some people go there for relaxing.

Oriental Medicine

Since human have been living on the earth, Medication has been one of the most important part of our life. Each culture has their own traditional way to heal injuries and manage their health. The healers could be priests, philosopher or gods.  

Nowadays western medicine has been incredibly developed. We depend on science-based medicine. If people get injured or sick, they go to a hospital and doctors would consider how they can cure the patients’ problem. We’re usually provided some drugs or got some treatments from doctors. In the most of cases, patients could be better after the medication. And also we don’t really doubt about it because there are thousands of science-based evidences. Western medicine is no longer a traditional medicine of Europe but of the world.

However, what about the other ethnic traditional medicine, such as oriental medicine? Against Western way, oriental one thinks about the balance of homeopathy. They use acupuncture, chiropractic, aromatherapy or traditional Chinese medicine. Sometimes it’s called alternative medicine because it can make side-effects and there are much less scientific evidences. So those alternative medications are sometimes rated low. But i think that is because scientists have spend less time to proof it and enough evidence hasn’t been shown yet. It would be really interesting for me when oriental medicine become one part of our life someday.