Internet Dating 网络约会

InternetInternet DatingDating 网络约会网络约会C:good morning,today lets talk something about Internet dating.Have you ever triedonline dating?M:No,I havent.Whats wrong?C:Its said that many people swindle though Internet dating.M:Wow,so miraculous！I know that sometimes people are quite nervous about internet datingsites,because theyre not sure what kind of people they might meet.And people sometimes haveprejudiceC:In fact,people that you meet on the internet are just the same as anybodyyou might meetanywhere.When you go online,you quickly overcome your prejudice.M:So why do people make friends with opposite sex through the network,rather than thetraditional way of communication，face to face?C:Some people choose friends through the network,the main reason of that is a completely newway of making friends，and they think its interesting.M:even if you live in a big city like Beijing with millions of people,it can be surprisingly difficultto meet people.Now,one thing which is interesting about internet dating sites is that you canre-invent yourself.C:Yes!When you create a profile 轮廓,you only tell people certain things about yourself,andyou can create an idealized version of yourself.M:So on the network,are all profiles false?And everyone tell a lie?C:No,not always!People dont always entirely tell the truth about themselves.And they arentalways completely honest about their age.Sometimes,the photos on the internet site arent alwaysthe most up-to-date.M:But If you actually want to go on to meet somebody offline 离线的,it will becounter-productive产生相反效果C:So,some people do lie,but if you really want to meet people through internet dating then youdont go far from the truth.M:Yeah!If you do this,the appointment of people might not be interested in you!C:Sometimes I found it difficult when we meet people face-to-face who wed talked to online.M:but is it safe to meet net friends？C:Well,it could be dangerous,as somebody could be lying about why they want to meet you,orabout what they are like.But it can be safe if you take certain precautions.M:what kinds of precautions should we take?C:You should bring your mobile phone,and tell somebody where you would meet,But rememberyou should meet in a public place!M:So,when people go to internet dating sites,are they looking for love,or just for fun?C:Initially,some people feel lonely,theyve come out of a long-term relationship,so theyrelooking for love.But as they grow in confidence,they start to enjoy dating simulation.They remeeting different kinds of opposite sex.M:but still have several people found their partner through online dating!C:There is one more adva ntage to internet dating:that its much easier if you decide you dontlike someone.a click of a button and theyre gone.StereotypesA:Hello,several weeks ago we had classes about Stereotypes.ButI have anythingdont understand.Could you tell me something about Stereotypes in detail?B:OK.Do you know the meaning of stereotypes?A:yes.The stereotypes are a mean of organizing your images into fixed and simplecategories that you use to stand for an entire collection of people.Also,a stereotypeis a cognitive structure containing the perceivers knowledge,beliefs andexpectancies about some human social groups.But couldyou set an example forme?B:of course.When we talk about the African-Americans,the first impression is lazy,happy-go-lucky,ignorant,religious,stupid,dirty,nave,unreliable and talkative.A:oh,thats easy to understand.As we know,everything has two sides.I know somedisadvantages about the stereotypes.Will you talk any advantages about it?B:one of the advantages of stereotypes is that birds of a feather flock together.Respond rapidly to situations.Another advantage is that it will be convenient,expeditious and assist you with classifications.B:you said you know some disadvantages of stereotypes.How about sharing youropinions with me?A:ok.First,stereotypes hamper intercultural communication.Second,stereotypesignore differences between individuals.In addition,they make us feel superior andresult in prejudice and discrimination.Besides,half-truths,distortions and of untruepremises are all the results.B:you are right.A:but why there are stereotypes?B:there are many sources to cause stereotypes.Stereotypes from their parents,relatives and friends.Parents behavior towards members of out groups serve as amodel.A:I agree with you.But I think the most important sources are provided by the massmedia such as television or radio and stereotypes develop through limited personalcontact.B:yes,Im strongly agree with you.Build a societyA:could you do me a favor?B:of course.Whats wrong with you?A:as you know,i will have a interview the day after tomorrowB:whats the topic about your interview.A:societal problemB:what can i do for you?A:i want have a simulative interview with you.Because im so nervous about it.B:ok.Let me ask some questions.B:which social problem do you think our society needs to concentrate on most?A:I think housing is a big problem.There are