These days, infectious diseases are not as prevalent as they were in the past. Back in the 19'" century, they were very prevalent. For example, one widespread problem in the 1800s was babies who got diarrhea from infections. These infections came from drinking dirty water or drinking unpasteurized milk. | Developing-4Books_5 3 48 PM Page 735 provide the opportunity to see a replay of the exciting action in case a viewer misses the play. 3. Yes. The writer briefly mentions that watching a game live can be exciting. 4. The main idea of the conclusion is that even though attending a live event can be exciting there are reasons that watching the same event on TV can be better. The author restates that being able to see the action clearly is the main reason for preferring to watch an event on television. Practice 2 Step 2 Most people have a number of friendships in their lifetimes. Our parents often pick our friends when we are children. When we become adults we usually pick our own friends. These friends may be similar to us or different. Friends who are similar may share the same ideas and participate in the same activities. Those who are different may have opinions and hobbies that differ from ours. As adults we pick our friends for various reasons. Personally I prefer friends similar to myself. I have had friendships with people who are both similar to me and different. Friendships with people similar to me are more satisfying. They also last longer. My friends who are similar share many of my ideas. We have the same opinions and seldom disagree. Friendships with similar people are easy predictable and familiar. We often go places together and enjoy many of the same activities. It is easy to get to know and understand each other. They make me happy Friends similar to me often become like family They are an important part of my life. For example I have learned that traveling with someone who shares my ideas and interests is much more fun than traveling with someone who is different. I recently traveled with a friend who like me loves photography We had a great time taking pictures together. We talk about our vacation quite often. Our similar interests have resulted in happy memories for both of us. Of course not everyone wants friends who are similar. Some .
