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　　163、同意讀和寫的能力要比以前更加重要

　　（1）不能讀和寫無法找到工作。在現在絕大多數工作都要會讀會寫

　　（2）不能讀和寫無法獲得更多的。很多在報紙上，不能讀寫無法獲得

　　（3）不能讀和寫無法交朋友。因為人都是受過教育的，不喜歡和不會寫和讀的人交流

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　　While some countries have strong programs against illiteracy， others still do not care that much. But， illiteracy has become a big obstacle during the last century and is still problematic question now with quick development of technology and automation. From my everyday experience and observation I can state several factors which defend the statement that reading and writing now is more important than ever before.

　　First of all， it is essential for a person to have at least basic knowledge of reading and writing to survive in our society. While in the past， some people could live in wilderness or even in cities without any knowledge of written language， now it is almost impossible. The way of living has change so much that it is impossible to be a part of nation， especially in developed countries， without ability to read and write your bills， to understand your mortgage uments or job applications. Moreover， you can go nowhere by yourself but in your own small town without reading the maps and signs on the roads and in cities.