Many products for sale seem to scream at us, "Buy me! Buy me!" Advertising is a
big business in our world with many products 1________ for our attention. Think of the
last time you bought clothes. You probably noticed the 2________ of colors, patterns,
fabrics and brands you could 3________ from. Which kind of soft 4________ would you like to
have today or what kind of computer do you want? Advertisers are skilled in the art of
making their products look the best to appeal to our senses. But products aren't always
what they seem. Sometimes advertising is deceptive and as 5________ ,we must be careful
about what we choose to buy. It is important to learn to 6 ________products and identify
our purpose in purchasing the things we need.
But the good thing about advertising is that it helps people to 7________________ and refine their choices.
In the United States, the Ad Council creates timely public service messages to the nation.
Their purpose is to raise awareness of public problems that citizens can 8________ to.
Inspiring ads cause individuals to take action and even save lives. 9________ in America, for
example, has been reduced over the years because of the creative public service advertisements that the council 10________." Please, please don't be a litter bug, 'cause every 'litter bit' hurts." Many families have taught their children to place litter in the trash can in response to this catchy phrase, which has affected generations as each succeeding
generation has taught their children not to litter.