Cinemas and Streaming - Essay / Reading Comprehension with MCQs
IGCSE / GCE O Level Comprehension /Essay 1 The advent of television more than seventy years ago was seen by many as a threat to cinemas but cinemas fought back. Nowadays cinemas are under attack again, this time from streaming services, which provide films on-demand through internet providers. So, which is better: cinemas or streaming? 2 The cinema has many attractions. Huge screens make the film come alive in a way impossible on a television; cinema screens are between 10 and 30 metres wide and up to 10 metres high, and this contributes to the audience's enjoyment. A feature called 'surround sound' enriches the depth of sound reproduction, whether dialogue, music or special effects; in particular, speakers behind the listener create the sensation of sound coming from all directions. Modern cinemas are sometimes furnished with reclining seats, pillows and blankets, making the experience comfortable and even luxurious. 3 The shared experience of be