In recent years, studying abroad has been popular. Tens of thousands of Chinese teenagers have gone to foreign countries for further study. As is shown on the chart, the number of teenagers studying abroad is increasing steadily. At the end of 2002, there are about 40% of the students compared with the population who are studying abroad. By the year of 2005, the population can reach up to more than 80%.It is believed that there are many advantages in attending schools abroad. First,students who have studied abroad can act as mediators between people of different cultures. Second, we can learn much more advanced knowledge of science and technology from foreign countries.Third,we can learn foreign language more quickly.However, there are some disadvantages. More of the students are too young to live alone without any living experience. Besides, being far away from their home country, they may feel lonely and homesick. Also, the costs are much higher there than in the native country. In spite of these, many people are making great efforts to apply to go abroad.my opinion, despite life is hard for them, it will help them train their abilities to live independently and deal with problems.
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