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do you agree with the boycott of the olympics?
T:sports, politics
I:whether the Olympics should be boycotted
C:Now, international
K:boycott- to refuse to take part in sth as a way of protesting
S:No.
TS 1: Athletes' chance of getting world recognition and glory is denied when their government decides to boycott the olympics.
TS 2: the intended purpose of Olympics is being defied when boycotting of the games occurs.
TS 3: When countries boycott olympics, it will lead to political strains between both countries. future cooperation between them will be tough.
TS 4:When a country boycott the Olympics, it is sending the message to the host country that they disapprove the host country's actions. However, the host country might not rectify the problem.
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Point: The intended purpose of Olympics is being defied when boycotting of the games occurs.
Elaboration: Olympics was held to gather athletes around the world so that they can pit their skills in a fair playing field
Evidence:The mission of the Olympic Spirit is "to build a peaceful and better world in the Olympic Spirit which requires mutual understanding with a spirit of friendship, solidarity and fair play."
Evaluation:if not all nations participate in the Olympics, then the win of athletes would not be as glorious as it should. the abilities of these winners will be critisized,
Link: All nations will be affected even if only one country boycott the Olympics.
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