Reading books keeps a person’s mind active, whereas watching films and television is passive and does not require a person to use their imagination. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

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Some people argue that books have a far greater ability to stimulate readers' minds and foster creative thinking than watching movies or TV programmes. Contrary to this assertion that reading books keeps the mind more active than viewing visual media, I contend that films and television possess unique elements that actively engage the audience and stimulate mental faculties.