In America, students in high school must take certain subjects like English, social studies PE and science, And they also choose elective subjects(选修课程) to complete their high school education.
Each student in the school has their own locker(锁柜) for books. and students can own a small space they can decorate with posters and their favourite things.
Most high schools have at least one sports team. Schools often offer football, baseball softball, basketball, volleyball, tennis and soccer.
Many high school students have part-time jobs by the age of 15 or 16, some even earlier.
but later they will probably get a job at a fast-food restaurant, video store, or clothing shop.
Sixteen is the legal(法律规定的) driving age in most states, and students usually want to own a car as soon as they can. Others would like their children to earn enough money to offer a used vehicle. Many teenagers feel it's necessary to own one, and will do whatever it takes to be able to drive.
A. Their first jobs are often babysitting or mowing lawns.
B. This helps students save time without carrying textbooks.
C. Some parents allow their children to drive a family vehicle.
D. Some may even have sports like golf, swimming and gymnastics.
E. Elective subjects include technology, music, art and foreign languages.
