When you are a teenager it seems that every time you say. "I want to…", your parents answer, "No, you can't". Teenagers often think they should be allowed to make their own decisions,.
Li Hai, a 15-year-old boy from Huarong, is a middle school student. He is often late for school because he stays up too late. Unless he arrives at school on time, he will be punished by his teacher. Also, Li Hai thinks that he should be allowed to watch TV and play computer games as much as he wants. If his parents refuse his requirements (要求), "Maybe my son thinks the family rules are too strict or unfair. " says Mrs Li, "But we think we're doing the right thing.We expect him to get into a good university. " Li Hai is always asking, "Could you make the bed for me?" or "Could you help me to sweep the floor?"His parents insist doing chores with him every weekend. Gradually he realizes the importance of doing housework. Sometimes he helps his mother with housework. These days, Li Hai knows his parents care about him and he must follow these strict family rules. Only then will he have a chance to become a better teenager.
A. Li Hai needs to spend more time on his study. B. He likes doing housework. C. His parents always ask him to go to bed early and have enough sleep. D. He thinks doing housework is a waste of time. E. Li Hai feels lonely and nervous at home. F. he will argue with his father or mother. G. but their parents may worry about children's development. |
