1、Unit 2 Lets talk teens Strangers under _ same roof Does every dinner with your parents seem _(turn) into a battle? Have your once warm and open conversations become cold and _(guard)? Do you feel that you just cannot see eye _ eye with them on anything? You are not alone. _(Heat) arguments and cold
2、silences are common between teenagers _ their parents. Teenagers physical changes may result _ such family tensions. You may feel _(anxiety) that you are developing _ a different rate to your friends, shooting up in _(high) or getting left far behind. You might worry about your changing voice, weigh
3、t problems or spots. When it all gets too much, your parents are often the first targets of your _(angry). _ can be a big headache to balance your developing mental needs too. You enter a strange middle groundno longer a small child but not quite _ adult. You have both a new desire for _(independent
4、) and a continued need for your parents love and support. You feel ready to be more responsible and make decisions _ your own. _(Unfortunate), your parents do not always agree and that makes you feel _(happy). “Why cant they just let me go?” you may wonder. _the other hand, when you are struggling _
5、(control) your feelings, you wish they could be more caring and _(patience)sometimes they forget that growing up is a rough ride. It can be difficult when your parents treat you like a child _ expect you to act like an adult. All of this can lead _ a breakdown in your relationship. _sometimes it may
6、 seem impossible to get along as a family, you can take _(act) to improve the situation. The key to _(keep) the peace is regular and honest communication. When you disagree _ your parents, take a minute to calm _ and try to understand the situation from _(they) point of view. Perhaps they have exper
7、ienced something similar and do not want you to go _ the same pain. After you have thought it through, explain your actions and feelings _(calm), listen carefully, and address their concerns. Through this kind of healthy _(discuss), you will learn when _(back) down and when to ask your parents to re
8、lax their control. Just remember that it is _(complete) normal to struggle with the stress that parent- child tensions create, and _ you and your parents can work together to improve your relationship. The good news is that this _(storm) period will not last. Everything will turn out all right in th
9、e end, and the changes and challenges of your teenage years will prepare you _ adulthood. 一封建议信 Dear Chris, How is everything going with you? I am sorry to hear that you are having trouble in making friends in you new school. I quite understand your feelings. As your true friend, I am writing to off
10、er you some personal advice. First of all, when you feel upset, it is a fantastic idea for you to communicate with your teachers or parents, because they may have some experience in dealing with personal relationship. In addition, joining in a club or two is a great way to make new friends. In the c
11、lub, you can take part in a variety of activities and find someone who shares the same hobbies with you. Last but not least, remember that a friend in need is a friend indeed. I sincerely hope that my advice will be of great help, and you will experience the joy of true friendship soon. Yours, Li Hua.
