1 . 根据下列短文内容，在短文的空格处填上一个恰当的词，使短文完整、通顺。

Nowadays, many students have a lot of pressure in their study and life. They have to     1     much time studying at school. They always feel tired after school     2     they have lots of homework to do. However, parents think that’s not     3    . They send their children to different kinds of after-school classes. They think their children can learn more and be more successful in the future.

The parents don’t let the students do anything at     4    . They think it’s parents’ job to provide a clean and comfortable environment for their children. So these days children depend on    5     parents too much. But students don’t think in the same way. They think they need time to relax and think for themselves. It’s not enough to just get good grades at school. They like to hang     6     with friends.

They love to watch TV at home instead of going to after-school classes. Parents, of course, never let them spend time doing these things, so many students have problems communicating with their parents. They now can’t     7     on well with their parents easily. They even argue     8     their parents. Can you help them? I think being a healthy child is more important than being a successful one.

2 . 请从方框内选择适当的词并用其正确形式填空，使文章完整连贯。注意每空一词，每词仅用一次，有两词为多余项。

music     wear     understand     consider     if     its     weather     for     careful     just     full     way

Young people often feel unhappy when they are with their parents. They say that their parents don’t     1     them. They often think their parents are strict with them.

Parents often find     2     difficult to win their children’s trust and they seem to forget how they felt when they were young.     3     example, young people like to do things without much thinking. Older people are worried about things more easily, they need to     4     things from many ways. So most of them plan things     5     and don’t like their plans to be changed.

Young people often make their parents angry by clothes they want to     6    , the music they enjoy and something else, they don’t really want to make trouble. They feel that in this     7     they can be away from the old people’s world. They want to make a new culture of their own. But if their parents don’t like their     8     or clothes, the young people will feel very unhappy.

Sometimes instead of going out with their parents, they     9     want to stay at home alone and do what they like.

    10     you plan to manage an independent life, you’d better win your parents’ trust and try to get them to understand you. If your parents see that you have a high sense of responsibility (责任感), they will certainly give you chances to do what you want to do.

4 . 阅读并按照要求完成选择

    1     Maybe there are some points you can follow.

Sometimes you think your parents are not fair to you. When you want to dress in a modern way, your mom doesn’t like you wearing a mini-skirt. When you are making phone calls to friends, they ask if you’re speaking to a boy or a girl. Sometimes it seems that you’re not as close to your parents as you used to be.     2    

Closing the Gap by American writer Jay McGraw gives advice on how to have a better relationship with your parents. He gives ways to help you understand your parents. When you think, “My parents don’t want me to have any fun.” that usually means your parents want you to be safe.     3     They need to feel they are important and loved. You should tell your parents your needs, and find out what their needs are. Then, you can think of a way to make all of you happy. He gives you some ideas:

(1)     4     You could talk about your school life and your plans for the future.

(2) Keep a diary. This is to help you understand more about yourself and your feelings.

(3) Show your parents you are growing up.     5    

Your parents will feel that you are no longer a little child. If you follow these steps, soon you will be able to break down the walls between your parents and yourself.

A．Make time to talk.

B．How can you become close again?

C．Both parents and children have needs.

D．Wash your clothes and help clean the house.

E．Have you ever had a dream to make your home a happier place?

5 . When you are a kid, your parents decide everything for you. You depend     1     your parents for your food, your clothes, and other basic necessities (必需品) of life. Parents get used to     2     (take) care of you all the time.

However, you finally grow up and it is     3     (nature) that you want to follow your own ideas. But as you change, your parents aren’t used to a new you yet. They still regard (把……当作) you as     4     kid who always needs their help. Although you have your own ways     5     (solve) some problems, in their eyes you can do few things by yourself. And they still take it for granted (视为理所当然) that you will always depend on     6     (they) as before. In most families, this situation can cause a lot of problems between children     7     parents. It can take several     8     (year) for parents and teens to get used to their new roles. For teenagers, talking with parents is the     9     (good) way to make things easier.

    10     (share) your ideas with your parents can help you get more respect and trust from them. It makes everyone happy.

6 . Choose the words or expressions and complete the passage (选择最恰当的单词或词语完成短文)

Sometimes, kids don’t think their parents are fair to them. When you want do dress in a modern way, your mum doesn’t approve of what you’re wearing. When you are ________, they ask if you’re speaking to a boy or a girl. Sometimes, it seems that you’re not at close to your parents as you used to be. How can you change such a situation?

Closing the Gap by American author Jay McGraw gives advice on how to have a better ________ with your parents.

Both parents and children have needs. They need to feel they are important and loved. You should tell your parents your needs, and find out ________ their needs are. To get your parents to know what you are doing and what you want to do, you could talk about your school life now and your dreams for the future. It helps your parents know ________ about you. Maybe you can think of a way to make all of you happy.

The book gives ways to help teens understand their parents. When you think “My parents don’t want me to have any fun”, it usually means your parents want you to be ________. The books gives you lots of ideas, such as making time to talk, keeping a diary and showing your parents you are growing up. If you follow these steps, you will be able to make your ________ a happy place and make sure that your parents and you will narrow the gap.

1.

A．writing letters

B．making phone call

C．taking risks

D．reading books

2.

A．idea

B．relationship

C．environment

D．advice

3.

A．what

B．where

C．how

D．which

4.

A．farther

B．wider

C．more

D．less

5.

A．happy

B．clever

C．close

D．safe

6.

A．school

B．building

C．room

D．home

7 . 父母是我们最亲的人，但我们有时会在与父母沟通时遇到困难。请根据所给思维导图的提示，以“How to Communicate with Our Parents”为题用英语写一篇短文，谈谈与父母沟通的技巧和做法。

要求：
1. 短文须包含思维导图中的全部内容；
2. 句子及篇章结构准确、连贯、书写规范；
3. 须做适当拓展；
4. 词数80左右。 (标题和开头已给出，不计入总词数。)

How to Communicate with Our Parents

Communicating with parents is one of the first things we have to do. So what should we do when communicating with them? Here are some of my ideas.

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8 . 根据下面短文内容，在短文的空格处填上一个适当的单词，使短文完整、通顺。每空限填一词。

“My dad always asks for my phone, and reads all my messages,” said one girl named Ellen. “When I say     1     to him, he thinks that there is something really bad.” Another girl named Kayla said that she once found her mum reading her diaries (日记). And she stopped keeping a diary     2     that.

Are your parents like that? Do you think they are invading your privacy (侵犯你的隐私)? Maybe. For sure, you don’t like the feeling. Then     3     can you do?

First, don’t be     4     to talk to them. Parents are always there to help you. If you don’t feel happy, let them know how you feel. After talking to you, they may stop worrying about you and give you more privacy.

Time is very important, too. It usually     5     a long time to get your parents’ trust (信任). So don’t be unhappy with them, try to be nice to them when they ask for your phone and do not say anything bad before they finish reading.

You also need to think like your parents. Try to see things from your parents’ point of view (立场).     6     you are a parent, will you let your son or daughter have all the privacy he or she wants? Are they meeting anyone bad? Maybe you will also ask them for their phones.

“When I was a middle school student, I also thought my parents are ‘invading’ my privacy. Now I’m 27 years old, and I have a daughter. I am a     7     now, so I know why they did it. It’s their way to show their love.” said Mary. So please don’t always think that your parents are invading your privacy.

Remember, it’s a way of     8     “We love you.” to you. They just worry about you because they care so much about you.

9 . Many children had their birthday parties at home. In the past, the parties were usually just for children. Parents would leave their kids at the party. When the party ended, they took them home.

But now, it is becoming more common (常见的) for all of the parents to stay at the party, too. The kids play games there and parents can talk with others.

Kids and parents like different kinds of food. So when parents come to a child’s birthday party, usually these food is for them, like cheese, crackers (薄脆饼干) and fruit platters (水果拼盘). At the same time the kids often enjoy hot dogs and potato chips.

Party games are not just for kids, either (也). The children play games like Winner, Chicken dinner. The parents may dance or play card games.

Parties are fun. But some parents may drink too much in front of the kids. It’s bad for the kids if they learn from them.

1. Were the parties only for children in the past?
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2. What food do children often enjoy at the party?
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3. What may parents do at the birthday party according to the passage?
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4. Do you want your parents to go to your birthday party? Why or why not?
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10 . Some people think only school children do not agree with their parents, however, it is not true. Communication is a problem for parents and children of all ages. If it’s hard for you to communicate with your parents, don’t worry about it. Here are some suggestions for you to bridge generation gap (代沟).

Don’t argue with your parents. Your parents probably won’t consider your ideas if you are shouting at them. Make sure you understand why you are unhappy. Then think about what you want to say to your parents. If you don’t think you can speak to them at the moment, try writing a letter.

Try to reach a compromise (和解). Perhaps you and your parents disagree (有分歧) on something. You can keep your disagreement and try your best to accept each other. Michael’s mother didn’t agree with him about buying a car. They argued over it, but finally they came to a compromise. Michael bought the car, but only drove it on certain days. Of course your parents might refuse to compromise on something. In these situations, it is especially important to show love and respect (尊敬) to them. Showing respect will keep your relationship strong.

Talk about your values. The values of your parents are probably different from those of your own. Tell your parents what you care about, and why. Understanding your values might help them see your purposes in life.

A good relationship with your parents can make you a better and happier person. It is worth having a try.

1. From the passage we know ________ have a communication problem.

A．parents and children of all ages	B．children and other people
C．parents and their school children	D．teachers and their students

2. If the values of your parents are different from those of yours, you’d better ________.

A．argue with them	B．keep away from them
C．agree with them all the time	D．tell your parents what you care about

3. If we put the passage into three parts, which of the following is the best?
（①＝Para. 1     ②＝Para. 2       ③＝Para. 3     ④＝Para. 4     ⑤＝Para. 5）

A．①②/③④/⑤	B．①②③/④/⑤
C．①/②③/④⑤	D．①/②③④/⑤

4. The best title for the passage is ________.

A．How to Bridge the Generation Gap	B．How to Deal with Family Problems
C．How to Be Good Parents	D．How to Be a Good Child