“Come on! All of us are cutting (逃课) maths. Who wants to go to take that quiz? We’re going to take a walk and get lunch instead. Let’s go!” says the coolest kid in your class. Do you do what you know is right and go to maths class, take the quiz and all? Or do you give in and go with him?
People who are at your age, like your classmates, are called peers. When they try to influence how you act and get you to do something, it’s called peer pressure. It’s something everyone has to deal with — even adults.
Peers influence your life, even if you don’t realize it, just by spending time with you. You learn from them, and they learn from you. It’s only human nature to listen to and learn from other people in your age group.
Peers can have a positive influence on each other. Maybe another student in your science class taught you an easy way to remember the planets in the solar system, or you got others excited about your new favorite book, and now everyone is reading it. Sometimes peers influence each other in negative ways. For example, a few kids in school might try to get you to cut class with them.
It’s difficult to say “no” to peer pressure, but you can do it. Paying attention to your own feelings and beliefs about what is right and what is wrong can help you know what is the right thing you should do.
It can really help to have at least one other peer, or friend, who is willing to say “no” too. If you continue to face peer pressure and you’re finding it difficult to handle it, talk to someone you trust — a parent, or a teacher. They can help you feel much better and prepare you for the next time you face peer pressure.
12. According to the first paragraph, what is the kid doing?
A.Encouraging other kids to cut class. |
B.Making an announcement about a dinner party. |
C.Planning some interesting activities after school. |
D.Persuading kids to take a quiz with him. |
13. What can be known according to the author?
A.For kids, peer pressure may do more harm than good. |
B.Kids today are under greater pressure than before. |
C.Peer pressure exists among people of all age groups. |
D.Maths is the most difficult subject for most kids. |
14. What is suggested to the readers in the last paragraph?
A.Learning to refuse their friends in a polite way. |
B.Getting support from someone else if necessary. |
C.Making more close friends while at school. |
D.Building closer relations with their parents and teachers. |
15. Whom is the text probably written for?
A.The parents. | B.The teachers. |
C.The friends. | D.The students. |