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Part Two: In-Class Reading >> In-Class Reading Social Problems Pre- Reading Global Reading Detailed Reading Post Reading
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Pre-Reading Pre. Reading Discussion Social Problems
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Pre-Reading 1. Discussion 1) Do you know anything about “Latchkey children”? 2) Did you ever have such experience as “Latchkey children”, and how did you feel? 3) Suppose you are young parents with a six-year old boy. You have been offered challenging, well paid jobs in a city where you have no relatives. Will you accept the jobs? What arrangements will you make for your son? And explain your decision. Sample
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Pre-Reading 2. Social Problems As societies change and develop, many problems emerge. Change itself can be a social problem if it occurs too quickly. This is sometimes called the problem of "future shock".
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Pre-Reading One of the greatest problems of developing societies is the problem of overpopulation. The world's current population of about six billion people is likely to double in the next 20 to 30 years. To be continued
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Pre-Reading In the developed countries, One of the greatest problems is pollution. Factory wastes and emissions ( 排放物) from factories or vehicles add to the problem. To be continued
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Pre-Reading Some problems are very new. The AIDS virus was identified in the early 1980 s and the disease itself emerged only in the 1970 s. But its rapid spread around the world can be related, in many countries, to older social problems such as prostitution and drug abuse. To be continued
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Pre-Reading Social problems exist both in developed countries and developing countries. Unemployment, poverty and crime exist in the most advanced industrial societies as well as in developing societies, but they may take very different forms.
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Global Reading Organization Analysis Questions for Discussion General Idea Understanding Specific Information Comparing Experiences
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Global Reading Organization Analysis Part 1 (Para. 1) Because of financial need and career choices, more mothers are working outside. Part 2 (Para. 26) Mothers working outside affect the family, especially children. Part 3 (Para. 78) How to solve the problem in an advisable way?
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Global Reading Organization Analysis Part 2 (Para. 2 -6) Mothers working outside affect the family, especially children. Para. 2 Some obvious consequences on the family, especially children: later dinnertime, emotional impact, etc. Para. 3 Emotional impact on the children Para. 4 -6 Different reaction of latchkey children to the situation
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Global Reading Questions for Discussion 1. Why have more and more mothers in the U. S. nowadays taken salaried jobs outside instead of staying home as full-time homemakers? (Para. 1) Partly because of financial need, and partly because of career choices for personal fulfillment, mothers have been leaving the traditional role of full-time homemaker and taken salaried jobs outside the home. To be continued
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Global Reading 2. Does this role change affect the family? If so, in what way? (Para. 2) Yes, it affects the entire family, especially the children. For example, dinnertime is at a later hour, and there are more subtle emotional impacts. 3. What is the common emotional impact of the situation on the children? (Para. 3) It is quite common for children to feel hurt and resentful. To be continued
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Global Reading 4. Do all the latchkey children react to the situation negatively? If not, how do the different groups react differently according to the interview reported? (Para. 4 -6) No. For some youngsters, it is a productive period of private time, while for others it is a frightening, lonely void. To be continued
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Global Reading 5. To deal with the situation, do you think it realistic for mothers to quit working outside the home? (Para. 7) No, I don’t think so. The question to ask is not whether or not mothers should work full-time, but how an optimum plan can be worked out to deal effectively with the situation. To be continued
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Global Reading 6. Then what is the advisable way to cope with the problem according to the author? (Para. 8) Members of family should express their love to and concerns about one another, for feeling loved provides invaluable emotional strength to cope successfully with almost any difficulty that arise in life.
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Global Reading General Idea In the United States, more mothers are taking financial Jobs. For the reasons of 1)_____ need and 2)_______ career choices For personal fulfillment. Children are especially affected by this. The later obvious consequences may include a 3)_______ dinner. There are more subtle consequences. guilty For instance, mothers may feel 4)____ and hurt resentful children feel 5)______ and 6)_____. To be continued
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Global Reading Returning from school and coming home with the key hanging around their necks, children react differently. Some believe it is a 7) _____ productive period when they can develop a sense of 8) independence and 9) ______. responsibility They felt ______ loved and 10)______ trusted. For others, it is a 11) frightening _____, lonely void. To be continued
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Global Reading resentment They expressed bitterness, 12) _____, and anger for this. They also said they felt 13) abandoned _____ by their mothers. When the problem of latchkey children is dealt with, of the many factors 14) ____ that should be taken into consideration, the most important thing is that quality 15) ______ of the relationship between parents and children.
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Global Reading Understanding Specific Information Tell whether each of the following statements is true or false. Write “T” for “true” and “F” for “false” in the space provided. T 1) _____ Many women work full-time because of financial necessity. F 2) _____ When mothers begin to work full-time, life goes on as usual at home. To be continued
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Global Reading T 3) _____ Full-time working mothers do not give up their household responsibilities. F 4) _____ Mothers don’t feel a sense of guilt because they earn money. T 5) _____ Not all the effects of this arrangement are obvious or clear. F 6) _____ Latchkey children are not allowed to go out because they have a lot of homework to do. To be continued
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Global Reading 7) _____ Latchkey girls are better in coping with this F arrangement than latchkey boy. F 8) _____ Being left along at home can help build up self-confidence in all children. F 9) _____ “Normal” families are those whose father and mother are at home when the children need them. 10) _____ The author doesn’t think mothers should F abandon the traditional role of full-time homemaker. To be continued
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Global Reading Comparing Experiences Step One In groups discuss the following questions. 1) How many members of your group were latchkey children? 2) How many were taken care of by their grandparents? 3) What other experiences of childcare did the members of your group have? Sample
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Global Reading Step Two Now continue your group work to 1) Compare your experiences 2) Summarize the results of your comparison and share with the class.
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Detailed Reading Passage Reading Understanding Sentences Words and Expressions
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Detailed Reading Latchkey Children—Knock, Is Anybody Home? In the United States the cost of living has been steadily rising for the past few decades. Food prices, clothing costs, housing expenses, and tuition fees are constantly getting higher and higher. Partly because of financial need, and partly because of career choices for personal fulfillment, mothers have been leaving the traditional role of full-time homemaker. Increasingly they have been taking salaried jobs outside the home. To be continued
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Detailed Reading Making such a significant role change affects the entire family, especially the children. Some consequences are obvious. For example, dinnertime is at a later hour. The emotional impact, on the other hand, can be more subtle. Mothers leave home in the morning, feeling guilty because they will not be home when their children return from school. They suppress their guilt since they believe that their work will benefit everyone in the long run. The income will enable the family to save for college tuition, take an extended vacation, buy a new car, and so on. To be continued
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Detailed Reading The emotional impact on the children can be significant. It is quite common for children to feel hurt and resentful. 1 After all, they are alone several hours, and they feel that their mothers should "be there" for them. They might need assistance with their homework or want to share the day's activities. 2 All too often, however, the mothers arrive home exhausted and face the immediate task of preparing dinner. Their priority is making the evening meal for the family, not engaging in relaxed conversation. To be continued
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Detailed Reading Latchkey children range in age from six to thirteen. On a daily basis they return from school and unlock the door to their home with the key hanging around their necks. They are now on their own, alone, in quiet, empty rooms. 3 For some youngsters, it is a productive period of private time, while for others it is a frightening, lonely void. For reasons of safety, many parents forbid their children to go out to play or to have visitors at home. The youngsters, therefore, feel isolated. To be continued
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Detailed Reading Latchkey children who were interviewed reported diverse reactions. Some latchkey children said that being on their own for a few hours each day fostered, or stimulated, a sense of independence and responsibility. They felt loved and trusted, and this feeling encouraged them to be self-confident. Latchkey girls, by observing how their mothers coped with the demands of a family and a job, learned the role model of a working mother. Some children stated that they used their unsupervised free time to perfect their athletic skills, such as playing basketball. Others read books or practiced a musical instrument. These children looked upon their free time after school as an opportunity for personal development. It led to positive, productive, and valuable experiences. To be continued
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Detailed Reading 4 Conversely, many latchkey children expressed much bitterness, resentment, and anger for being made to live in this fashion. Many claimed that too much responsibility was placed on them at an early age; it was an overwhelming burden. They were little people who really wanted to be protected, encouraged, and cared for through attention from their mothers. Coming home to an empty house was disappointing, lonely, and often frightening. To be continued
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Detailed Reading They felt abandoned by their mothers. After all, it seemed to them that most other children had "normal" families whose mothers were "around, " whereas their own mothers were never home. Many children turned on the television for the whole afternoon day after day, in order to diminish feelings of isolation; furthermore, the voices were comforting. Frequently, they would doze off. To be continued
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Detailed Reading Because of either economic necessity or strong determination for personal fulfillment, or both, the phenomenon of latchkey children is widespread in our society. 5 Whatever the reason, it is a compelling situation with which families must cope. The question to ask is not whether or not mothers should work full-time. 6 Given the reality of the situation, the question to ask is: how can an optimum plan be worked out to deal effectively with the situation. To be continued
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Detailed Reading It is advisable for all members of the family to express their feelings and concerns about the inevitable change candidly. These remarks should be discussed fully. Many factors must be taken into consideration: the children's personality and maturity, the amount of time the children will be alone, the safety of the neighborhood, accessibility of help in case of an emergency. 7 Of supreme importance is the quality of the relationship between parents and children. It is most important that the children be secure in the knowledge that they are loved. Feeling loved provides invaluable emotional strength to cope successfully with almost any difficulty that arises in life. — From The Independent Reader
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Detailed Reading Understanding Sentences 1. After all, they are alone several hours, and they feel that their mothers should "be there" for them. Translatio n Comment 毕竟有好几个小时他们要独自呆在家里, 而他们觉得 母亲应该“在那儿”等着 他们。 “Be there” here means “be at home”. Traditionally the mother’s role is to be the homemaker, raising children and taking care of other household affairs. Back to the
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Detailed Reading Understanding Sentences 2. All too often, however, the mothers arrive home exhausted and face the immediate task of preparing dinner. Translatio n Comment Example 然而十分常见的情况是:母亲们回到家里时已 经疲惫不堪, 又面临着一个紧迫的任务——做饭。 本句中 “exhausted”是过去分词做形容 词用,表示伴随状况。 1) He came home very much depressed. 2) She sat at the window sewing. 3) He is lying at home sick. Back to the
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Detailed Reading Understanding Sentences 3. For some youngsters, it is a productive period of private time, while for others it is a frightening, lonely void. Translatio n Comment Example 对于某些孩子来说,这是一段属于他们自己的 有所作为的时间,而对于另一些孩子来说则是 令人恐惧的、孤独的空虚。 The word “while” is used here to emphasize the difference between two situations, activities, etc. 1) The first two services are free, while third costs $35. 00. 2) In 1961 just over 2 persons divorced per 1, 000, while in 1981 it was 12. Back to the
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Detailed Reading Understanding Sentences 4. Conversely, many latchkey children expressed much bitterness, resentment, and anger for being made to live in this fashion. Translatio 与此相反,也有许多挂钥匙的孩子对于被迫以这 种方式生活表现出不快、怨恨以及愤怒。 n “make”在用作“force someone to do something” Comment 这 一 意 思 时 , 主 动 语 态 为 “make someone do something”,但是被动语态中则应该为“be made to do something”。同样的用法也适合其他动词, 如在“see+宾语+ 不定式做宾语补足语”结构中: 主动语态:We saw him go into the pub with two other guys the other night. Back to the
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Detailed Reading Understanding Sentences 5. Whatever the reason, it is a compelling situation with which families must cope. Translatio n 然而无论出于什么样的原因,这已经成为 一个紧迫的、所有的家庭都必须应付的局面。 Comment “Whatever” here means “no matter what”. The whole sentence means: No matter what the reason is, it is a situation all families must cope with. Back to the
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Detailed Reading Understanding Sentences 6. Given the reality of the situation, the question to ask is: how can an optimum plan be worked out to deal effectively with the situation. Translatio n Comment 考虑到这种现象的现实情况,要提出的应是 这样一个问题:如何才能制定一个最佳方案 来有效地应对这种局面? “Given” here is used as a preposition meaning “taking something into account” (考虑到,鉴于) To be continued
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Detailed Reading Example Comment Example 1) Given that there was so little time, I 2) think they’ve done a good job. 2) Given that the patients have some disabilities, we try to enable them to be as independent as possible. “Given” can also be used as an adjective meaning “specified, fixed” (规定的,特定的) 1) The work must be done within the given time. 2) The rules are to be followed in any given situation. Back to the
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Detailed Reading Understanding Sentences 7. Of supreme importance is the quality of the relationship between parents and children. Translatio n Comment 首要的是亲子关系的融洽度。 “be of + 抽象名词”结构。常与“of”连用的 其他名词还有:value, use, significance, help等。如of great /much/little/no value/use/significance/help. Back to the
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Detailed Reading Words and Expressions steadily adv. in a state of continuing or developing gradually or without stopping 持续地,不断地 e. g. The company's exports have grown steadily. in the long run Back to the text later in the future, not immediately, eventually 从长远来看 The less you rely on pain killers now, the better it will be for your health in the long run. Back to the
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Detailed Reading Words and Expressions fulfillment n. 1. a feeling of satisfaction that you get from doing or achieving something 满足感 He gets a great sense of fulfillment from his work. 2. the event or act of something happening or being made to happen (愿望等的) 实现,履行 (职责、诺言等) The money is crucial to the fulfillment of the government's economic policies. Back to the
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Detailed Reading Words and Expressions suppress v. 1. stop oneself from showing one's feeling 抑制 (感情、思想等) She suppressed a strong desire to scream. 2. stop people from opposing the government, especially by using force 压制,镇压 The king's army tried to suppress the uprising. Back to the
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Detailed Reading Words and Expressions resentful adj. feeling angry and upset about something that seems unfair 充满忿恨的,怨恨的 At first I felt very resentful and angry about losing my job. all too often much more often than one would have liked, than one considers desirable or suitable 屡次三番,过于频繁地 All too often doctors are too busy to explain the treatment to their patients. Back to the
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Detailed Reading Words and Expressions priority n. 1. the thing that is considered the most important and 2. needs attention before anything else 优先考虑的 事 Earning enough money to keep his family is a high priority. 2. the right to be given attention first and before other people or things 优先 (权),重点 Banks normally give priority to large businesses when deciding on loans. Back to the
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Detailed Reading Words and Expressions on a daily (weekly, yearly. . . ) basis every day (week, year) 以每天 (周,年……) 计算 All rooms are cleaned on a daily basis. look upon…as… Back to the text think of. . . as. . . 看待,看作 1) A lot of people looked (up) on him as an authority. 2) I look on him as a good friend. Back to the text
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Detailed Reading Words and Expressions void n. 1. a feeling of emptiness or hollowness, lacking something definite 空虚感,孤寂感 It will be difficult to fill the void left by his departure. 2. an empty area or space where nothing exists 真空,空白 1) Before Einstein, space was regarded as a formless void. 2) We call the sky the blue void. Back to the
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Detailed Reading Words and Expressions foster v. 1. encourage the development or growth of 培养, 促进 1) These sessions are designed to foster better working relationships. 2) This approach will foster an understanding of environmental issues. 2. take care of and bring up (a child that is not legally one’s own) 收养,养育 People who cannot have a baby of their own sometimes foster a child. Back to the
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Detailed Reading Words and Expressions advisable adj. sensible 明智的,可取的 1) It's advisable to reserve a seat in this train. 2) Regular medical check-ups are advisable. cope with v. Back to the text succeed in dealing with a difficult problem or situation 对付,处理好 (棘手之事) 1) Young as she was, she could cope with the difficulties wonderfully well. 2) It was amazing how my mother coped with bringing up three kids on less than three pounds a week. Back to the text
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Detailed Reading Words and Expressions conversely adv. used when one situation is the opposite of another 相反地 1) Running can strengthen your heart and muscles, but conversely, it can also damage your knee joints and the bones in your feet. 2) Some wrong answers were marked right and, conversely, some right answers had been rejected. Back to the
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Detailed Reading Words and Expressions overwhelming adj. overpowering in effect or strength 势不可挡的,压倒性的 1) She felt an overwhelming urge to tell someone about what had happened. 2) The task won't appear so overwhelming if you break it down into small, easy-to-accomplish steps. Back to the
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Detailed Reading Words and Expressions compelling adj. urgently requiring attention 使人非注意不可的 1) My second and more compelling reason for going to Dearborn was to see the Henry Ford Museum. 2) The court was presented with compelling evidence that she'd murdered her husband. Back to the
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Detailed Reading Words and Expressions work out 1. think carefully about how you are going to do something and plan a good way of doing it 2. 想出,制定出 The general worked out a new plan of attack. 2. calculate an answer, amount, price, etc. 算出 I was born in 1947: you work out my age. Back to the
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Detailed Reading Words and Expressions take… into consideration remember to think about something important when you are making a decision or judgment 考虑某事物 1) Taking everything into consideration, they ought to be given another chance. 2) The candidate's experience must be taken into consideration. Back to the
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Detailed Reading Words and Expressions accessibility n. the condition of being easy to obtain or use 可以得到,容易得到 1) There are other difficulties to be overcome in terms of the accessibility of certain products. 2) There's growing public concern about the cost, quality and accessibility of health care. Back to the
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Detailed Reading Words and Expressions in case of in a particular situation 在……情况下 1) In case of fire, break the glass. 2) In case of bad weather, the wedding will be held indoors. Back to the invaluable adj. text extremely useful 极有价值的,极宝贵的 1) Such data will prove invaluable to researchers studying fish population. 2) The Internet is an invaluable source of information. Back to the text
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Post Reading 1. Vocabulary 2. Filling in the Blanks 3. Word Building 4. Sentence- Making Game 5. Translation
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Post Reading 1. Vocabulary Column A is a list of words from the passage. Find a word or phrase in Column B which is similar in meaning to each of the words in Column A.
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Post Reading Column A Column B A. anger C 1) suppress H 2) fulfillment B. weight C. hold back G 3) salaried D. effect A 4) resentment E. unwatched E 5) unsupervised F. help K 6) perfect (v. ) I 7) constantly G. paid D 8) impact H. satisfaction L 9) candidly I. continually B 10) burden J. chance J 11) opportunity K. improve L. frankly F 12) assistance
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Post Reading 2. Filling in the Blanks Fill in each of blanks with an appropriate word from Column A above. Change the form if necessary. suppress fulfillment salaried resentment unsupervised perfect (v. ) constantly impact candidly burden opportunity assistance constantly 1) We are _____ reminded of success. 2) The change in leadership will have a huge impact _____on government policy. burden 3) The financial _____will be more evenly shared. To be continued
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Post Reading suppress fulfillment salaried resentment unsupervised perfect (v. ) constantly impact candidly burden opportunity assistance Candidly 4) _____ David, I think you’re being 5) unreasonable. 5) Seeing my work completed successfully gives me fulfillment 6) a strong sense of ______. salaried 6) The company had 143 _____staff, most of whom it could no longer afford to keep. To be continued
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Post Reading suppress fulfillment salaried resentment unsupervised perfect (v. ) constantly impact candidly burden opportunity assistance resentment 7) She expressed _____ at being 8) interviewed by a social worker. 8) He’s been running the company with the assistance _____ of his son. perfect 9) She needs to ____ her Arabic before going to work in Cairo. suppress 10) Harry could scarcely _____ a smile.
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Post Reading 3. Word Building Fill each of the following blanks with the appropriate form of the word in brackets. successfully 1) They have ______found the gene 2) responsible for the condition. (success) resentment 2) He feels a deep ______ towards his parents for his miserable childhood. (resent) 3) I have been unemployed for two years and have security absolutely no financial _____. (secure) To be continued
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Post Reading 3. Word Building necessity 4) The report stresses the _____ of eating plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables. (necessary) advisable 5) It is _____ to reserve a seat on this train. (advise) 6) Two new roads are being built to increase access/accessibility _________ to the town center. (access) 7) They have been given college scholarships athletic purely on _____ ability. (athlete) To be continued
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Post Reading 3. Word building maturity 8) Lacking self-confidence and _____, many teenagers are left feeling vulnerable (脆弱的). (mature) emotional 9) My doctor said the problem was more _____ than physical. (emotion) effectively 10) Services need to be more ______ 11) organized than they are at present. (effect)
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Post Reading 4. Sentence-Making Game Make sentences with the words written by your teacher on the blackboard. You may use more than one word at a time. The sentence you make must be meaningful and grammatically correct. Speed and accuracy are both part of the game.
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Post Reading 4. Sentence-Making Game A Possible List: rise decade affect priority forbid isolate expense engage provide financial range demand claim express stimulate widespread given work out arise in case of cope with secure on the other hand take into consideration
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Post Reading 5. Translation 1) 由于紧急情况,这位医生几小时内都没有空。(because of) Because of an emergency, the doctor will not be available for several hours. 2) 税收将会如何影响低收入的人群? (affect) How will taxes affect people with low incomes? 3) 我母亲总是告诉我,从长远来看我会很高兴我没有放弃练 钢琴。(in the long run) My mother always told me that in the long run I would be glad I didn’t give up practicing the piano. To be continued
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Post Reading 5. Translation 4) 这些书的价格从10美元到 20美元不等。(rang…from…to) These books range in price from $10 to $20. 5) 在我看来你没有什么选择。(It seems to me that …) It seems to me that you don’t have done quite a good job. 6) 考虑到他们缺乏经验,这 作他们已经做得相当不错。 (given) Given their inexperience, they have done quite a good job. To be continued
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Post Reading 5. Translation 7) 对这么一幢大房子来说这价格相当便宜,但你得 考虑维修所需要的钱。(take into consideration) For such a big house the price is fairly cheap/ low, but you’ve tot to take into consideration the money you will spend on repairs. 8) 我们能否从讨论上次会议产生的问题开始?(arise from) Can we begin with discussing questions/ problems arising from the last meeting? End of In-class Reading Go to After-class Reading
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Pre-Reading Sample 1 It depends. If I were the wife, I would persuade my husband to accept the job. As for me, before making a final decision, I would take into consideration such factors as childcare facilities, location of the school, location of the apartment, etc. To be continued
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Pre-Reading Sample 2 Both of us will accept the jobs. On the one hand, the jobs are challenging, which is good for our personal fulfillment. On the other, with the money we get, we could find a babysitter for our child or send him to a private school, where he may get better education. To be continued
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Pre-Reading Sample 3 Neither of us will take the job. I think parents should spend more time with their children. A challenging, high-salary job means less time with your child. If we move to a city where we don’t have any relatives, it would be even worse. A child who grows up with little car from parents or family is very likely to become a problem kid. Back to the topic
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Global Reading Sample 1 In our group, two of us were latchkey children, two were taken care of by their grandparents, and one was taken care of by his mother because his mother did not work. The two who were once latchkey children had felt very much the same as the children mentioned in the passage. They felt lonely and watched TV a lot. But compared with the other students in our group, they are more independent. So in a way, it is good to leave children alone for some time every day. To be continued
Part Two: In-Class Reading >> Global Reading Sample 2 In our group, only one person was once a latchkey child. Both her parents were working faraway from home and she had to be on her own for most of the time on weekdays. The rest of us were taken care of either by our grandparents or by our parents. We could also go out and play with other children after we finished our homework. But sometimes we did wish we were alone so that we could spend the time as we wished. Back to the topic
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