Unit 6 It’s your turn
Lesson 6.5 A message for parents
Follow a conversation
Read
- Read the message for Moms and Dads
If you’re reading this blog, you’re probably parents having problems with your teenage son or daughter. We think it’s good that you’ve come here. After all, you can only solve a problem by recognizing that there is one. But before reading on, remember that this is a blog written by teenagers for teenagers. Being at least 35, you probably don’t remember what it’s like to be a teenager. You might get an occasional shock reading this blog., but we hope it helps you understand how we see the world.
Comprehension check
- Who is the message for?
- Who wrote the message?
- What warning does it contain?
- What hope does it contain?
- How do you solve your problems?
- Read the text.
Posted August 12 th
I’m in my room, I’m doing homework and trying to concentrate, but keep thinking about an old friend. We met when taking dance classes., and having a lot in common, we got along pretty well. Now she wants to be friends again, but I’m siting here and wondering what to do.
It all started with a message that emailed to me by a girl who is saying we used to best friends. She also sent a picture of us taken at our dance school. I remembered how we had a falling out when we are preparing for a show. I got the lead role, making her really angry. Now she wants to meet me, but is that a good idea?
- Complete the responses with the words given.
while before after by
- I’d see if your friendship develops online _______ meeting.
- You could find out if you’re still friends _______ talking on the phone first.
- I’d only agree to meet her _______ discussing the situation with your parents.
- You could avoid arguments about the past _______ bringing a friend with you.
- Work in pairs. Which response do you think gives the best advice.
- Complete the posts with these words.
looking arguing making doing
- I always chat online while ________ my homework, ________ my parents really angry. I tell them I can do both, both, I just can’t get through to them.
- I didn’t do much this weekend. I was at home _______ with my brother. He can annoy me by just ________ at me. Is that normal?
reading posted calling meaning being saved
- A friend lent me a presentation ________ on a flash drive. It’s _______ her only copy, she told me to be really careful, but I accidentally reformatted the flash drive, _______ the presentation’s gone. Any advice?
- There’s a group of students at school _______ me names. And when I got home today, there were really some terrible comments ________ on my page. I felt really upset after ________ them. What’s the best way to stand up for yourself in these situation.
Speak
- Work in pairs. Discuss the posts.
What’s the best advice for each person?
