To Our Class
What conflicts do you often get into with your parents?
conflicts
clothes
friends
schoolwork
love
appearance
housework
Unit 1: THE GENERATION GAP
What are the conflicts about ?
Complaints & Giving opinions and advice
1. Read about three situations facing teenagers. Match them with the problem a,b or c
b
c
a
Parents may not like when their teenage children go out with their friends late at night.
Parents may complain
about their children`s untidiness.
Parents may not like their children`s appearance.
3. Work in pairs. Tell your partner what you and your parents complain about. Give advice on how to solve the problem.
Practise this dialogue and then make your own
A: What kind of conflicts do you get into with your parents ?
B: well, I don’t like the way my mum keeps telling me what to do all the time. What should I do ?
A : I think you should talk to her and explain how you feel. You should also show her that you are responsible and mature
B : Thanks. I’ll try. How about you and your parents ?
A: My dad is always comparing me with Lan, the girl living next door. He says that Lan is more studious than me and helps her parents with the household chores.
B: Perhaps you should make friends with Lan if your parents like her.
Homework
Write a paragraph about Conflicts and Solutions.
Prepare next lesson.