阅读理解。 Making Peace with Your Parents A

问题：

阅读理解。

     Making Peace with Your Parents

     As a teen,you're going through big changes physically and mentally.Your interests are

expanding.1.________

     Here is the challenge:Kids need to explore the world in new ways,and parents need to

protect them from the dangers in that world.These conflicts can easily set off fireworks in

otherwise calm houses.Sometimes conflicts can't be avoided.But by paying attention to the

building blocks of successful relationships,you can work towards making home a happy

and healthy place for you and your parents.

     For instance,try to find a time to talk when your parents are not angry,tired,distracted

or hungry.A good time to talk is when you're all relaxed.Timing is everything.If the

conversation begins to turn into an argument,you'd better calmly and coolly ask to stop

the conversation-for now.2.________Listen to what your parents are saying,and repeat

it back to them.This shows them that you're listening.3.________

     Respect is the building block of good communication.People who respect each other

and care about each others'feelings can disagree without things getting ugly.

4．________How do you build trust?Trust comes by actually doing what you say you're

going to do.Some teens find that doing fun activities with their parents can improve their

relationships.Sometimes we forget that parents are more than rulemakers-they're interesting

people who like to watch movies and go shopping-just like their teenagers!

     What do you do if youare trying your best,but your relationship with your parents

continues to be rocky?5.________You can find supportive adults,such as a teacher or a

coach,who can lend an ear.

     Remember you can only change your own behavior.Your parents are the only ones

who can change theirs.

A．It also gives them a chance to clear things up if you're not on the same page.

B．You can pick it up again when everyone's more relaxed.

C．And then you'll be able to accept what your parents say.

D．Faced with the challenge,children don't know what to do.

E．You are more likely to get along with your parents and have more independence if your

parents believe in you.

F．And your desire to take control of your own life is growing.

G．You may consider seeking outside help.