THE GENERATION GAP
Unit 1: WRITING
FAMILY RULES
1. The following are some family rules. Complete them, using the phrases below
1. My parents (do not) let me ……………………………..
2. They made me ……………………………………….…
3. They tell me to ………………………………………….
4. They warn me not to …………………………………..
5. They want me to ……………………………………….
6. I am not allowed to …………………………………….
7. They forbid me to ……………………………………...
1. The following are some family rules. Complete them, using the phrases below
Keep my room tidy
Respect the elderly
Keep fit by taking up a sport
Take my studies seriously
Help around with the housework and other home duties
Follow in their footsteps
Have good table manners
Visit our grandparents at least once a week
Do morning exercise every day
Play computer games at weekend only
Not to swear
Not to spit on the floor
1. The following are some family rules. Complete them, using the phrases below
1. My parent do not let me ………………………………..
2. They made me ……………………………………….…
3. They tell me to ………………………………………….
4. They warn me not to …………………………………..
5. They want me to ……………………………………….
6. I am not allowed to …………………………………….
7. They forbid me to ……………………………………...
stay out late at the weekend.
keep my room tidy
take my studies seriously.
smoke or take drugs.
have good table manners.
stay overnight at my friends’ house.
swear or spit on the floor.
2. Choose the three most important rules that your parents apply to you. Think of the reasons , and write them.
Example:
The most important rule in my family is that we should visit our grandparents at least once a week. We live about 10 km away, and my parents want us to have a closer relationship with our grandparents by visiting them regularly and making sure that they are not lonely.
2. Choose the three most important rules that your parents apply to you. Think of the reasons , and write them.
1. - One important rule in my family is that/
- First, ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
2. - Another important rule in my family is that/
- Second
…………………………………………………….……..……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
3. The third important rule in my family is that
-Third/ Last but not least
……………………………………………………………….……………………………………………………………….
……………………………………………………………
3. An English teenager is going to stay with your family for two months on a cultural homestay program. Complete a letter to inform him/ her of the rules in your family.
One important rule in my family is that every member of the family has to keep his or her room tidy. My brother and I have to make our beds every morning, and clean the floor and windows twice a week.
Another important rule is that my brother and I must be home before 10 p.m. My parents are very strict and believe that setting a curfew will help us become responsible, and stay safe and healthy.
The third important rule is that we mustn’t invite friends to stay overnight. This is not only our rule, but also the rule for all the people living in the building.
Model 1: Every family has its own rules. Mine has a few.
First, everybody has to do their share of the household chores. For example, my mother cooks meals everyday, my father mends things around the house in his free time, my elder sister washes clothes and I usually clean the house. My sister and I have to prepare meals. I think so. Because, my mother cooks meals and we should help her. It is a service which we express deep gratitute to mom. And my father will be happy if the meals are ready on the table by the time he gets home.
Second, during the school year, I`m not allowed to watch TV or talk on the phone. My parents don`t allow me to access the internet for amusement. In fact, I miss them, but I know my parents want me to concentrate on studying. It`s good for me.
TALKING ABOUT FAMILY RULES
Next, whenever problems come up, we must discuss them frankly and find solutions quickly, or before making an important decision. I had to be allowed by my parents.
The most important rule is frankness. All members have to speak honestly so that we can believe in each other.
All in all, family rules are necessary.
Model 2: Each family has its own rules. My family also has some rules. Family rules help family members understand each other and improve ourselves better. Every morning, my mother must get up early to cook and prepare the costumes for the whole family. then my parents go to work, my two younger sisters go to school. At dinner, we just gathered to tell each other what happened during the day. After dinner, everyone do their own work. During the school year, we are not allowed to watch TV and always self-study.
In my family, learning is important. However each member must share the household chores together. My parents want us not to go out after dark because they thought the outside is very dangerous. My two younger sisters are small so both I and parents must help them more. Thanks to the rules of the family that we are educated in a discipline. I love my family.
Homework
- Write about your family rules.
- Prepare: COMMUNICATION AND CULTURE (page 15)
Thank you very much
for your attention !
Good bye !
nguon VI OLET
