2.1.3What makes an unhappy home life?
Directions:Listen to this expert talking on a radio show and find out what he says makes an unhappy home life.
What makes an unhappy home life is sibling rivalry.
2.1.4 Directions: List the problems that there can be in a family with more than one child.
Brothers and sisters borrow things. They don’t always return them in good condition.
Younger children sometimes feel that their older brothers and sisters can do whatever they want.
Older brothers and sisters think that the baby of the family gets
more attention. Sometimes brothers and sisters are jealous of one another.
2.1.5 Directions:Now work in a group of four or five students. Discuss the problems mentioned and try to find a solution. Questionnaire — relationship between you and your parents
2.1.6 Directions: Listen to the recording and write down the number of times your answer is YES. Be honest.
Now find out your relationship with your parents.
1-2 YES answers:
You have a good relationship with your parents.
3-5 YES answers:
Try to see things from your parents’ perspective.
6-10 YES answers:
You probably have a love-hate relationship with your parents.
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