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Answers to COMPREHENSION 2 (textbook p.60)

4 Julien, French, teacher, lives in Japan It seems obvious to me that in Japan there is a real laissez-faire attitude of parents towards their children! I often see children whining in front of other people, and their unconcerned parents say nothing. French children usually behave themselves in public. If they are noisy or boisterous they will be quickly reprimanded.

Example Sentences for DISCUSSION (textbook p.60) • I found Catriona's response to be the most unexpected. When I was a child, my parents stayed with me in the same bed until I fell asleep. Especially when you're a baby, accidents may occur, so I think we should sleep together. I don't think if little children sleep in the same bed as their parents they will never "cut the cord." • I found Tim's response to be most interesting. It seemed strange to me until I was in elementary or junior high school that there's a tendency for the child to always be seen as 'right' in the eyes of their parents. However, these days, it seems that the number of such parents is increasing in Japan. 6 Tim , Australian, artist, has lived in France Here in Australia, I think there's a tendency for the child to always be seen as 'right' in the eyes of their parents, and this is played out in parents' relationships with teachers and discipline in schools across the country. I would say that children in my culture are supported almost to the point of being indulged. 5 Tim , Australian, artist, has lived in France I lived in France for a few years. I would say that children there seemed to be better behaved than children in Australia. I think in France the expectations were higher, and there were fewer excuses made for children who weren't behaving in a socially acceptable way.

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UNIT 9 | COMPREHENSION & DISCUSSION