A: Hi, everybody. I'm Becky. Welcome back to “The Problem Line”. Today, we're going to talk about problems with parents. Okay, it's time for another call.

B: Hello. My name's David.

A: Hi, David. Welcome to "The Problem Line".

B: Well, I'm having problems with my mom. Every time we talk about something, we argue.

A: It's impolite.

B: I know. But she always arranges (安排) everything for me. I can't even decide what to wear on weekends.

A: That's too bad.

B: I tried, but she never listened to me. She thinks I should listen to her because I'm her child.

A: Well, that's a difficult problem.

C: Hello, I'm Vera. I think David should ask his teacher for help. Perhaps his mother will listen to his teacher.

B: OK. I'll have a try. Thank you.

—Yes. He _____ his hometown.

When learning new vocabulary, don't just memorize a list of words.1, try to make five sentences using each new word. Then use the new word as often as you can the first day you learn it. This way you will remember new words2longer.

Practising sounds, you know, is difficult-the “th” sound for example. Choose words that3"th" and repeat them over and over until you are comfortable with them. Let's try! This, that, those, them, think, thought, through, thin….

Read, read, read-in English, of course! Reading is one of4ways to increase your vocabulary and5your grammar in a natural and fun way. Be sure to choose topics or books you are interested in.

When someone6in English, listen to the main point. If you7a word you don't understand, ignore8and go on listening. If you stop and think about the word, you will miss9the person is saying.

Always remember-practice10perfect.

— Remember to choose one that fits you best.