Many teenagers (青少年) feel that the most important people in their lives are their friends. They believe that their family members don't know them as well as their friends do. In large families, it is quite usual for brothers and sisters to fight with each other, and then they can only go to their friends for some ideas.

      It is very important to have one good friend or a group of friends. Even when teenagers are not with their friends, they usually   A   a lot of time talking with them on the phone. This communication is very important in children's growing up, because friends can discuss things. Today some things are difficult to discuss with their family members.

      However, parents often try to choose their children's friends for them. Some parents may even   B   their children from meeting their good friends. Have you ever thought of the following questions?

      ·Who chooses your friends?

      ·Do you choose your friends or your friends choose you?

      ·Have you got a good friend your parents don't like?

      Your answers are welcome.

A: What should we do to get ready for the graduation ceremony?

B:

A: But we must pass our final examination first.

B: Yeah, you are right.

A:

B: Cards. Although they are cheap,

A: Well, thinking back on the past three years,

B: Shall we give speeches at the ceremony?

A: Perhaps. What are you going to say?

B:

  “Sometimes you just get a strict teacher. Instead of letting others know that this isn't your favorite class, make an effort to show your teacher you are doing your best.”

  —Jocelyn Howard, 16

  “Learn to put your activities in order of importance. School comes first, and if you just study as soon as you get home, it's OK. You can also relax and play computers or do other things you enjoy. But don't lose yourself in just getting by. Try hard! And don't be afraid to get help from teachers.”

—April Madlangbanyan, 17   

“If you have trouble getting along with a specific teacher, pray about it. Ask God to help you see that teacher through HIS EYES, not your own. And talk with that teacher. Good communication can strengthen any relationship-even with a hard-to-get-along-with teacher.”

 —Lisa Shaw, 21

“Being a good student means being organized. Remember to bring all your supplies, everything to each class every day. Make sure that you'll never skip (逃) class. And when you're in class, really pay attention! Don't let yourself daydream or write notes to friends. Completing your homework on time is also important.”

—Victoria Walsh, 16

“When you're having trouble getting along with a certain teacher, stay calm! You may not agree with him or her, but you've got to remember the teacher is the authority (权威) figure. So make sure that you're respectful and open-minded. Ask for a specific time when the two of you can talk. Explain yourself and address (探讨) the problem, not the teacher.”

—Amanda Baken, 18

“Being a good student means studying often, not just cramming (填鸭式的用功) before a test. Identify (识别) your weak areas. For example, maybe you don't have good reading skills or it's hard for you to take notes. Once you identify what your weakness is, ask for help in these specific areas. Be willing to go in early or stay after school to get extra help. Go into the school year knowing that being a good student will require time and effort!”

 —Tiffany Irving, 20

      Note-taking is a skill that can help you do well in all your schoolwork. It can make you confident（自信的） when you are studying. .

      If your teacher writes notes on the blackboard, that's great. You can copy them or write down the most important facts of all in class. . For example, some teachers may focus on lots of dates and facts in class, but they only write the important ones on the blackboard. Other teachers may not write anything down, but they may repeat them.

      Don't try to write down every word in class. . Some students really learn better with the help of these notes.

      . If your teacher speaks too fast and you can't follow what he is saying, you can ask him after class.

      Comparing your notes with your classmates' can be good for your learning. .

      Note-taking also needs organization. Keep notes for each subject in one place, so that you can find everything easily when a test comes.

A. It can also help you and your classmates correct some mistakes.

B. However, most students don't know how to take notes.

C. Don't be afraid to ask your teacher to repeat what you've missed.

D. It isn't interesting but you may find it very useful.

E. Or you might miss some important points.