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________________________________八、短文填空APressure is a serious problem in today’s world. Most students in our class are 1 too much pressure. Some students can’t get on 2 with their classmates, while others may 3 about their exams. Doctors say too much pressure isn’t good for a child’s 4 . Kids should have time to 5 and think for themselves, too.I’m always under pressure, too. My parents wanted me to 6 the top student in class. I had to study all day, even send me to all 7 of classes on weekends.I had a 8 with my parents and told them I had done my best. Finally they 9 me. In this way, I feel less stressed out so 10 I can concentrate more on my studies. Less pressure makes better life.1. ____________ 2. ____________ 3. ____________ 4. ____________ 5. _____________ 6. ____________ 7. ____________ 8. ____________ 9. ____________ 10. _____________BSome people think only school children do not agree with their parents. However, it is not true. Communication is a problem for parents and children of all ages. If it’s 1 for you to municate with your parents, don’t worry about it. Here is some 2 for you to bridge the generation gap(消除代溝).Don’t argue with your parents. Don’t get to your parents when you are angry. Your parents probably won’t consider your ideas if you are shouting at them. And you can’t express yourself well if you are 3 . Go someplace to cool off. Make sure you understand why you are unhappy. Then think about 4 you want to say to your parents. If you don’t think you can speak to them at the moment, try 5 a letter.Try to reach a promise(和解). Perhaps you and your parents disagree on something. You can keep your disagreement and try your 6 to accept each other. Michael’s mother didn’t agree with him about buying a motorcycle. They argued over it. But they finally came to a promise. Michael 7 the motorcycle, but only drove it on certain days.Of course, your parents might 8 to promise on something. In these situations, it is especially important to show love and respect(尊敬) to them. Showing respect will keep your relationship strong. Talk about your values(價(jià)值). The values of your parents are probably 9 from those of your own. Tell your parents what you care about, and why. Understanding your values might help them see your purposes in life.A good relationship with your parents can 10 you a better and happier person. It is worth having a try!1. ____________ 2. ____________ 3. ____________ 4. ____________ 5. _____________ 6. ____________ 7. ____________ 8. ____________ 9. ____________ 10. _____________5