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Do you find it easy to make decisions?
Not really. I often feel nervous when I have to choose between two similar options, especially when both sides have obvious advantages. I also tend to overthink the possible results.
What kind of decisions do teenagers usually have to make?
Mostly decisions about study, such as which subject to focus on. They also need to decide how to arrange their spare time and how to get along with their classmates.
Do you prefer making decisions alone or asking other people for advice?
I prefer to combine both. I usually think about it on my own first, and then ask others for suggestions so that I do not miss anything important.
Who do you usually ask or seek advice from?
I usually ask my parents and my closest friends. My parents have more life experience, while my friends understand my real thoughts and hobbies better.
Do your friends often ask for advice from you?
Yes, quite often. They usually come to me when they have trouble with study or small conflicts with their classmates.
What kinds of advice are you good at giving?
I am good at giving advice about study plans. I can work out reasonable schedules according to different people's learning habits.
Is advice from friends always useful?
No, not always. Friends are the same age as me, so they may lack life experience. Sometimes their ideas are too ideal and not very practical.
Do you think online advice is reliable?
Not really. Some online suggestions are shared by professionals, but many others are just personal opinions. People can also be very biased online, so we need to be careful.
Describe a building you like.
I would like to talk about a famous skyscraper located in the central business district of my city. I often pass by it when I go shopping with my friends on weekends.
It is a super tall modern building with a glass exterior. Its shape is sleek and simple, and the whole building reflects the sky and the surrounding scenery. The building is made of glass and steel, so it looks very modern and elegant.
It is also a multi-purpose building. On the lower floors, there is a huge shopping mall full of restaurants and brand stores. Above that, there are office areas for different companies, and there are also residential units where people live. There is even a viewing platform on the top floor that is open to tourists.
I like this building because it is functional, clean, safe and well maintained. People can shop, dine, work and live there, and tourists can enjoy the whole city's view from the top. Overall, it is one of my favorite buildings in the city.
Describe a building you dislike.
I would like to talk about a famous skyscraper located in the central business district of my city. I often pass by it when I go shopping with my friends on weekends.
It is a super tall modern building with a glass exterior. Its shape is sleek and simple, and the building reflects the sky and the surrounding scenery. There are many floors in total. The lower floors are shopping malls full of restaurants and brand stores, while the upper floors are office areas for different companies.
However, I really dislike this building for several reasons. Firstly, its huge glass walls cause serious light pollution, and the bright reflection disturbs nearby residents every day. Secondly, it takes up too much public space and blocks sunlight from the small parks around it.
Besides, there are always terrible traffic jams around the building because too many people drive there to shop or work. What is more, this cold high-rise building lacks a warm cultural feeling and looks not organic at all. Every time I walk past it, I feel crowded and uncomfortable.
Describe an important decision you made with the help of others.
I would like to talk about the decision of choosing between biology and chemistry about two years ago. At that time, I had to pick one of them as my key subject.
I was totally confused because I was not good at either of them. Both subjects felt difficult, and I was afraid that I would get low scores no matter which one I chose. So I turned to my math teacher and my parents for help.
My teacher looked at my test papers and said that I was probably a little better at chemistry. Also, my chemistry teacher was a friendly foreign teacher who explained knowledge clearly and patiently. My parents told me that a good teacher could make studying much easier, so they suggested that I choose chemistry and encouraged me not to give up easily.
After listening to their opinions, I finally chose chemistry. Now I feel quite satisfied with this choice because their advice helped me make a more reasonable decision.
Why do young people often need help when making decisions?
Young people often need help because they lack life experience. They may not be able to judge the long-term influence of a choice clearly. Also, they often see things only from their own perspective, so they need others to offer different views. Young people can be passionate, but they can also be impulsive.
Should parents make important decisions for teenagers?
I do not think parents should make every important decision for teenagers. Parents can give suggestions, but the final choice should belong to teenagers. If parents control every decision, young people will never learn to take responsibility for their own lives. It is better for parents to let children practise making small decisions when they are young.
Is it better to make decisions quickly or slowly?
It depends on the kind of decision. For daily things, such as what to have for lunch or dinner, faster decisions can save time. But for life-changing choices, such as majors or jobs, people should take plenty of time to consider the pros and cons carefully. It is also better not to make big decisions when we are too excited or too upset.
What decisions are difficult for adults?
Adults often struggle with decisions related to work, family and money. For example, they may need to choose between a high-paying job far from home and staying close to their family. These decisions are difficult because they can be complicated and personal, and they may also affect other people in their lives.
Can schools teach students how to make better decisions?
Yes, they can. Teachers can hold group discussions about real-life choices. Through sharing different ideas, students can learn to weigh advantages and disadvantages before making a decision. This can help them think more carefully instead of following others blindly.
Do people rely too much on online advice today?
Yes, I think this is a common problem. Many people search online for every small problem instead of thinking independently. Blindly following online opinions may lead to unsuitable choices because those suggestions cannot fit everyone's situation. Also, with AI and online information, it can be hard to check whether the advice is accurate or whether the person giving advice is qualified.
Describe a rule at school that you think is important.
I would like to talk about the school rule that students cannot be late for any classes. This strict rule has existed in my high school for many years.
Every morning, all students must arrive in the classroom before the morning bell rings. Anyone who arrives late will have their name recorded by the teacher on duty and will be required to write a short reflection to explain the reason for being late.
I truly believe this rule is extremely important. First of all, arriving on time is basic respect for teachers and classmates. If a student rushes into the classroom halfway through a lesson, it will break the learning atmosphere and distract everyone's attention.
Moreover, sticking to this rule trains us to develop a strong sense of punctuality, which is a valuable life habit for further study and future careers. Thanks to this clear school regulation, I have formed the good habit of leaving home ahead of time every day.
Describe a rule at school that you do not like.
I would like to talk about the rule that students are not allowed to bring mobile phones into the classroom. This rule was carried out in my high school many years ago.
Every day before entering the teaching building, we had to hand our phones to our class teachers and could only get them back after school. If anyone secretly took a phone to class, they would get a warning, and their parents would be contacted.
Although teachers made this rule to stop us from getting distracted during study, most of my classmates hated it a lot. For one thing, sometimes we needed to contact our parents after school or look up learning materials quickly with our cellphones, so the rule brought plenty of inconvenience.
Besides, many students thought they could control themselves and use phones properly during breaks instead of playing games in class. Even though I understand the school's purpose, I still feel this rule is too strict. It would be better if students could keep their phones but turn them off during lessons.
Why do schools need rules?
Schools need rules to keep order. Without clear rules, classrooms and playgrounds would be chaotic all day. For example, if there were no rules in the playground, everyone might run around and someone could get hurt. If there were no classroom rules, it would be hard for teachers and students to concentrate because of noise.
Should students help make school rules?
Yes, I think students should have an input. Students know their daily troubles better than teachers, so if schools listen to students' ideas, the rules will be more reasonable and easier for everyone to follow. Teachers may also have blind spots, so students' opinions can make the rules better.
Are rules more important for children or adults?
I think rules are more important for children. Young kids cannot tell right from wrong clearly, so strict rules can guide their behavior and help them develop self-discipline. Adults usually have better self-control, so they can often restrict themselves without too many compulsory rules.