Отцы и дети на английском сочинение
Обновлено: 01.07.2024
Do you know what a generation gap is? Even if you don't know the particular definition, you are aware of this problem, basing on your own experience. Generation gap is a popular term used to describe serious differences between people of two generations.
To realize how to deal with it, you should keep in mind that generation gap includes several aspects: children must know as much as possible about their parents and parents — about the world outlook of their children, about relations between brothers and sisters, and also about the attitude to them of close relatives on both sides — father's and mother's.
Children demand a great deal of attention, time and patience, so, if you are not ready to devote all that to your baby, it is better not to hurry There are many families where both parents keep working after giving birth to their baby It is similar to the situation with a single-parent family, when a father or a mother hardly have enough time and neglect their children's upbringing. In such cases most of the time the child has to spend on his own or with his friends. Due to the fact that he has not got any guidance from his parents he may be involved in some bad companies which commit violence or even crime and become alcohol or drug addicted. When the parents discover that, it's usually too late to change anything.
On the other hand, there is a different situation when the parents treat their children too strict and don't give them any freedom at all. In this case the children may become pariahs among their peers. Constant bans may increase the risk that the child will grow up insolent and defiant. This causes another big problem — lying. The child is forced to lie to the parents because of the fear to be punished. It can be anything from putting on make-up in the girls' room at school to stealing.
Some children rebel against discipline and family values. They listen to a loud music, wear inappropriate, to their parents' mind, clothes, dye their hair in inconceivable colours, have all their bodies pierced and tattooed trying to show their independence and establish their identity. They want to be treated as adults, but they are not ready to take all the necessary responsibilities. It doesn't mean that your child is bad and he will become a criminal. Of course, not! It only means that your child is in his transitional age and he is in need of your understanding and support.
But how to handle such behaviour? Parents should become his close friends. First of all they should learn to respect his interests. Try to speak with him as often as possible, offer some parent-child activities like shopping or going in for sports. It is worth involving the child in discussing some family questions, just to show that he is a full member of the family. Moreover, children in their teens are very vulnerable when they are criticized in public, so try to avoid it. Parents should always be honest and sincere with their child; otherwise it would be unfair to require the same from him.
Too authoritarian parents can't do any good to their children as well as parents who overindulge all the child's caprices. Overindulgence may lead to the same results as negligence. There are parents who are afraid of hurting the child by banning something when it is necessary. Such parents risk becoming powerless in the family and losing control over their children who may become spoiled and capricious.
It demands to make a great effort from both parents and children to reach mutual understanding. There are many different opinions on the question of treating children if they disobey their parents, but every parent should decide for himself what will be best for his child and set him on the right path.
Конфликт поколений
1. Give your explanation of the notion "generation gap".
2. How do you think, which is the tensest period in the relationships between parents and their children?
3. What type of behaviour is usual for adolescents?
4. Have you noticed any changes in your own behaviour during the last years?
5. How would you characterize your relations with your parents?
6. Do you like to spend time with your family?
7. What is, in your opinion, the basis of healthy and peaceful relationship between parents and children?
8. Are you a spoiled child?
9. Do you approve of the way your parents brought you up?
10. What would you like to change in the way your parents brought you up?
There is no doubt that the problem of parents and children is one of the most pressing issues in the modern world. Some people think that it is impossible to overcome differences between members of different generations, while others insist that people of different generations can meet each other halfway and even become bosom friends.
It is not uncommon that some parents often disapprove of their children's musical preferences, clothing styles, political views and choice of friends. In my opinion, misunderstandings between parents and children cause many problems and may lead to serious conflicts. One simple solution that can be put forward is frank and open deep conversation. Hence, parents should understand that every child is an individual and that to err is human. Besides, some parents put much pressure on their children to perform well at school. In my view, parents should make children aware of the importance of study in their life, but they should not punish them for bad grades. I am convinced that the main task of every parent is to teach children the difference between right and wrong and to establish trust relationship with them. So, parents must express deep concern, be careful, sincere, loving and heedful of advice. They must also go with the times in order to understand their adolescents better and not be too exacting and adamant.
It should be also noted that nowadays the factors of generation differences are disappearing. Lots of parents listen to the same music, wear the same clothes and spend as much time on social networking as their children do.
On the other hand, there are people who insist that the problem of generation gap cannot be solved. According to their opinion, teenagers today are rude, cruel, lazy and ill-mannered. Most of them are addicted to gambling, computer, alcohol or drugs. Moreover, experts say that the cases of juvenile delinquency have been on the rise over the past years. In my judgment, one of the reasons for this problem is lack of moral values or attention. Moreover, the contributing factors of juvenile delinquency include poverty, parental divorce, domestic violence and corporal punishment. However, it becomes evident that all of them refer to the family conflicts. In my judgment it is precisely the family environment that constitutes a root problem. Experts say that most delinquents come from problem families. Their parents are often violent, cruel or abuse alcohol and drugs. In turn, their children show rebellious behavior and stop obeying them.
All in all, I think that all parents should better try to protect their adolescents from bad influences and give a helping hand rather than lecture them or decrease their self-esteem. I still strongly believe that people can bridge the generation gap by means of communication and mutual understanding.
Конфликт поколений (2)
Relationships between generations are very strange and often difficult. From one side children have to listen to their moms and dads, follow their advice and respect them. From the other side parents have to understand that their kids have grown up already and they have right to do their mistakes. They have to consider kids’ opinions, desires and plans. Even if you are a good doctor your child can become a programmer or singer. And it’s normal.
Sometimes we don’t talk enough. That’s why we can argue everyday. Parents don’t hear children and children don’t listen to the parents. That’s why some families look so happy or unhappy.
It’s a huge job to be a parent. It doesn’t matter you are mom or dad, you have responsibilities for your baby. Boys and girls can be annoying, naughty and angry. But they are our family and we have to take care about them.
It’s also not easy to be a child today. Sometimes parents expect too much from us. Sometimes our classmates and teachers are unfair to us. Some days can be like a nightmare. But we have to resist the pressure and trust to our parents. They can always help us and support even if we don’t ask about it.
I am lucky because my parents are cool. I know many of my friends are jealous. But even we can argue and very often I don’t understand them. But as soon as we feel something is wrong, we start to talk and share our feelings. But still every evening when I come back home I know that here I can cry and laugh and no one will betray me. We respect each other and support in any situation.
I hope one day I will also become a good parent. And I will take care about my family same way like my mom and dad take care about me.
Родители и дети
Отношения между поколениями очень странные и часто довольно сложные. С одной стороны, дети должны слушать своих маму и папу, следовать их советам и уважать их. С другой стороны, родители должны понимать, что их детки уже выросли и имеют право совершать собственные ошибки. Они должны учитывать мнение своих детей, их желания и планы. Даже, если вы отличный доктор, ваш ребёнок может выбрать что-то другое и стать программистом или певцом. И это абсолютно нормально.
Порой мы мало общаемся. И тогда начинаются ежедневные скандалы. Родители совершенно не слушают своих детей, а дети не слышат своих родителей. Поэтому некоторые семьи кажутся нам счастливыми или несчастными.
Быть родителем- тяжкий труд. Не важно, являетесь вы мамой или отцом, на вас лежит огромная ответственность за вашего ребёнка. Мальчики девочки могут быть порой раздражительными, вредными и непослушными. Но они ведь ваша семья и вы должны заботиться о них.
Точно также не просто быть ребёнком сегодня. Часто родители ожидают от нас слишком многого. Порой наши одноклассники и учителя могут быть несправедливыми по отношению к нам. А некоторые дни даже похожи на ночной кошмар. Но мы должны выдержать это напряжение и довериться нашим родным. Они всегда помогут и поддержат даже, когда мы молчим.
Мне повезло, ведь у меня крутые родители. Я даже знаю, что многие друзья мне завидуют. Но даже мы порой ругаемся и не понимаем друг друга. Но как только что-то становится не так, мы начинаем вести диалог и делимся своими чувствами. Но все же каждый вечер я возвращаюсь домой и знаю, что тут я могу плакать или смеяться и никто меня здесь не предаст. Мы уважаем друг друга и поддерживаем в любой ситуации.
Надеюсь однажды я тоже стану отличным родителем своим детям. Я буду заботиться о своей семье также, как мама и папа заботятся обо мне.
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Chapter 1
“Well, Pyotr, still not in sight?” was the question asked on 20th May, 1859, by a gentleman of about forty, wearing a dusty overcoat and checked trousers, who came out hatless into the low porch of the posting station at X.
He was speaking to his servant, a chubby young fellow with whitish down growing on his chin and with dim little eyes.
– Что, Петр, не видать еще? – спрашивал 20 мая 1859 года, выходя без шапки на низкое крылечко постоялого двора на *** шоссе, барин лет сорока с небольшим, в запыленном пальто и клетчатых панталонах, у своего слуги, молодого и щекастого малого с беловатым пухом на подбородке и маленькими тусклыми глазенками.
The servant, in whom everything — the turquoise ring in his ear, the hair plastered down with grease and the polite flexibility of his movements — indicated a man of the new improved generation, glanced condescendingly along the road and answered,
Слуга, в котором все: и бирюзовая сережка в ухе, и напомаженные разноцветные волосы, и учтивые телодвижения, словом, все изобличало человека новейшего, усовершенствованного поколения, посмотрел снисходительно вдоль дороги и ответствовал:
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