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(2023原创预测题)
For many of us,the pandemic(流行病) revealed who our closest friends are.For children,the situation was even more dramatic.Many missed their social circle—especially their best friends.
These friends aren’t just people we enjoy hanging out with;they are the ones we trust completely.As children,we tend to treat them as members of our extended family,to the point where their homes may feel as familiar as our own.As adults,we know we can call them at a moment’s notice to share the highs and lows of our daily lives.
Children often have a pragmatic(务实的) view of friendship,forming close bonds with peers in the playground or classroom,says Eileen Kennedy-Moore.“It is a‘love the one you’re with’ approach.” Psychologists say best friendships can help children prepare for close relationships,including romantic ones,as they grow up.“Best friendship is really like falling in love,” says Kennedy-Moore.“Close friendships in childhood help kids practice the skills they need in close relationships throughout their lives.They learn about other people,and about themselves,to deal with feelings like loneliness,jealousy and frustration.”
If children don’t talk about friends at home,it doesn’t mean they don’t have any,she says,adding that this may be because they prefer a quieter style of interacting with others.Parents can support their children in forming friendships by organizing fun meet-ups outside of school.“Kids usually make friends by doing fun things together,so you may want to think about your children’s interests and seek out activities that fit their personality and could be done with other children,” says Kennedy-Moore.
Whether it’s a playground friend or a close cousin,having a friend and ally in life can clearly make a huge difference.For some,that bond starts in childhood.For others,it may take more time.But it’s worth insisting on—because it’s never too late to find a best friend.
1.What do we know about children and their best friends?
A.They like to hang out together.
B.They are much like family members.
C.They do the same thing in their daily life.
D.They tend to share everything with each other.
2.What kind of people do children often make friends with?
A.Members of their families.
B.Classmates or relatives.
C.People of similar age around them.
D.Members of the opposite sex.
3.In which aspect do children benefit from close friendships in childhood?
A.Treating mental illness.
B.Learning to fall in love.
C.Developing social skills.
D.Handling emotional problems.
4.What’s the text mainly about?
A.How childhood friendships form.
B.How to help children choose friends.
C.Methods to develop close relationships.
D.The significance of friendships to people.
