Boy Runs Away From Homework
Talking Points
- Do you think that kids nowadays have too much pressure to perform well in school?
- Was this boy’s mother too harsh in giving punishment?
- In your country, would it be safe for a child to travel alone on a train?
- What would you do if your son/daughter ran away from home?
- Describe a situation that was difficult for you to cope with. How did you handle it?
- Tell about a time when you were lost. What did you do in that situation?
- If you were lost in an unfamiliar city, how would you find your way home?
Role Play
- You are in an unfamiliar city and want to find the post office. Ask your partner for directions.
- Your child is lost at a large train station or public place. Ask your partner to help you find him/her.
- You are having difficulty with mathematics. Ask a friend to help you with your homework.
- Your mother gives you too much pressure to get good grades. Talk to a friend about the problem.
- Imagine yourself in a difficult situation. Discuss with a partner your plans to escape.
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