Mindset IE1 - U1 : Reading - Blood Is Thicker Than Water

Children who live with extended family receive less attention than those who live with nuclear families.

• True

• False

• Not Given

Grandparents are more patient with children than parents

• True

• False

• Not Given

What is one reason why children who live with their extended family receive lots of love and attention?

• Extended families do not need to work

• Children need less attention than adults

• Grandparents often have more time for them

Why are grandparents often less busy and stressed compared to parents?

• They have more responsibilities than parents

• They travel frequently with children

• They are usually retired

Why might children become more caring by spending time with their grandparents?

• They understand the needs of older people.

• Grandparents make them go to bed early.

• They receive more gifts from grandparents.

According to the text, what can young people do if their grandparents live far away?

• Keep in close contact through phone, email, letters, and visits.

• Rely solely on friends for emotional support.

• Ignore them because distance makes them less important.

What does the Italian proverb suggest about grandparents?

• Grandparents are never a reliable source of help.

• Grandparents can be called upon in times of trouble.

• Grandparents always know the right thing to say.

Why does the text emphasize appreciating grandparents?

• Their opinions are always right.

• They will replace your friends eventually.

• They might not be around forever.

Grandparents can play a significant role in the lives of children. They often have more ​ (a)   than parents and can provide children with valuable attention and support. Living with extended family can offer numerous ​ (b)   . Grandparents can share their wisdom and life experiences, helping children understand the ​ (c)   of older people. Maintaining close relationships with grandparents, even if they live far away, can provide emotional ​ (d)   and a sense of belonging.

• time
• advantages
• needs
• support
• problems
• influence

What is one emotional drawback of living alone as a young adult?