Lead-in Family life in cities Poula interviewed two teenagers for a programme on family life.She asked them some questions.Here are their answers. Emily (aged 15) 5 No,they don't usually set rules for 1 Well,there are just three of us:my me,and since I'm a good daughter, they never punish me. mum,my dad and me. Emily's and Jerry's family life 2 Have I got many possesslons?Yes, 6 Well,I like our new flat.It's much I've got a lot of things:a big TV,a bigger than our last one.But I feel new computer and a mobile phone. lonely when my parents are away from home. 3 No,I'm not expected to do the housework. 4 We go out for dinner together sometimes,but my dad is often Family Family abroad on business,and my mum works too.We usually just do our own personal things. members activities Jerry (aged 14) 1 My mum,dad,grandma and my sister Rosie.Although it sometimes feels crowded in our little flat,we don't mind. 2 No,I haven't got many possessions.I have no interest in things like fashionable clothes.New fashions soon go out of date,don't they?That's what my grandma says. Possessions Rules Yes,I help with the housework.I wash the dishes and even iron my own shirts. My grandma says young people should learn to look after themselves. 4 Yes,we like doing things together.We eat meals together every day,and my family always come to school events. 5 Yes,I suppose they set some rules for me.For example,unless I finish all my Likes most homework,I can't watch TV,and I can't go out with my friends either. Housework about the family 6 I love all my family very much.We have a close relationship,and we always support each other. 351 Lead-in Emily’s and Jerry’s family life Family members Possessions Housework Family activities Rules Likes most about the family