Helicopter Parenting: Protection or Pressure? At home: Many parents step in because they want to keep their children safe. In some families, however, care turns into constant (7) __________ of every private choice. Teenagers may be told what to wear, who to meet, and how to spend every hour. In daily life: Some parents simply ask about school; (8) __________ go much further and follow nearly every private choice. An excessive (9) __________ of parental control may seem caring at first, but it can slowly reduce a child’s independence. • Mistakes are hidden rather than discussed. • Young people may fail to express (10) __________ about excessive parental control. • Tension often grows (11) __________ Sunday evening, when school worries return. In the long term: Children raised this way may become more (12) __________ and less ready to act without approval. Question 7: A. scrutiny B. inspection C. supervision D. surveillance Question 8: A. all others B. each other C. the others D. others Question 9: A. sum B. number C. level D. rate Question 10: A. apprehension B. trepidation C. foreboding D. qualms Question 11: A. in B. at C. by D. on Question 12: A. withdrawn B. indecisive C. reluctant D. reserved | 