托福写作185题库之第179题范文

179. What makes a good parent?

What are some of the qualities of a good parent? Use specific details and examples to explain your

answer.

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『范文』

Being a parent is the oldest job in existence. Even in the time of the cavemen, it was important to be a good

parent. What it means to be a good parent has evolved greatly over the years. In today's society, however, I believe

that there are three important characteristics that indicate whether a person is a good parent or not.

The first of these traits is the capacity for love. Children must feel loved by their parents if they are going to

grow into well-developed, stable adults. Children who grow up in a house filled with love are relaxed and

peaceful, and do not cause trouble. These children demonstrate good social skills, and are usually well-liked by

others. In contrast, it has been shown that children who grow up in unloving families are anxious and

mean-spirited.

Trust is also very important for a child's development. If a parent is always prying into a child's privacy, the

child will think he/she is doing something wrong to deserve such mistrust. This leads to the child hiding things from

the parent, which therefore leads to dishonesty. Also, trust leads to independence. When children are trusted, they

feel more pressure to keep that trust, and therefore act honestly. They will make wise decisions, which will allow

them to grow into independent adults.

It is also of utmost importance for a parent to have a well-developed sense of responsibility. A parent must be

able to be present for the child twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. The parent must organize everything

for a child, especially one under the age of ten. This requires careful planning and multi-tasking. If a person is

ready to become a parent, they must be ready for all of these added responsibilities.

In conclusion, a good parent has a large capacity for love, is trusting, and must be very responsible. Without

these key attributes, the child will suffer and grow into a dysfunctional adult. One must take the job of parenting

very seriously to ensure the child's healthy development. By harnessing the above-mentioned qualities, parents will

ensure that their child will be the best they can be.