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Peer pressure can be particularly prevalent among teenagers, who are at a vulnerable stage of development and seeking their identity. It is a powerful force that can significantly impact the thoughts, actions, and behaviors of teenagers. During adolescence, individuals strive for acceptance and belonging, making them particularly susceptible to the influence of their peers. Understanding the nature of peer pressure and its effects is essential for supporting teenagers in navigating this challenging aspect of their social lives.

One aspect of peer pressure is the pressure to conform to the norms and expectations of a social group. Teenagers may feel compelled to adopt certain behaviors, preferences, or attitudes to fit in and avoid social rejection. This conformity can range from relatively harmless choices, such as fashion trends, to more concerning behaviors, such as substance abuse or risky activities.

Peer pressure can manifest in both explicit and implicit ways. Direct peer pressure involves explicit requests, invitations, or demands from peers to engage in specific actions or behaviors. Indirect or implicit peer pressure, on the other hand, is more subtle and involves observing others' behaviors and feeling pressured to conform without any explicit requests. This type of pressure can be equally influential and difficult for teenagers to navigate.

It is important to note that peer pressure can have positive or negative implications. Positive peer pressure can motivate teenagers to engage in healthy behaviors, such as participating in sports, pursuing academic goals, or engaging in community service. However, it can lead to risky or harmful behaviors, such as substance abuse, delinquency, or academic underachievement.

Parents, educators, and mentors play a crucial role in helping teenagers navigate peer pressure. By fostering open and supportive relationships, adults can provide a safe space for teenagers to discuss their experiences and concerns. Promoting critical thinking, assertiveness skills, and self-confidence can empower teenagers to resist negative peer pressure and make independent, healthy choices.

(Adapted from "Peer Pressure: Its Influence on Teens and Decision Making")

Question 23. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a strategy to help teenagers resist negative peer pressure?

        A. Building self-confidence        B. Encouraging critical thinking

        C. Forcing teenagers to follow rules        D. Fostering open relationships

Question 24. The word "susceptible" in paragraph 1 is OPPOSITE in meaning to_______

        A. resistant        B. sensitive        C. vulnerable        D. aware

Question 25. The word their in paragraph 5 refers to________

        A. teenagers                B. parents and educators        

        C. social groups                D. peer pressure

Question 26. The word manifest in paragraph 3 could best be replaced by_______

        A. disappear        B. show        C. hide        D. decrease

Question 27. Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 2?

A. Teenagers are pressured by their peers to reject certain behaviors and preferences.

B. Teenagers might choose behaviors and attitudes that help them avoid being excluded from a group.

C. Teenagers feel comfortable adopting their own personal preferences without pressure from peers.

D. Teenagers feel free to ignore social expectations in favor of their personal interests.

Question 28. Which of the following is TRUE about implicit peer pressure according to the passage?

A. It is more powerful than explicit peer pressure.

B. It is not as common as explicit peer pressure.

C. It involves observing others and feeling compelled to conform.

D. It always leads to negative outcomes.

Question 29. In which paragraph does the author highlight the dual nature of peer pressure (positive and negative effects)?

        A. Paragraph 1        B. Paragraph 2        C. Paragraph 4        D. Paragraph 5

Question 30. In which paragraph does the writer discuss the role of adults in addressing peer pressure?

        A. Paragraph 2        B. Paragraph 3        C. Paragraph 4        D. Paragraph 5

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