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Puberty (青春期) is the stage of life when young people leave childhood and head into adulthood. It is a difficult process (过程) for teenagers because It has an effect on both their minds and bodies. They need to understand what is going on with their bodies, how to deal with those changes and how to start taking responsibility (责任) for themselves.

A young person may begin puberty at 8, while another may not start puberty (A) ____ 14 or 15. In general, girls start puberty two years before boys do. For both girls and boys, it is usually complete by the age of 18. During these years, the body develops in many ways. Feeling will also change quickly.

Teenage boys at this stage often begin to take unnecessary risks. Their focus is on having fun and being accepted by others. (C) They need to think before they act and make good decisions for themselves.

A girl’s personality often does not develop in the same way (B) ____ a boy’s. Teenage girls sometimes lose confidence in themselves. They are no longer certain about their own feelings. Yet they are usually afraid to tell their parents or teachers about their problems. For this reason, teenage girls should be encouraged to talk about things with trusted adults.

Parents, schools and communities can do a lot to care for and help young people. It is everyone's responsibility to make sure that young people grow into healthy adults.

1.在文中(A)和(B)的空白处填入适当的单词：______; ______

2.用英语列举处于青春期的女孩特征变化的两个方面。

①___________________________________________________________________

②___________________________________________________________________

3.从文中找出 (C) 处划线单词they所抱代的内容。______

4.从文中找出sure和discuss的同义词（或词组）。______; ______

5.从文中找出青春期对青少年影响的两个方面的名词: ______; ______

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