How often do you change your hairstyle or ask for new clothes? Do you care much about fashion?
A recent survey among high school students in China, Japan, South Korea and the US found that Asian teenagers cared more about their appearance (外表) than teenagers in the US.
The survey was made in 156 high schools in the four countries. South Koreans cared most about their appearance. They were followed by the Chinese and Japanese, while US students showed the least interest in fashion.
“The different results show the differences of cultural backgrounds (文化背景),”said Sun Yunxiao from the China Youth and Children Research Centre.
He explained that in the US there are many different standards (标准) of beauty, so teens are more likely to be confident about their appearance. About 85% of American teens are happy with themselves. Besides, most US students agree that people should follow their own interests rather than those of others.
“According to the survey, Chinese students are happy and disciplined (有纪律的). They have a strong desire to make a difference. But Chinese students depend on their parents too much, so they need to be more independent. Besides, they should learn how to relax,” said Sun.
Which country isn’t mentioned?
A.China. | B.Japan. |
C.England. | D.America. |
Most _______ think people should follow their own interests rather than those of others.
A.Chinese students | B.American students |
C.Japanese students | D.Koreans |
Which of the following is NOT true about Chinese students according to the survey?
A.They are happy and disciplined. |
B.They should learn to relax. |
C.They ask their parents for too much. |
D.They show the least interest in fashion. |
What can we learn from the passage?
A.The survey came from four countries. |
B.Japanese students cared most about their appearance. |
C.American students weren’t interested in fashion at all. |
D.Cultural backgrounds didn’t influence students’ views about fashion. |