Why do parents hover over their kids?
Get your students talking about parenting styles as they explore this topic by answering questions and participating in group discussions. The language in this poll is suitable for high-intermediate to advanced English learners. A comprehensive lesson on this topic is available in our Mini-Debates section and can be used before or after this poll if your students are interested.
Preview
1. Did you have strict parents?
- Yes, they were very strict.
- No, they weren't too strict.
- No, they were very lenient.
Keywords
Do you know these words?
- nurture
- authoritarian
- permissive
- discipline
- helicopter parent
- independent
Agree or Disagree?
2. Helicopter parents raise children that are more independent.
- Agree
- Disagree
3. Strict parents raise children who become lenient parents themselves.
- Agree
- Disagree
4. Parenting styles have a significant impact on a child's development.
- Agree
- Disagree
Elaborate
5. How do you feel about parents who use apps or other technology to track their kids' whereabouts?
- I think it's wrong and an invasion of privacy.
- I think it's necessary in today's society.
- I think it's useful, but should be approved by the child.
- I think it's sad that parents don't trust their kids these days.
6. Which parenting style do you think is least effective?
- Strict
- Permissive
- Helicopter
- Uninvolved
7. What qualities do you think are the most important for being a good parent?
- Supportive
- Strict
- Understanding
- Lenient
- Friendly
- Fun
- Patient
- Affectionate