She added that instead praising them for skills like an ability to do a jigsaw(拼图), or positively commenting on their inquisitive (好问的)nature was a healthier way to improve their self­confidence.

　　According to a survey, a quarter of all children are unhappy about their appearance, while more than 70 per cent of girls feel that there is too much of a focus on the attractiveness of famous women.

　　She added: “It's not like saying looks don't matter at all. If you're going for an interview, you will dress smartly and look the part, that is absolutely fine, but it's just the level to which this becomes the ultimate focus of everything.”

　　She added that when children see their parents complaining about their weight or asking their children's opinion on their appearance it teaches them that appearance is important.

　　1. What do you know about Jo Swinson?

　　A. She is single.

　　B. She is childless.

　　C. She is attractive.

　　D. She is overweight.

　　2. The underlined phrase “boasting about” means ______.

　　A. arguing excitedly about

　　B. worrying sadly about

　　C. talking proudly about

　　D. dealing carefully with

　　3. According to Ms Swinson, parents should praise their children for their ______.

　　A. good thinking ability

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