Can you cook by yourself？Do you like the homework of making a meal？These days，primary and middle school students are required to take the Practical Activity Class（實踐活動課）at least one class hour every week.The topic of cooking was discussed mostly by parents and students.Learning practical skills plays an important role in shaping a person's character for sure.
   Some schools and students have already practiced their practical activities.Gu Quan，13 years old，from No.18 Middle School，used to be a lazy boy.In his own words，he hardly ever did any housework.But things have changed since No.18 Middle School made housework part of its students' homework.Doing the dishes，cooking and making the bed...All of these tasks have become part of Gu Quan's daily life.
   At the beginning of each month，every student gets a list of housework to do every weekend.Their parents help them keep a record of their performance.The tasks are common and simple in daily life，such as sweeping the floor，washing cups and cooking food.On holidays like Mother's Day，students should prepare presents for their mothers.Huang Yixi，14，has learned several life kills，including cooking. "I used to be afraid of fire." she said.But she managed to overcome ear and complete her cooking tasks.At the same time，she also learned how tired her mother gets after doing housework every day.On Mother's Day，she made a cake for her mother to show her thanks. "I've begun to better understand my parents and want to help them more." she said.

（1）Who is required to take the Practical Activity Class？

Primary and middle school students.

Primary and middle school students.

（2）How old is Gu Quan？

13 years old.

13 years old.

（3）Do the students' parents help them keep a record of their performance？

Yes，they do.

Yes，they do.

（4）What did Huang Yixi use to be afraid of？

Fire.

Fire.

（5）What do you think of the Practical Activity Class？

Good./Wonderful./Useful....

Good./Wonderful./Useful....