at home. Now, our daughter is soon to be 3 years old, and has an amazing personality. It's not for everyone but it is very rewarding in the long term.

Sassy(Canada)

　　Taking care of children is a temporary job, and children will grow up and leave. The longer women are out of the workplace, the harder it is to enter it. Women need to realize and accept that you do not want to be dependent on anyone for basic food, clothes and shelter. It has been hard to work and take care of my kids but I make it work.

Cynthia (US)

　　Some days I think we shouldn't give up on our careers. And some days I'm jealous of the moms who get to stay home or at least work part time. I'm the only one that supports the family, so there will never be an option for me. I have the career and title I've always wanted but now I can't help but think it's at the expense of precious time with my family.

Celina (US)

Being a stay-at-home mom isn't always easy, but it is worth it! Being there with my children means they are getting the exact love and care I want them to have. We do not have a lot of money, but we've sacrificed to make it possible.

21. What can we learn about Catherine?

　　A. She stayed at home because she was tired about her job.

　　B. Her daughter was very naughty.

　　C. Her husband agreed with her staying at home.

　　D. She accustomed herself to staying at home easily.

22. How many working moms in this passage?

　　A. 1 B. 2 C. 3 D. 4

23. Which one is NOT true?

　　A. Celina feels dissatisfied with the life now.

　　B. Cynthia has no other choice but to get a job.

　　C. Sassy is determined to be an independent woman.

　　D. Catherine thinks that being a stay-at-home mom is worthwhile.

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