Some people believe that allowing children to make their own choices on everyday matters (such as food, clothes and entertainment) is likely to result in a society of individuals who only think about their own wishes. Other people believe that it is important for children to make decisions about matters that affect them. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

1.decide on mundane matters 

make up their own minds about mundane matters

make everyday decisions

2. give children the right to 

empower 

comply with 

3. selfish individuals 

selfish individualists

4. impact on

5. train their ability to make good decisions

hone(磨练) their decision-making skills

better decision makers

6. weigh their options 

7. negative consequences

8. indulge in

9. overweight

10. be laughed at by their peers

11. form/develop the habit of selfishness

selfish/self-centered 

12. on a daily basis

13. become accustomed to 

14. stay with them as they grow up

15. second-generation rich children

16. raise