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Unit 5 Good Manners
单元话题（礼仪与习俗）阅读回答问题进阶练18篇
说明：此专题分三个难度层次，基础入门训练<进阶拓展训练< 能力综合实践，老师根据学生实际情况进行针对性难度训练。
基础入门训练6篇
阅读下文并回答问题。
Chinese eating rules have a long history and there are many important eating manners in China. Among them, there are some key ones to follow.
First, it’s not polite to start eating before everyone sits down. You also should let the elders eat first to show your respect.
Second, you should use chopsticks (筷子) rightly. Don’t point at others or knock the plates and bowls with them. If you want to serve (服务) food to others, it’s better to use serving chopsticks.
Third, when eating, don’t make too much noise. It’s better to chew (咀嚼) with your mouth closed to show good manners. And don’t speak when you’re mouth is full of food.
Fourth, don’t reach (到达) across the table for food. You should wait for the turntable (转盘) to bring it to you.
1．When is it not polite to start eating in China
2．Who should start eating first
3．What shouldn’t you do with chopsticks
4．How should you chew when eating
5．How many rules does the writer give about eating manners in China
The Spring Festival is coming. It’s on February 5th this year. It’s the time to give gifts to your family and friends. But there are some taboos (禁忌) on gift giving. What are those in China
Chinese people don’t always give a clock to someone. A clock sounds like “zhong” in Chinese. So giving someone a clock is like saying “your time is up”. People will think it’s not lucky, especially for old people.
Buying pears and shoes is also not a good gift. Pears sound like “li” and shoes sound like “xie” in Chinese. They are not good gifts for friends or parents, because they mean something bad in Chinese.
What is a good gift then Money can be the answer! A “red envelope” (红包) with money is the best gift in China. People give red envelopes to show their love. People have “lucky” number of money in the red envelopes. The number six and eight are always the lucky numbers in China. So we must avoid giving the wrong gifts for others.
1．When are there any rules in China
2．What gift can’t we give the old people
3．How many bad gifts are there in the passage
4．Do you think a red envelope with money a good gift Why or why not Write 20 words or more.
You may have already forgotten the days when you had to learn how to use chopsticks. Every Chinese kid has to learn to use them for some time. But chopsticks are not just simple tools to pick up food. They come with their own special rules and traditions.
Playing with chopsticks is seen as bad manners, just as playing with forks and knives in a Western country would be rude.
There are also some superstitions (迷信) related to chopsticks. For example, some people believe that chopsticks should not be left standing upright in a bowl. It looks like the incense (香) that Chinese people use to honour the dead. Doing it at the dinner table is believed to bring bad luck.
You should not tap chopsticks on the edge of the bowl either, as beggars do this to ask for food. Parents might get angry if children do this as they don’t want their children to be as poor as beggars in the future.
Apart from (除了) being tableware (餐具), chopsticks can also be a great gift. In Chinese, “chopsticks” are known as “kuaizi”, which means having babies soon. Newlyweds (新婚夫妇) sometimes receive chopsticks as a wedding gift. Skilled craftsmen (手艺人) paint beautiful images on chopsticks to make them look like a fine artwork.
1．What shouldn’t people do with chopsticks Fill in the blank with a sentence.
2．What might people think if you play with your chopsticks
3．Why shouldn’t you tap your chopsticks on the edge of your bowl
4．Are chopsticks just a kind of tableware
5．Who may probably like receiving chopsticks
6．What is the passage mainly about
阅读短文简略回答问题
When two people meet, there are a lot of ways of greeting. The ways of greeting are not always the same in different countries.
In America, two people usually greet each other with a handshake. It is a way to show respect (尊重) to the other person. Athletes (运动员) from opposite teams shake hands before a game for the same reason. However, most Americans don’t shake hands when they meet people they already know well. When American friends meet each other, they might only wave (挥手), or maybe just nod (点头) their heads.
Kissing is sometimes used as a way to greet someone. In France, when people meet, they kiss each other on the face.
In Japan, people bow to each other every time they meet. Even family members bow to each other. How low to bow depends on how respected the other person is.
Today, new ways of greeting are created all the time. People can do this with a quick “hi”, a handshake, or even a simple smile. The important thing is that the people they are greeting understand them.
1．What does the passage mainly talk about
2．Why do athletes from opposite teams shake hands before a game in America
3．Do all American friends greet each other with a handshake when they meet each other
4．Where do French men kiss each other when they meet
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5．How low does one Japanese bow to the other person
阅读短文，根据要求完成下面各小题。
Many books have been written about the art of giving. But what about the art of receiving Sometimes receiving a gift can be difficult, especially when someone buys you a gift you don’t want.
“I remember when I was about twelve years old, my parents bought me a purple wallet,” laughs Mary. “It really made me feel embarrassed (尴尬), because to be honest, I thought the wallet was really ugly! Still, I pretended (假装) that I liked it because I knew it would make my parents happy.”
Bill agrees. “That sounds like my grandparents. A few years ago, my grandparents gave me an orange sweater for my birthday. I used to wear it every time I visited their house, but when I left their house, I took it off! Of course, this made me feel guilty (内疚的). It was a very nice thought, but my grandparents and I have different tastes! I think it’s hard to buy clothes or other personal things for people.”
To make things easier, some people would rather just give money. In some cultures, however, receiving money can make people uncomfortable. “When someone gives me money, it just makes me think they are being lazy”, says John Wilson, “In England, we have a saying: It’s the thought that counts. I prefer to receive a gift that has some thought behind it. I don’t mind if it’s something I don’t need. If someone has thought about a gift for me, it always makes me happy.”
Different people have very different thoughts on this subject! So maybe the art of receiving is even more difficult than the art of giving. What do you think
1．How did Mary feel when she received a purple wallet
2．When did Bill wear the orange sweater
3．Why do some people like to give money
4．What gift does John Wilson like
5．If you receive a gift from your parents, but you don’t like it, what will you do
6．What’s the passage mainly about
阅读下面短文，完成短文后的问题。
If you spend some time in an English speaking country, you might hear the term “etiquette”. It means normal and social behavior. This may seem like a difficult word at first, but it can be very useful to understand.
Etiquette is not the same in every culture or in every situation. For example, standing very close to the person you are talking with is quite common in some Asian countries. However, if you do this in Europe, some people might feel uncomfortable. Even in China, we all know that etiquette is not the same in all situations. Perhaps we think that talking loudly in our own homes is fine, but there are other places where talking loudly is not allowed. For example, most people would agree that talking loudly in a library, a museum or a movie theater is impolite. Even if you are with your friends, it is better to keep your voice down in public places.
If we see someone breaking the rules of etiquette, we may politely give them some suggestions. One of the most polite ways is to ask someone, “Would you mind doing this ” or “Would you mind not doing that ” People don’t usually like to be criticized, so we have to be careful how we do this.
Although rules of etiquette can often be different, some rules are the same almost everywhere in the world! For example, dropping litter is almost never allowed. If you see someone you know doing this, you can ask him, “Would you mind picking it up ”
1．What does the underlined word “etiquette” probably mean
2．What’s the main idea of Paragraph 2
3．If your friend talks loudly in the museum, what would you say to him/her
4．In which countries can people stand close to the person they are talking with
5．What does the writer think of “etiquette” in the last paragraph
进阶拓展训练6篇
阅读下面短文，简略回答问题。
Good table manners can show a person’s proper behavior. In China, table manners are always an important part of Chinese food culture. Some foreigners don’t know much about Chinese table manners before they come to China. Are you one of them If you are, here are some good table manners you should know.
When you are invited to have dinner, you should know some manners about eating. You should start eating after the host tells you to start. Don’t pick up too much food in your bowl. You should eat up the food in your bowl first and then pick up more. It’s not polite to push the food out of your plate. You should also remember some rules when you use chopsticks. Don’t use your chopsticks to point at others. Don’t use your chopsticks to move bowls or plates. Don’t stick your chopsticks into your own food. Don’t spear (戳) food with your chopsticks.
After finishing a meal in a restaurant, it’s time to pay the bill. As a guest, you should argue for the chance to pay the bill, but you should always give in and accept the hospitality (好客) of your host.
What should you do if you want to leave a party early You should explain to the host why you are leaving early. You should tell the host that you’re sorry for leaving early. Don’t forget to show your thanks for the host’s hospitality.
1．How are the table manners in Chinese food culture
2．When can people start eating at a Chinese dinner table
3．How many pieces of advice about using chopsticks are mentioned
4．What should you do as a guest after finishing a meal in a restaurant
5．What would you say if you need to leave a party early (写出具体表达，不超过30词)
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阅读下面短文，然后根据短文内容回答问题。每小题答案不超过10个单词。
Gift-giving is different from culture to culture and person to person.
When people give gifts, sometimes colour is important. For example, for many Chinese people around the world, red is a lucky colour, and people often like to wrap (包) gifts in red. However, do you know that in Korea, red is a colour of bad things If you want to give gifts to people there, you shouldn’t wrap the gifts in this colour.
What about Western (西方的) countries In Western countries, the colour of wrapping paper is not really important. But colour is really important when giving flowers, especially roses. You should not give red roses to a Western person you don’t know very well, because they are a symbol of love. You could give yellow roses, because they are a symbol of friendship (友谊). You could also send pink roses as gifts to say thank you.
1．What colour do Chinese people often like to wrap gifts in
2．What do Koreans think of red
3．What do red roses in Western countries mean
4．According to the article, how can we show friendship to Western friends
5．What else do you think is important when giving gifts Give an example.
请阅读下面的短文，根据所提供的信息，回答问题。请把答案填写在答题卡指定的位置上。
Different countries and different people have different manners. We must find out their customs so that they will not think us ill-mannered(没有礼貌的). Here are examples of the things that a person with good education does or does not do.
If you visit a Chinese family, you should knock at the door first. When the door opens, you will not move before the host says “Come in, please.” After you come into the room, you would not sit down until the host asks you to take a seat. When a cup of tea is put on a table before you or sent to your hand, you will say “thank you” and receive it with two hands, not one hand or they will think you are ill-mannered. Before entering a house in Japan, it is a good manner to take off your shoes. In European countries, even though shoes sometimes become very dirty, this is not done. In a Malay house, a visitor never finishes the food on the table. He leaves a little to show that he has had enough. In England, a visitor always finishes the drink or the food to show he has enjoyed it. That will make the host pleasant.
1． Does the writer think it is necessary to know different customs in different countries
2．When can you enter the room if you visit a friend in China
3．What should you say when a cup of tea is sent to your hand
4．In which country do you have to take off your shoes before entering a house
5．Why does a visitor always finish the food at dinner in his friend’s home in England
阅读下面的短文，根据短文内容回答问题。
Now, more and more foreigners are living in China. They are studying or working here. They love China very much, and are used to the daily life here. But sometimes they have problems. For example, some of them don’t know how to give gifts. There are some suggestions for them.
It’s necessary to bring a gift.
In China, it’s a traditional custom to bring a gift when you are invited to someone’s home.
Usually fresh flowers and fruits are your best choices. The number “eight” is considered lucky, so eight apples or eight oranges are a good idea.
You’d better wrap(包装) your gift.
When you buy a gift, the seller usually helps you wrap the gift. Don’t be surprised if your gift is wrapped. Because wrapping paper can make your gifts look more beautiful. In China, people don’t open gifts at once. They usually do it in the evening or after you leave.
Give something that can be shared.
If you have some co-workers, don’t give gifts to only one person. You’d better treat them equally. It’s better to give something that can be shared, like food.
1．Do foreigners have problems when they live in China
2．What is a traditional custom in China when you are invited to someone’s home
3．When do people usually open gifts
4．Why does the seller usually help you wrap the gift
5．How should you give gifts if you have some co-workers there
阅读短文，根据短文内容回答问题。
In the eyes of many foreigners, the Chinese are the best hosts and the worst guests in the world. And Western hosts sometimes look rude in the eyes of Chinese guests. It is because the guest-host relationship（关系）in China is quite different from that in some western countries.
In China, guests are almost like gods. Whenever I enter a Chinese friend’s home, there is always fruit on the table for me, and someone is quick to bring me a cup of tea or water. In the west, generally the guest is not a god. Acting according to（根据）the host’s way of doing things is usual behaviour for a guest.
My wife’s mother, a very kind Chinese lady, doesn’t smoke. When I see some of her guests smoking in her house, as a non-smoker I feel unhappy. Usually I want to stop them directly, but I must realize that in China, to be a good host, she must not do that.
In most North American homes, if you are a guest, and the hosts are not smokers, you should not smoke in their houses. At the very least, you should ask “Is it OK if I smoke ” But don’t be surprised if they say, “No, you can’t smoke.” In my culture, if you smoke in their houses, you are a bad guest, but if they don’t allow you to smoke in their houses, they are not rude hosts.
In a word, no matter where you are, the best way to be a good guest is to adapt to（适应）the local customs. Just as the saying goes, “When in Rome, do as the Romans do.”
1．To many foreigners, who are the best hosts and the worst guests in the world
2．What is usual behaviour for a guest in the west
3．How does the writer feel when he sees some guests smoking in his wife’s mother’s home
4．If a guest wants to smoke in an American host’s home, what question should he ask
5．What do you think is impolite for a guest to do （请自拟一句话作答）
Akuapem is in the eastern part of Ghana. The sun there shines all the time. The local people are very friendly and hospitable (好客的). Now let’s have a look at how Akuapem people receive a visitor.
A visitor is often welcomed warmly in a family of Akuapem. After the visitor is welcomed into the house, he is offered a seat and water at the very beginning, because the host thinks that the visitors must have come from a very long journey and need water. If there is a group of visitors, the host will greet the visitors from right to left. And the host shakes only with his right hand, because Akuapem people think the left hand is not clean.
Next, the visitor is asked how his journey was and why he has come. While the conversation (对话) is going on, the wife and the children, especially girls, are preparing food for the visitor. The visitor can choose his favourite food. After the visitor finishes eating, the host and the visitor go on with their conversation. Usually this is a short one because the visitor is getting ready to say “Goodbye”.
When the visitor is leaving, he is often given some food. He is also accompanied (陪伴) by one of the children to the nearest station. The child who accompanies the visitor will not come back home until the visitor leaves safely.
Whether he is a close friend or just a stranger, this is always how friendly Akuapem people receive a visitor.
1．What are the people in Akuapem like
2．How do the Akuapem people often welcome a visitor
3．Why is a visitor often offered water at the very beginning
4．Can a visitor choose his favourite food
5．When will the child who accompanies the visitor return home
能力综合实践6篇
阅读并回答问题。
Table manners are how to behave when you eat a meal. They include how to handle knives, forks and spoons and how to eat in a polite manner. To behave well abroad, you are to know some table manners.
EATING MANNERS
Japan: It is “perfectly” okay to slurp (发出啧啧声) when you eat noodles. Unlike making big noises, slurping slightly is not rude. Japanese also say it tastes better if you slurp.
Russia: Your wrists should be placed on the edge of the table while eating, fork in left hand, and knife in the right. It is not good manners to rest them on your lap. Keep your elbows off the table. Leave some food on your plate to show that the host has given you enough to eat.
France: Never discuss money or religion over dinner. What is different from the manners in Russia is that finishing everything on your plate is considered good manners.
Mexico: Whenever you catch the eye of someone who’s eating, even a stranger, it’s good manners to say “provecho”, which means enjoy. In Mexico, dining is more than a meal. It’s a social occasion — lunches are seldom quick and suppers can last for hours. Where you sit matters in the country. You must say “enjoy your meal” before you leave the table.
DRINKING MANNERS
America: If you empty a bottle into someone’s glass, it obliges that person to buy the next bottle. It’s polite to put the last drops into your own glass.
Australia: In a pub it’s usual to buy a round of drinks for everyone in your group. When it’s your turn, say “It’s my round”. When it’s their round, they will buy it for you. Don’t leave before you’ve bought a round.
Japan: Don’t fill your own glass of alcohol. Instead, you should pour for others and wait for them to do it for you.
1．What do table manners include
2．How many countries are mentioned in the article
3．Which country is mentioned in both eating manners and drinking manners
4．Why does the writer tell us the table manners in many countries
5．What is the best title for this passage
阅读短文，回答问题。每题答案不超过4个字。
Table manners can be very different in different cultures.
In China, when inviting guests for a meal, it’s polite to wait for the elderly to start eating first. We also use chopsticks gently and try not to make loud noises.
In France, dinner is a special time. People often say “Bon appetite!” to show their wishes for a good meal. Usually, French people taste each dish and enjoy the flavors (味道). And it may take hours for French people to finish a dinner.
In Japan, dining is a quiet and respectful thing. If a conversation is needed, it’s important for people to speak in a low voice. People sit upright and use chopsticks and bowls carefully. It’s polite to say “Itadakimasu” before they start to eat, which means “I humbly receive”.
In the US, people usually eat simple food such as a sandwich instead of spending a lot of time preparing a big meal. However, it’s still important to be careful with manners and never to eat with your mouth open or elbows (肘) on the table.
In a word, different countries have their dining manners. Understanding them can help us enjoy a nice dining experience abroad.
1．Who should be the first to start eating in Chinese culture
2．When do the Japanese say “Itadakimasu”
3．What can help us enjoy meals in a foreign country
Some British people like to invite friends for a meal at home. You should not be sad if your English friends don’t invite you home. It doesn’t mean they don’t like you!
Diner parties usually start between 7 and 8 p.m. and end at about 11 p.m. Ask your hosts (主人) what time you should arrive. It’s polite to bring some flowers, chocolate or a bottle of wine (酒) as a gift.
Usually dinners start with drinks. Do you want to be polite Say how much you like the room or the pictures on the wall. But remember it’s not polite to ask how much things cost.
In many families, the husband sits at one end of the table and the wife sits at the other end. They eat with their guests.
You’ll probably start the meal with soup or something small, and then you’ll have meat or fish with vegetables. Finally, you’ll have dessert. It’s polite to finish everything on your plate and take more if you want.
Do you enjoy the evening Call your hosts, or write them a short thank you letter after that. British people like to say “Thank you” all the time.
1．When does the dinner parties usually start
2．Where does the husband sit during the dinner
3．What does the meal usually end with
4．After dinner what can you do to the hosts if you enjoy the evening
5．Do you like to join n the party like this Why or why not
Learning the language of a country isn’t enough. If you want a great visit, find out as much as possible about the manners and customs of the country you are visiting.
People in India think it impolite to use the left hand to pass food at table. The left hand is used for washing yourself. Also in India, you might see a man shake his head at another to show that he doesn’t agree. However, in many parts of India shaking the head means “yes”.
In Bulgaria, you shake your head to mean “yes” and nod to mean “no”.
At a meal in countries on the Arabic Peninsula (阿拉伯半岛), you will find that your glass is full again as soon as you drink up . If you think that you have had enough, you can put your hand over the top.
In Europe it’s quite usual to cross your legs when you are sitting and talking to someone even at an important meeting. Doing this in Thailand, however, could bring trouble. Also, you should try not to touch the head of an adult (成人)—it’s just not good in Thailand.
1．How will you show others that you don’t agree in Bulgaria after reading the passage
2．What does the writer want to tell us through the passage
3．Do you think it necessary to learn about the customs of a foreign country before we visit it Why or Why not
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People love their cell phones. They use them anywhere and everywhere. They talk in the car or on the bus. They talk in the shop or at the mall. They even talk on their cell phones when watching films.
The growing use of cell phones has also created a growing culture of rude behaviour. People are becoming so used to seeing and hearing cell phones, that some have forgotten proper cell phone etiquette. Yes, there are some dos and don’ts of cell phone use.
One of the worst habits of cell phone users is “cell yell”, or loud conversations in public places. Cell phone users need to respect the personal space of those around them. Loud, long rings are annoying. One should turn down your phone ringer (电话铃声) or better yet, turn it to vibrate (震动).
Remember, if the lights are off, your cell phone should be off too. It is rude to leave your cell phone ringer on in the cinema. It’s even ruder if you answer your phone and talk when watching the film. The same is true for concerts, plays, musicals and lectures. If the spotlight is not on you, you shouldn’t be talking.
Respect the rules of those places that request no cell phone use on their sites. When you make or receive calls, electromagnetic waves (电磁波) are sent through the air. Hospitals and airplanes have many electronic devices (仪器). When electromagnetic waves try to go through them, they sometimes stop working. A heart monitor could fail to work properly. A plane could crash.
The next time you turn on your beloved cell phone, think of those around you. Help create a kinder world, not a ruder one.
1．What is “cell yell”
2．What does the underlined word “etiquette” mean
3．How are cell phone calls carried through the air
4．Why should cell phones not be used on airplanes
5．What are some good manners of cell phone use （举两个例子）
Traveling to another country is exciting and fun. But if you don’t learn about local traditions, your trip may get into trouble. To help stop things like that, I list some cultural taboos (禁忌) in several countries. Let’s take a look and then you can have a great trip there.
Mexico
In Mexico, bringing an expensive gift to someone’s home is a no-no. It could be seen as a bribe (贿赂). For local people, some simple things like flowers are good gifts. But you shouldn’t take along red flowers, because in Mexican culture, they symbolize death and can be connected with witchcraft (巫术).
The US
Americans have a tradition of tipping (给小费). You can tip waiters, taxi drivers, hotel doormen…nearly anyone with a service job.
Pay attention when you talk with Americans. Questions like “How old are you ” may be common between friends. But as tourists in the US, it is not polite to ask people’s age.
Britain
British people are known for queuing (排队). From the supermarket to the underground, queues are very common in Britain. Usually, it takes a British person six months of their life in queues. If you jump the queue in Britain, you may make them angry.
Japan
You should never wear shoes indoors in Japan. When visiting someone’s home, it is rude to enter with shoes on. Shoes should be taken off at the door and replaced with indoor slippers (拖鞋). This is also the same when you try clothes on in a clothes shop. You should take off your shoes before going into the fitting room (试衣间). There are indoor shoes prepared for customers inside.
1．What are good gifts for local people in Mexico
2．Why shouldn’t tourists ask people’s age in the US
3．How long does it usually take a British person in queues
4．What should you do before going into the fitting room in Japan
5．What is the passage mainly about 学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________
Unit 5 Good Manners
单元话题（礼仪与习俗）阅读回答问题进阶练18篇
说明：此专题分三个难度层次，基础入门训练<进阶拓展训练< 能力综合实践，老师根据学生实际情况进行针对性难度训练。
基础入门训练6篇
阅读下文并回答问题。
Chinese eating rules have a long history and there are many important eating manners in China. Among them, there are some key ones to follow.
First, it’s not polite to start eating before everyone sits down. You also should let the elders eat first to show your respect.
Second, you should use chopsticks (筷子) rightly. Don’t point at others or knock the plates and bowls with them. If you want to serve (服务) food to others, it’s better to use serving chopsticks.
Third, when eating, don’t make too much noise. It’s better to chew (咀嚼) with your mouth closed to show good manners. And don’t speak when you’re mouth is full of food.
Fourth, don’t reach (到达) across the table for food. You should wait for the turntable (转盘) to bring it to you.
1．When is it not polite to start eating in China
2．Who should start eating first
3．What shouldn’t you do with chopsticks
4．How should you chew when eating
5．How many rules does the writer give about eating manners in China
【答案】1．Before everyone sits down. 2．The elders. 3．You shouldn’t point at others or knock the plates and bowls. 4．You should chew with your mouth closed. 5．Four.
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要从四个方面详细介绍了在中国用餐时应注意的礼仪。
1．根据第二段“First, it’s not polite to start eating before everyone sits down.”可知，在中国，在大家就座之前开始用餐是不礼貌的。故填Before everyone sits down.
2．根据第二段“You also should let the elders eat first to show your respect.”可知，在中国应该让长辈先用餐。故填The elders.
3．根据第三段“Don’t point at others or knock the plates and bowls with them.”可知，不应该用筷子指向别人或敲打碗盘。故填You shouldn’t point at others or knock the plates and bowls.
4．根据第四段“It’s better to chew with your mouth closed to show good manners.”可知，用餐时最好闭着嘴咀嚼，以示礼貌。故填You should chew with your mouth closed.
5．根据“ First, it’s not polite to start eating before everyone sits down.”；“Second, you should use chopsticks (筷子) rightly.”；“Third, when eating, don’t make too much noise.”以及“Fourth, don’t reach (到达) across the table for food.”可知，作者分别从四个方面介绍了中国饮食礼仪。故填Four.
The Spring Festival is coming. It’s on February 5th this year. It’s the time to give gifts to your family and friends. But there are some taboos (禁忌) on gift giving. What are those in China
Chinese people don’t always give a clock to someone. A clock sounds like “zhong” in Chinese. So giving someone a clock is like saying “your time is up”. People will think it’s not lucky, especially for old people.
Buying pears and shoes is also not a good gift. Pears sound like “li” and shoes sound like “xie” in Chinese. They are not good gifts for friends or parents, because they mean something bad in Chinese.
What is a good gift then Money can be the answer! A “red envelope” (红包) with money is the best gift in China. People give red envelopes to show their love. People have “lucky” number of money in the red envelopes. The number six and eight are always the lucky numbers in China. So we must avoid giving the wrong gifts for others.
1．When are there any rules in China
2．What gift can’t we give the old people
3．How many bad gifts are there in the passage
4．Do you think a red envelope with money a good gift Why or why not Write 20 words or more.
【答案】1．When we give gifts./When giving gifts. 2．We can’t give a clock to the old people. 3．Three./3. 4．Yes, I do. Because people give red envelopes to show their love and it has no taboos.
【导语】本文主要介绍中国春节送礼的一些禁忌以及好的送礼的礼物。
1．根据第一段中的“The Spring Festival is coming. It’s on February 5th this year. It’s the time to give gifts to your family and friends. But there are some taboos (禁忌) on gift giving.”可知，在中国春节时送礼有一些规则。故填When we give gifts./When giving gifts.
2．根据第二段中的“So giving someone a clock is like saying ‘your time is up’. People will think it’s not lucky, especially for old people.”可知，我们不能给老人们钟表作为礼物。故填We can’t give a clock to the old people.
3．根据第二段中的“Chinese people don’t always give a clock to someone.”和第三段中的“Buying pears and shoes is also not a good gift.”可知，这篇文章提到三种不好的礼物。故填Three./3.
4．开放性试题，言之有理即可，参考答案：Yes, I do. Because people give red envelopes to show their love and it has no taboos.
You may have already forgotten the days when you had to learn how to use chopsticks. Every Chinese kid has to learn to use them for some time. But chopsticks are not just simple tools to pick up food. They come with their own special rules and traditions.
Playing with chopsticks is seen as bad manners, just as playing with forks and knives in a Western country would be rude.
There are also some superstitions (迷信) related to chopsticks. For example, some people believe that chopsticks should not be left standing upright in a bowl. It looks like the incense (香) that Chinese people use to honour the dead. Doing it at the dinner table is believed to bring bad luck.
You should not tap chopsticks on the edge of the bowl either, as beggars do this to ask for food. Parents might get angry if children do this as they don’t want their children to be as poor as beggars in the future.
Apart from (除了) being tableware (餐具), chopsticks can also be a great gift. In Chinese, “chopsticks” are known as “kuaizi”, which means having babies soon. Newlyweds (新婚夫妇) sometimes receive chopsticks as a wedding gift. Skilled craftsmen (手艺人) paint beautiful images on chopsticks to make them look like a fine artwork.
1．What shouldn’t people do with chopsticks Fill in the blank with a sentence.
2．What might people think if you play with your chopsticks
3．Why shouldn’t you tap your chopsticks on the edge of your bowl
4．Are chopsticks just a kind of tableware
5．Who may probably like receiving chopsticks
6．What is the passage mainly about
【答案】1．People shouldn’t play with chopsticks at table. 2．They might think that you are rude. 3．Because it makes you look like a beggar. 4．No. 5．Newlyweds./The couple who want to give birth to babies. 6．The rules and traditions behind chopsticks.
【导语】本文主要介绍了使用筷子的一些规则和传统。
1．根据第二段“Playing with chopsticks is seen as bad manners”可知，人们不能在餐桌上玩筷子。故填People shouldn’t play with chopsticks at table.
2．根据第二段“Playing with chopsticks is seen as bad manners, just as playing with forks and knives in a Western country would be rude.”可知，玩筷子会让人觉得你是一个没有礼貌的人。故填They might think that you are rude.
3．根据第四段“You should not tap chopsticks on the edge of the bowl either, as beggars do this to ask for food.”可知用筷子轻敲碗的边缘会看起来像个乞丐。故填Because it makes you look like a beggar.
4．根据最后一段“Chopsticks can also be a great gift.”可知，筷子不仅仅是餐具，也可以是很好的礼物。故填No.
5．根据最后一段“which means having babies soon. Newlyweds sometimes receive chopsticks as a wedding gift.”可知新婚夫妇或想要生孩子的夫妇会喜欢收到筷子作为礼物。故填Newlyweds./The couple who want to give birth to babies.
6．根据全文以及“They come with their own special rules and traditions.”可知，本文主要介绍了使用筷子的一些规则和传统。故填The rules and traditions behind chopsticks.
阅读短文简略回答问题
When two people meet, there are a lot of ways of greeting. The ways of greeting are not always the same in different countries.
In America, two people usually greet each other with a handshake. It is a way to show respect (尊重) to the other person. Athletes (运动员) from opposite teams shake hands before a game for the same reason. However, most Americans don’t shake hands when they meet people they already know well. When American friends meet each other, they might only wave (挥手), or maybe just nod (点头) their heads.
Kissing is sometimes used as a way to greet someone. In France, when people meet, they kiss each other on the face.
In Japan, people bow to each other every time they meet. Even family members bow to each other. How low to bow depends on how respected the other person is.
Today, new ways of greeting are created all the time. People can do this with a quick “hi”, a handshake, or even a simple smile. The important thing is that the people they are greeting understand them.
1．What does the passage mainly talk about
2．Why do athletes from opposite teams shake hands before a game in America
3．Do all American friends greet each other with a handshake when they meet each other
4．Where do French men kiss each other when they meet
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5．How low does one Japanese bow to the other person
【答案】1．It mainly talks about different ways of greeting. 2．Because they want to show respect to the other person. 3．No, they don’t. 4．They kiss each other on the face. 5．It depends on how respected the other person is.
【导语】本文主要介绍不同国家人的打招呼方式。
1．根据“When two people meet, there are a lot of ways of greeting. The ways of greeting are not always the same in different countries.”以及“Today, new ways of greeting are created all the time.”可知，本文主要讲不同的打招呼方式。故填It mainly talks about different ways of greeting.
2．根据“It is a way to show respect (尊重) to the other person. Athletes (运动员) from opposite teams shake hands before a game for the same reason.”可知，比赛前两只队伍的球员握手的原因是为了表示对对方的尊重。故填Because they want to show respect to the other person.
3．根据“In America, two people usually greet each other with a handshake.”和“However, most Americans don’t shake hands when they meet people they already know well. When American friends meet each other, they might only wave (挥手), or maybe just nod (点头) their heads.”可知，美国人见面时，可能握手，挥手，或点头。故填No, they don’t.
4．根据“In France, when people meet, they kiss each other on the face.”可知，在法国，人们见面打招呼是亲吻脸颊。故填They kiss each other on the face.
5．根据“In Japan, people bow to each other every time they meet. Even family members bow to each other. How low to bow depends on how respected the other person is.”可知，在日本，鞠躬的程度取决于对方的尊重程度。故填It depends on how respected the other person is.
阅读短文，根据要求完成下面各小题。
Many books have been written about the art of giving. But what about the art of receiving Sometimes receiving a gift can be difficult, especially when someone buys you a gift you don’t want.
“I remember when I was about twelve years old, my parents bought me a purple wallet,” laughs Mary. “It really made me feel embarrassed (尴尬), because to be honest, I thought the wallet was really ugly! Still, I pretended (假装) that I liked it because I knew it would make my parents happy.”
Bill agrees. “That sounds like my grandparents. A few years ago, my grandparents gave me an orange sweater for my birthday. I used to wear it every time I visited their house, but when I left their house, I took it off! Of course, this made me feel guilty (内疚的). It was a very nice thought, but my grandparents and I have different tastes! I think it’s hard to buy clothes or other personal things for people.”
To make things easier, some people would rather just give money. In some cultures, however, receiving money can make people uncomfortable. “When someone gives me money, it just makes me think they are being lazy”, says John Wilson, “In England, we have a saying: It’s the thought that counts. I prefer to receive a gift that has some thought behind it. I don’t mind if it’s something I don’t need. If someone has thought about a gift for me, it always makes me happy.”
Different people have very different thoughts on this subject! So maybe the art of receiving is even more difficult than the art of giving. What do you think
1．How did Mary feel when she received a purple wallet
2．When did Bill wear the orange sweater
3．Why do some people like to give money
4．What gift does John Wilson like
5．If you receive a gift from your parents, but you don’t like it, what will you do
6．What’s the passage mainly about
【答案】1．She felt embarrassed. 2．He used to wear it every time he visited his grandparents’ house. 3．Because it’s easy. 4．He likes a gift that has some thought behind it. 5．I will thank my parents and tell them that I don’t like it in a polite way. 6．It’s about the art of receiving.
【导语】本文讲述了送礼的艺术。有人收到不喜欢的礼物，出于礼貌会假装很喜欢；有人不想浪费时间挑选礼物会直接送钱，但这样做也会有人也会觉得不够用心。在收礼物这件事情上每个人的看法不一样，也许接受的艺术比给予的艺术更难。
1．根据“It really made me feel embarrassed”可知，她收到一个紫色钱包时觉得很尴尬，因为她觉得那个钱包很丑。故填She felt embarrassed.
2．根据“I used to wear it every time I visited their house, but when I left their house, I took it off!”可知，比尔只在去祖父母家探望他们的时候才会穿着祖父母给他买的那件橘色毛衣，离开后便会脱下来。故填He used to wear it every time he visited his grandparents’ house.
3．根据“To make things easier, some people would rather just give money.”可知，有些人为了让送礼这件事变得更简单就干脆直接送钱。故填Because it’s easy.
4．根据“In England, we have a saying: It’s the thought that counts. I prefer to receive a gift that has some thought behind it. I don’t mind if it’s something I don’t need. If someone has thought about a gift for me, it always makes me happy.”可知，John Wilson喜欢别人用心给他挑选礼物。故填He likes a gift that has some thought behind it.
5．开放性试题，结合实际，言之有理即可。参考答案为I will thank my parents and tell them that I don’t like it in a polite way.
6．根据“Many books have been written about the art of giving. But what about the art of receiving ”并结合全文可知，本文讲述了送礼的艺术。故填It’s about the art of receiving.
阅读下面短文，完成短文后的问题。
If you spend some time in an English speaking country, you might hear the term “etiquette”. It means normal and social behavior. This may seem like a difficult word at first, but it can be very useful to understand.
Etiquette is not the same in every culture or in every situation. For example, standing very close to the person you are talking with is quite common in some Asian countries. However, if you do this in Europe, some people might feel uncomfortable. Even in China, we all know that etiquette is not the same in all situations. Perhaps we think that talking loudly in our own homes is fine, but there are other places where talking loudly is not allowed. For example, most people would agree that talking loudly in a library, a museum or a movie theater is impolite. Even if you are with your friends, it is better to keep your voice down in public places.
If we see someone breaking the rules of etiquette, we may politely give them some suggestions. One of the most polite ways is to ask someone, “Would you mind doing this ” or “Would you mind not doing that ” People don’t usually like to be criticized, so we have to be careful how we do this.
Although rules of etiquette can often be different, some rules are the same almost everywhere in the world! For example, dropping litter is almost never allowed. If you see someone you know doing this, you can ask him, “Would you mind picking it up ”
1．What does the underlined word “etiquette” probably mean
2．What’s the main idea of Paragraph 2
3．If your friend talks loudly in the museum, what would you say to him/her
4．In which countries can people stand close to the person they are talking with
5．What does the writer think of “etiquette” in the last paragraph
【答案】1．It means normal and social behavior. 2．Etiquette is not the same in every culture or in every situation. 3．Would you mind not talking loudly here /Would you mind speaking in a low voice /Would you mind keeping your voice down 4．In some Asian countries. 5．Although rules of etiquette can often be different, some rules are the same almost everywhere in the world!
【导语】本文主要介绍了“礼仪”的定义以及各个国家“礼仪”规则的异同。
1．根据“It means normal and social behavior.”可知，“etiquette”意思是指正常的社会行为。故填It means normal and social behavior.
2．根据“Etiquette is not the same in every culture or in every situation.”及整段内容可知，本段主要讲述了礼仪在每种文化或每种情况下的不同。故填Etiquette is not the same in every culture or in every situation.
3．根据“If we see someone breaking the rules of etiquette, we may politely give them some suggestions. One of the most polite ways is to ask someone, ‘Would you mind doing this ’ or ‘Would you mind not doing that ’”可知，如果你的朋友在博物馆大声说话，可以建议他说话小声点。故填Would you mind not talking loudly here /Would you mind speaking in a low voice /Would you mind keeping your voice down
4．根据“standing very close to the person you are talking with is quite common in some Asian countries”可知，在一些亚洲国家，人们可以与交谈的人站得很近。故填In some Asian countries.
5．根据“Although rules of etiquette can often be different, some rules are the same almost everywhere in the world!”可知，作者认为各国之间的礼仪可能经常不同，但有些规则在世界各地都是一样的。故填Although rules of etiquette can often be different, some rules are the same almost everywhere in the world!
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阅读下面短文，简略回答问题。
Good table manners can show a person’s proper behavior. In China, table manners are always an important part of Chinese food culture. Some foreigners don’t know much about Chinese table manners before they come to China. Are you one of them If you are, here are some good table manners you should know.
When you are invited to have dinner, you should know some manners about eating. You should start eating after the host tells you to start. Don’t pick up too much food in your bowl. You should eat up the food in your bowl first and then pick up more. It’s not polite to push the food out of your plate. You should also remember some rules when you use chopsticks. Don’t use your chopsticks to point at others. Don’t use your chopsticks to move bowls or plates. Don’t stick your chopsticks into your own food. Don’t spear (戳) food with your chopsticks.
After finishing a meal in a restaurant, it’s time to pay the bill. As a guest, you should argue for the chance to pay the bill, but you should always give in and accept the hospitality (好客) of your host.
What should you do if you want to leave a party early You should explain to the host why you are leaving early. You should tell the host that you’re sorry for leaving early. Don’t forget to show your thanks for the host’s hospitality.
1．How are the table manners in Chinese food culture
2．When can people start eating at a Chinese dinner table
3．How many pieces of advice about using chopsticks are mentioned
4．What should you do as a guest after finishing a meal in a restaurant
5．What would you say if you need to leave a party early (写出具体表达，不超过30词)
I will say, “ ”
【答案】1．They are (an) important part. 2．After the host tells them to start. 3．4/Four. 4．Argue for the chance to pay the bill. 5．I’m really sorry, but I have to go now. I have some work that needs to be finished tonight. Thanks for your delicious food and hope you can have fun!
【导语】本文主要介绍了中国餐座礼仪的几个方面。
1．根据文中“In China, table manners are always an important part of Chinese food culture.”可知，餐座礼仪是中国饮食文化的重要部分。故填They are (an) important part.
2．根据文中“You should start eating after the host tells you to start.”可知，在主人告诉你开始后，你应该开始吃饭。故填After the host tells them to start.
3．根据文中“Don’t use your chopsticks to point at others. Don’t use your chopsticks to move bowls or plates. Don’t stick your chopsticks into your own food. Don’t spear (戳) food with your chopsticks.”可知，本文一共提及了四条关于如何使用筷子的建议。故填4/Four.
4．根据文中“As a guest, you should argue for the chance to pay the bill...”可知，作为客人，你应该争取付账的机会。故填Argue for the chance to pay the bill.
5．答案不唯一，合理即可。参考答案：I’m really sorry, but I have to go now. I have some work that needs to be finished tonight. Thanks for your delicious food and hope you can have fun!
阅读下面短文，然后根据短文内容回答问题。每小题答案不超过10个单词。
Gift-giving is different from culture to culture and person to person.
When people give gifts, sometimes colour is important. For example, for many Chinese people around the world, red is a lucky colour, and people often like to wrap (包) gifts in red. However, do you know that in Korea, red is a colour of bad things If you want to give gifts to people there, you shouldn’t wrap the gifts in this colour.
What about Western (西方的) countries In Western countries, the colour of wrapping paper is not really important. But colour is really important when giving flowers, especially roses. You should not give red roses to a Western person you don’t know very well, because they are a symbol of love. You could give yellow roses, because they are a symbol of friendship (友谊). You could also send pink roses as gifts to say thank you.
1．What colour do Chinese people often like to wrap gifts in
2．What do Koreans think of red
3．What do red roses in Western countries mean
4．According to the article, how can we show friendship to Western friends
5．What else do you think is important when giving gifts Give an example.
【答案】1．Red. 2．It is a colour of bad things. 3．They are a symbol of love. 4．By giving yellow roses. 5．Consider their religion, like not giving pork to Muslims.
【导语】本文讲述了不同文化和个人之间送礼的差异，特别是颜色在礼物包装和赠送花卉中的象征意义。
1．根据“For example, for many Chinese people around the world, red is a lucky colour, and people often like to wrap (包) gifts in red.”可知，中国人通常喜欢用红色包礼物。故填Red.
2．根据“...in Korea, red is a colour of bad things ”可知，在韩国，红色代表不好的事物。故填It is a colour of bad things.
3．根据“You should not give red roses to a Western person you don’t know very well, because they are a symbol of love.”可知，在西方红玫瑰是爱情的象征。故填They are a symbol of love.
4．根据“You could give yellow roses, because they are a symbol of friendship (友谊).”可知，我们可以送黄玫瑰向西方朋友表示友谊。故填By giving yellow roses.
5．开放性作答，言之有理可。参考答案为Consider their religion, like not giving pork to Muslims.
请阅读下面的短文，根据所提供的信息，回答问题。请把答案填写在答题卡指定的位置上。
Different countries and different people have different manners. We must find out their customs so that they will not think us ill-mannered(没有礼貌的). Here are examples of the things that a person with good education does or does not do.
If you visit a Chinese family, you should knock at the door first. When the door opens, you will not move before the host says “Come in, please.” After you come into the room, you would not sit down until the host asks you to take a seat. When a cup of tea is put on a table before you or sent to your hand, you will say “thank you” and receive it with two hands, not one hand or they will think you are ill-mannered. Before entering a house in Japan, it is a good manner to take off your shoes. In European countries, even though shoes sometimes become very dirty, this is not done. In a Malay house, a visitor never finishes the food on the table. He leaves a little to show that he has had enough. In England, a visitor always finishes the drink or the food to show he has enjoyed it. That will make the host pleasant.
1． Does the writer think it is necessary to know different customs in different countries
2．When can you enter the room if you visit a friend in China
3．What should you say when a cup of tea is sent to your hand
4．In which country do you have to take off your shoes before entering a house
5．Why does a visitor always finish the food at dinner in his friend’s home in England
【答案】1．Yes, he does. 2．After the host says “Come in, please.”. 3．Thank you. 4．In Japan. 5．To show he has enjoyed it.
【导语】本文讲述的是不同的国家有不同的风俗。我们要了解不同国家的风俗以展示我们的礼貌，并列举了一些地区不同风俗习惯的例子。
1．根据文中的句子“We must find out their customs so that they will not think us ill-mannered(没有礼貌的)”可知，作者认为很有必要了解他们的风俗。故填Yes, he does。
2．根据文中的句子“When the door opens, you will not move before the host says “Come in, please.””可知，当主人说“请进”之后，才能进。故填After the host says “Come in, please.”。
3．根据文中的句子“When a cup of tea is put on a table before you or sent to your hand, you will say “thank you””可知，当一杯茶送到手中时，应该说“谢谢”。故填Thank you。
4．根据文中的句子“Before entering a house in Japan, it is a good manner to take off your shoes.”可知，在日本进屋之前脱鞋是有礼貌的。故填In Japan。
5．根据文中的句子“In England, a visitor always finishes the drink or the food to show he has enjoyed it.”可知，在英国拜访者喝完了饮料或者吃完了食物，说明他很享受。故填To show he has enjoyed it。
阅读下面的短文，根据短文内容回答问题。
Now, more and more foreigners are living in China. They are studying or working here. They love China very much, and are used to the daily life here. But sometimes they have problems. For example, some of them don’t know how to give gifts. There are some suggestions for them.
It’s necessary to bring a gift.
In China, it’s a traditional custom to bring a gift when you are invited to someone’s home.
Usually fresh flowers and fruits are your best choices. The number “eight” is considered lucky, so eight apples or eight oranges are a good idea.
You’d better wrap(包装) your gift.
When you buy a gift, the seller usually helps you wrap the gift. Don’t be surprised if your gift is wrapped. Because wrapping paper can make your gifts look more beautiful. In China, people don’t open gifts at once. They usually do it in the evening or after you leave.
Give something that can be shared.
If you have some co-workers, don’t give gifts to only one person. You’d better treat them equally. It’s better to give something that can be shared, like food.
1．Do foreigners have problems when they live in China
2．What is a traditional custom in China when you are invited to someone’s home
3．When do people usually open gifts
4．Why does the seller usually help you wrap the gift
5．How should you give gifts if you have some co-workers there
【答案】1．Yes (, they do). 2．To bring a gift. 3．In the evening or after you leave. 4．Because wrapping paper can make your gifts look more beautiful. 5．By giving something that can be shared, like food.
【导语】本文针对外国人不知道如何赠送礼物而提出了三点建议。
1．根据“But sometimes they have problems. For example, some of them don’t know how to give gifts”可知，他们会遇到一些问题，故填Yes (, they do).
2．根据“In China, it’s a traditional custom to bring a gift when you are invited to someone’s home”可知，在中国，当你被邀请去别人家的时候，带一份礼物是一个传统的习俗，故填To bring a gift.
3．根据“In China, people don’t open gifts at once. They usually do it in the evening or after you leave.”可知，通常在晚上或你离开时再打开礼物，故填In the evening or after you leave.
4．根据“Because wrapping paper can make your gifts look more beautiful”可知，因为包装纸可以让你的礼物看起来更漂亮，故填Because wrapping paper can make your gifts look more beautiful.
5．根据“ It’s better to give something that can be shared, like food.”可知，最好是提供一些可以分享的东西，比如食物，故填By giving something that can be shared, like food.
阅读短文，根据短文内容回答问题。
In the eyes of many foreigners, the Chinese are the best hosts and the worst guests in the world. And Western hosts sometimes look rude in the eyes of Chinese guests. It is because the guest-host relationship（关系）in China is quite different from that in some western countries.
In China, guests are almost like gods. Whenever I enter a Chinese friend’s home, there is always fruit on the table for me, and someone is quick to bring me a cup of tea or water. In the west, generally the guest is not a god. Acting according to（根据）the host’s way of doing things is usual behaviour for a guest.
My wife’s mother, a very kind Chinese lady, doesn’t smoke. When I see some of her guests smoking in her house, as a non-smoker I feel unhappy. Usually I want to stop them directly, but I must realize that in China, to be a good host, she must not do that.
In most North American homes, if you are a guest, and the hosts are not smokers, you should not smoke in their houses. At the very least, you should ask “Is it OK if I smoke ” But don’t be surprised if they say, “No, you can’t smoke.” In my culture, if you smoke in their houses, you are a bad guest, but if they don’t allow you to smoke in their houses, they are not rude hosts.
In a word, no matter where you are, the best way to be a good guest is to adapt to（适应）the local customs. Just as the saying goes, “When in Rome, do as the Romans do.”
1．To many foreigners, who are the best hosts and the worst guests in the world
2．What is usual behaviour for a guest in the west
3．How does the writer feel when he sees some guests smoking in his wife’s mother’s home
4．If a guest wants to smoke in an American host’s home, what question should he ask
5．What do you think is impolite for a guest to do （请自拟一句话作答）
【答案】1．The Chinese. 2．Acting according to the host’s way of doing things. 3．He feels unhappy. 4．Is it OK if I smoke 5．It’s impolite for a guest to talk loudly.
【导语】本文介绍了中西方国家不同的待客之道。
1．根据“In the eyes of many foreigners, the Chinese are the best hosts and the worst guests in the world.”可知，在很多外国人眼中，中国人是世界上最好的主人，最差的客人。故填The Chinese.
2．根据“Acting according to（根据）the host’s way of doing things is usual behaviour for a guest.”可知，根据主人做事的方式行动是西方客人的惯常行为。故填Acting according to the host’s way of doing things.
3．根据“When I see some of her guests smoking in her house, as a non-smoker I feel unhappy.”可知，当作者看到有人在他岳母的屋子里吸烟时，他感到很不高兴。故填He feels unhappy.
4．根据“At the very least, you should ask ‘Is it OK if I smoke ’”可知，你可以这样问：“如果我抽烟的话，可以吗？”故填Is it OK if I smoke
5．该题为开放性题目，答案不唯一，言之有理即可。如果客人大声说话，这是不礼貌的。故填It’s impolite for a guest to talk loudly.
Akuapem is in the eastern part of Ghana. The sun there shines all the time. The local people are very friendly and hospitable (好客的). Now let’s have a look at how Akuapem people receive a visitor.
A visitor is often welcomed warmly in a family of Akuapem. After the visitor is welcomed into the house, he is offered a seat and water at the very beginning, because the host thinks that the visitors must have come from a very long journey and need water. If there is a group of visitors, the host will greet the visitors from right to left. And the host shakes only with his right hand, because Akuapem people think the left hand is not clean.
Next, the visitor is asked how his journey was and why he has come. While the conversation (对话) is going on, the wife and the children, especially girls, are preparing food for the visitor. The visitor can choose his favourite food. After the visitor finishes eating, the host and the visitor go on with their conversation. Usually this is a short one because the visitor is getting ready to say “Goodbye”.
When the visitor is leaving, he is often given some food. He is also accompanied (陪伴) by one of the children to the nearest station. The child who accompanies the visitor will not come back home until the visitor leaves safely.
Whether he is a close friend or just a stranger, this is always how friendly Akuapem people receive a visitor.
1．What are the people in Akuapem like
2．How do the Akuapem people often welcome a visitor
3．Why is a visitor often offered water at the very beginning
4．Can a visitor choose his favourite food
5．When will the child who accompanies the visitor return home
【答案】1．They are very friendly and hospitable./Very friendly and hospitable. 2．They welcome a visitor warmly. 3．Because the host thinks that the visitors must have come from a very long journey and need water. 4．Yes, he can./Yes. 5．After the visitor leaves safely.
【导语】本文介绍了Akuapem人的待客之道，他们热情好客，为来访者提供座位、水以及食物，并在客人离开时送食物，展现了他们的友好和文化传统。
1．根据“The local people are very friendly and hospitable”可知，Akuapem人友好且好客。故填They are very friendly and hospitable./Very friendly and hospitable.
2．根据“A visitor is often welcomed warmly in a family of Akuapem.”可知，在Akuapem人的家庭里，访客经常受到热烈的欢迎。故填They welcome a visitor warmly.
3．根据“After the visitor is welcomed into the house, he is offered a seat and water at the very beginning, because the host thinks that the visitor must have come from a very long journey and need water.”可知，在欢迎访客进入房子后，一开始就为他提供座位和水，因为主人认为访客一定是长途旅行来的，需要水。故填Because the host thinks that the visitors must have come from a very long journey and need water.
4．根据“The visitor can choose his favourite food.”可知，访客可以选择他最喜欢的食物。故填Yes, he can./Yes.
5．根据“The child who accompanies the visitor will not come back home until the visitor leaves safely.”可知，陪伴来访者的孩子在来访者安全离开后才会回家。故填After the visitor leaves safely.
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阅读并回答问题。
Table manners are how to behave when you eat a meal. They include how to handle knives, forks and spoons and how to eat in a polite manner. To behave well abroad, you are to know some table manners.
EATING MANNERS
Japan: It is “perfectly” okay to slurp (发出啧啧声) when you eat noodles. Unlike making big noises, slurping slightly is not rude. Japanese also say it tastes better if you slurp.
Russia: Your wrists should be placed on the edge of the table while eating, fork in left hand, and knife in the right. It is not good manners to rest them on your lap. Keep your elbows off the table. Leave some food on your plate to show that the host has given you enough to eat.
France: Never discuss money or religion over dinner. What is different from the manners in Russia is that finishing everything on your plate is considered good manners.
Mexico: Whenever you catch the eye of someone who’s eating, even a stranger, it’s good manners to say “provecho”, which means enjoy. In Mexico, dining is more than a meal. It’s a social occasion — lunches are seldom quick and suppers can last for hours. Where you sit matters in the country. You must say “enjoy your meal” before you leave the table.
DRINKING MANNERS
America: If you empty a bottle into someone’s glass, it obliges that person to buy the next bottle. It’s polite to put the last drops into your own glass.
Australia: In a pub it’s usual to buy a round of drinks for everyone in your group. When it’s your turn, say “It’s my round”. When it’s their round, they will buy it for you. Don’t leave before you’ve bought a round.
Japan: Don’t fill your own glass of alcohol. Instead, you should pour for others and wait for them to do it for you.
1．What do table manners include
2．How many countries are mentioned in the article
3．Which country is mentioned in both eating manners and drinking manners
4．Why does the writer tell us the table manners in many countries
5．What is the best title for this passage
【答案】1．They include how to handle knives, forks and spoons and how to eat in a polite manner. 2．Six. 3．Japan. 4．To help us behave well abroad./To help us have good manners in different countries. 5．Table/Eating manners.
【导语】本文主要介绍了不同国家餐桌上的礼节。
1．根据“Table manners are how to behave when you eat a meal. They include how to handle knives, forks and spoons and how to eat in a polite manner.”可知，餐桌礼仪是你吃饭时的行为举止。其中包括如何使用刀叉和勺子，以及如何有礼貌地吃饭，故填They include how to handle knives, forks and spoons and how to eat in a polite manner.
2．根据“Japan ... Russia ... France ... Mexico ... America ... Australia”可知，提到了六个国家，故填Six.
3．根据“EATING MANNERS Japan”“DRINKING MANNERS Japan”可知，日本的饮食习惯和饮酒习惯都被提及，故填Japan.
4．根据“To behave well abroad, you are to know some table manners.”可知，是为了帮助我们在国外举止得体，故填To help us behave well abroad./To help us have good manners in different countries.
5．根据“To behave well abroad, you are to know some table manners.”及全文的内容可知，本文主要介绍了不同国家餐桌上的礼节，故填Table/Eating manners.
阅读短文，回答问题。每题答案不超过4个字。
Table manners can be very different in different cultures.
In China, when inviting guests for a meal, it’s polite to wait for the elderly to start eating first. We also use chopsticks gently and try not to make loud noises.
In France, dinner is a special time. People often say “Bon appetite!” to show their wishes for a good meal. Usually, French people taste each dish and enjoy the flavors (味道). And it may take hours for French people to finish a dinner.
In Japan, dining is a quiet and respectful thing. If a conversation is needed, it’s important for people to speak in a low voice. People sit upright and use chopsticks and bowls carefully. It’s polite to say “Itadakimasu” before they start to eat, which means “I humbly receive”.
In the US, people usually eat simple food such as a sandwich instead of spending a lot of time preparing a big meal. However, it’s still important to be careful with manners and never to eat with your mouth open or elbows (肘) on the table.
In a word, different countries have their dining manners. Understanding them can help us enjoy a nice dining experience abroad.
1．Who should be the first to start eating in Chinese culture
2．When do the Japanese say “Itadakimasu”
3．What can help us enjoy meals in a foreign country
【答案】1．The elderly/The old (people). 2．Before starting to eat./Before they start eating./Before they eat meals./Before eating. 3．Understanding their dining manners./Knowing their dining manners.
【导语】本文介绍了不同的国家有不同的餐桌礼仪。了解它们可以帮助我们在国外享受美好的用餐体验。
1．根据“In China, when inviting guests for a meal, it’s polite to wait for the elderly to start eating first.”在中国文化中，老人应该第一个开始吃东西，故填The elderly/The old (people).
2．根据“It’s polite to say ‘Itadakimasu’ before they start to eat, which means ‘I humbly receive’.”可知，日本人用餐前礼貌地说“Itadakimasu”，故填Before starting to eat./Before they start eating./Before they eat meals./Before eating.
3．根据“In a word, different countries have their dining manners. Understanding them can help us enjoy a nice dining experience abroad.”可知，在外国，了解他们的餐桌礼仪能帮助我们享受美食，故填Understanding their dining manners./Knowing their dining manners.
Some British people like to invite friends for a meal at home. You should not be sad if your English friends don’t invite you home. It doesn’t mean they don’t like you!
Diner parties usually start between 7 and 8 p.m. and end at about 11 p.m. Ask your hosts (主人) what time you should arrive. It’s polite to bring some flowers, chocolate or a bottle of wine (酒) as a gift.
Usually dinners start with drinks. Do you want to be polite Say how much you like the room or the pictures on the wall. But remember it’s not polite to ask how much things cost.
In many families, the husband sits at one end of the table and the wife sits at the other end. They eat with their guests.
You’ll probably start the meal with soup or something small, and then you’ll have meat or fish with vegetables. Finally, you’ll have dessert. It’s polite to finish everything on your plate and take more if you want.
Do you enjoy the evening Call your hosts, or write them a short thank you letter after that. British people like to say “Thank you” all the time.
1．When does the dinner parties usually start
2．Where does the husband sit during the dinner
3．What does the meal usually end with
4．After dinner what can you do to the hosts if you enjoy the evening
5．Do you like to join n the party like this Why or why not
【答案】1．Dinner parties usually start between 7 and 8 p.m. 2．In many families, the husband sits at one end of the table during the dinner. 3．The meal usually ends with dessert. 4．If you enjoy the evening, you can call your hosts or write them a short thank-you letter. 5．根据个人实际想法回答即可。Yes, I do. Because it seems like a great opportunity to communicate with friends and experience different cultures. I can enjoy delicious food and have a nice chat with everyone, which would be a lot of fun.
【导语】本文主要介绍了英国人在家举办晚宴的一些习俗和礼仪。
1．根据“Diner parties usually start between 7 and 8 p.m. and end at about 11 p.m.”，可知晚餐聚会开始的时间为晚上七点到八点间，故答案为：Dinner parties usually start between 7 and 8 p.m.
2．根据“In many families, the husband sits at one end of the table and the wife sits at the other end. They eat with their guests.”，可知丈夫就餐时的座位位置在桌子尾端，故答案为：In many families, the husband sits at one end of the table during the dinner.
3．根据“You’ll probably start the meal with soup or something small, and then you’ll have meat or fish with vegetables. Finally, you’ll have dessert.”，可知餐食结束时的菜品为甜点，故答案为：The meal usually ends with dessert.
4．根据“Do you enjoy the evening Call your hosts, or write them a short thank you letter after that. British people like to say “Thank you” all the time.”，可知如果喜欢这个夜晚，可以给主人打电话或者写一封简短的感谢信，故答案为：If you enjoy the evening, you can call your hosts or write them a short thank-you letter.
5．开放题，合理即可。参考答案：Yes, I do. Because it seems like a great opportunity to communicate with friends and experience different cultures. I can enjoy delicious food and have a nice chat with everyone, which would be a lot of fun.
Learning the language of a country isn’t enough. If you want a great visit, find out as much as possible about the manners and customs of the country you are visiting.
People in India think it impolite to use the left hand to pass food at table. The left hand is used for washing yourself. Also in India, you might see a man shake his head at another to show that he doesn’t agree. However, in many parts of India shaking the head means “yes”.
In Bulgaria, you shake your head to mean “yes” and nod to mean “no”.
At a meal in countries on the Arabic Peninsula (阿拉伯半岛), you will find that your glass is full again as soon as you drink up . If you think that you have had enough, you can put your hand over the top.
In Europe it’s quite usual to cross your legs when you are sitting and talking to someone even at an important meeting. Doing this in Thailand, however, could bring trouble. Also, you should try not to touch the head of an adult (成人)—it’s just not good in Thailand.
1．How will you show others that you don’t agree in Bulgaria after reading the passage
2．What does the writer want to tell us through the passage
3．Do you think it necessary to learn about the customs of a foreign country before we visit it Why or Why not
【答案】1．I will nod to mean “no”. 2．The writer wants to tell us the customs and manners of different countries. 3．Yes. Because knowing their customs can help us avoid impoliteness. (开放性试题，回答合理即可）
【导语】本文介绍了不同国家的风俗和礼仪习惯，强调了在访问一个国家之前了解其文化的重要性。
1．根据文章“In Bulgaria, you shake your head to mean ‘yes’ and nod to mean ‘no’.”可知，在保加利亚，点头表示“不”。故填I will nod to mean “no”.
2．文章介绍了不同国家的风俗习惯，强调学习当地文化的重要性，因此作者想表达“不同国家有不同的风俗和礼仪”。故填The writer wants to tell us the customs and manners of different countries.
3．文章建议在访问一个国家之前，应了解其风俗习惯，以避免失礼，因此学习外国的风俗是必要的。故填Yes. Because knowing their customs can help us avoid impoliteness. (开放性试题，回答合理即可）
阅读短文，回答问题
People love their cell phones. They use them anywhere and everywhere. They talk in the car or on the bus. They talk in the shop or at the mall. They even talk on their cell phones when watching films.
The growing use of cell phones has also created a growing culture of rude behaviour. People are becoming so used to seeing and hearing cell phones, that some have forgotten proper cell phone etiquette. Yes, there are some dos and don’ts of cell phone use.
One of the worst habits of cell phone users is “cell yell”, or loud conversations in public places. Cell phone users need to respect the personal space of those around them. Loud, long rings are annoying. One should turn down your phone ringer (电话铃声) or better yet, turn it to vibrate (震动).
Remember, if the lights are off, your cell phone should be off too. It is rude to leave your cell phone ringer on in the cinema. It’s even ruder if you answer your phone and talk when watching the film. The same is true for concerts, plays, musicals and lectures. If the spotlight is not on you, you shouldn’t be talking.
Respect the rules of those places that request no cell phone use on their sites. When you make or receive calls, electromagnetic waves (电磁波) are sent through the air. Hospitals and airplanes have many electronic devices (仪器). When electromagnetic waves try to go through them, they sometimes stop working. A heart monitor could fail to work properly. A plane could crash.
The next time you turn on your beloved cell phone, think of those around you. Help create a kinder world, not a ruder one.
1．What is “cell yell”
2．What does the underlined word “etiquette” mean
3．How are cell phone calls carried through the air
4．Why should cell phones not be used on airplanes
5．What are some good manners of cell phone use （举两个例子）
【答案】1．Loud phone conversations in public places. 2．Manners./A set of customs and rules for polite behaviour. 3．By electromagnetic waves. 4．Because electromagnetic waves may make electronic devices fail to work./Because electromagnetic waves may cause a plane crash. 5．①Never talk on your phone while driving.②Avoid lighting up your screen when you are in dark theatres.
【导语】本文主要介绍了人们使用手机应该注意的礼仪。
1．根据“One of the worst habits of cell phone users is “cell yell”, or loud conversations in public places.”可知， “cell yell”指的是在公共场合大声打电话。故填Loud phone conversations in public places.
2．根据“People are becoming so used to seeing and hearing cell phones, that some have forgotten proper cell phone etiquette.”可知，人们变得习惯于看到和听到手机，以至于一些人忘记了恰当的手机礼仪，因此划线词指“礼仪”。故填Manners./A set of customs and rules for polite behaviour.
3．根据“When you make or receive calls, electromagnetic waves (电磁波) are sent through the air.”可知，移动电话通过电磁波在空中传输。故填By electromagnetic waves.
4．根据“Hospitals and airplanes have many electronic devices (仪器). When electromagnetic waves try to go through them, they sometimes stop working.”和“A plane could crash.”可知，电磁波会使飞机上的仪器停止工作，飞机可能会坠毁。故填Because electromagnetic waves may make electronic devices fail to work./Because electromagnetic waves may cause a plane crash.
5．此题为开放性试题，言之有理即可。故填①Never talk on your phone while driving.②Avoid lighting up your screen when you are in dark theatres.
Traveling to another country is exciting and fun. But if you don’t learn about local traditions, your trip may get into trouble. To help stop things like that, I list some cultural taboos (禁忌) in several countries. Let’s take a look and then you can have a great trip there.
Mexico
In Mexico, bringing an expensive gift to someone’s home is a no-no. It could be seen as a bribe (贿赂). For local people, some simple things like flowers are good gifts. But you shouldn’t take along red flowers, because in Mexican culture, they symbolize death and can be connected with witchcraft (巫术).
The US
Americans have a tradition of tipping (给小费). You can tip waiters, taxi drivers, hotel doormen…nearly anyone with a service job.
Pay attention when you talk with Americans. Questions like “How old are you ” may be common between friends. But as tourists in the US, it is not polite to ask people’s age.
Britain
British people are known for queuing (排队). From the supermarket to the underground, queues are very common in Britain. Usually, it takes a British person six months of their life in queues. If you jump the queue in Britain, you may make them angry.
Japan
You should never wear shoes indoors in Japan. When visiting someone’s home, it is rude to enter with shoes on. Shoes should be taken off at the door and replaced with indoor slippers (拖鞋). This is also the same when you try clothes on in a clothes shop. You should take off your shoes before going into the fitting room (试衣间). There are indoor shoes prepared for customers inside.
1．What are good gifts for local people in Mexico
2．Why shouldn’t tourists ask people’s age in the US
3．How long does it usually take a British person in queues
4．What should you do before going into the fitting room in Japan
5．What is the passage mainly about
【答案】1．Some simple things like flowers, but red flowers shouldn’t be taken along. 2．Because it is not polite to ask people’s age in the US. 3．Six months./Half a year. 4．I should take off my shoes. 5．Some cultural taboos in several countries.
【导语】本文主要讲述了一些国家的文化禁忌。如果提前了解这些禁忌，旅行将会是惬意的。
1．由文中“For local people, some simple things like flowers are good gifts. But you shouldn’t take along red flowers...”可知，去墨西哥的当地人家中，像花这样简单的东西都是不错的礼物，但是不可以带红花，故填Some simple things like flowers, but red flowers shouldn’t be taken along.
2．由文中“But as tourists in the US, it is not polite to ask people’s age.”可知，在美国不应该问别人的年龄，因为这不礼貌，故填Because it is not polite to ask people’s age in the US.
3．由文中“Usually, it takes a British person six months of their life in queues”可知，此句是说一个英国人要花6个月的时间排队，故填Six months./Half a year.
4．由文中“You should take off your shoes before going into the fitting room (试衣间).”可知，在进入试衣间前需要脱鞋，故填I should take off my shoes.
5．本文主要讲述了一些国家的文化禁忌，故填Some cultural taboos in several countries.

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