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Unit 6 Crossing Cultures
Section B How do we show respect to other cultures
(3a-3c)
Learning Objectives
In this lesson you will:
1. get the key details from Tina’s email.
2. talk about Chinese home-visiting customs.
3. learn to write an email with correct format, using the manners
discussed to give advice as Yaming to Tina.
Free Talk
Have you ever visited a friend’s home Share one of your experiences!
The following questions can be talked about.
Whose home did you visit
When and why did it happen
What gift did you bring and why did you choose it
What topics did you talk about
What other activities did you do
Was there anything unforgettable during the visit
I once visited my best friend's home for her birthday. I brought her a plant because it lasts longer than flowers. We talked about our future plans and watched a movie. The most unforgettable part was when her cat jumped into my lap!
When visiting a Chinese family for the first time, is it necessary to bring a gift What gifts are suitable
What do people usually say when they arrive at the host’s home
What are important table manners in China
What are good conversation topics when chatting with a Chinese family Are there any topics that are better to avoid
When is a good time to leave after a meal Is it polite to leave immediately after eating
Think and Share
3a
Read Tina's email to Yaming. Label the different parts of the email.
A. email topic B. person receiving the email
C. person sending the email D.sign-off
E. main text F. greeting
B
C
A
F
E
D
Read the main text and match the main idea with the correct paragraph.
Asking for advice on gift-giving, table manners, topics and so on.
Para 1
Para 2
Para 3
Tina's upcoming stay in Shanghai and brief introduction of the Zhaos.
Expecting Yaming's reply.
More questions for details.
How long will Tina stay with the Zhao family
How does Tina feel about staying with the Zhao family
How old are Mr and Mrs Zhao
What kind of gift does Tina consider bringing to the Zhaos
For two weeks.
She feels a little nervous.
They are in their forties.
Something small like food.
3b
Brainstorm what shows good manners when visiting a Chinese friend. Discuss your ideas with a partner.
greetings
giving gifts
table manners
conversation topics
It's important for us to show good manners when we visit friends. In China, ...
greetings
Greet the family members of the host politely, starting with the elders. Use greetings like "Nín hǎo", "Uncle", or "Aunt".
Keep a smile and sincere eye contact when greeting.
When leaving, say goodbye politely to the host and their family, such as "Thank you for your hospitality, goodbye".
...
table manners
Wait for the host to tell you where to sit and when to start eating.
Don’t make noise while eating. When picking dishes, choose the ones in front of you or close to you.
Don't stick your chopsticks straight up in your rice bowl. Place them on the table or a rest.
Say "Thank you for the meal" (谢谢你的款待 - Xièxie nǐ de kuǎndài) when you finish.
giving gifts
In China, it's important to bring a gift when visiting someone's home for the first time or for a special occasion.
Good gifts are fruit, tea, or something nice from your own country.
Use both hands to give and receive a gift. It shows more respect.
Often, the host may politely refuse the gift once or twice before accepting it.
conversation topics
You can talk about hobbies, recent interesting life stories, or Chinese traditional culture like festivals and customs.
Avoid talking about others’ privacy, such as income, weight, or family conflicts.
Don’t make inappropriate comments on sensitive topics like politics or religion.
If you don’t know much about a field, listen more and comment less.
3c
Imagine you are Yaming. Write an email to Tina to give some advice.
To:
From:
Subject:
tina@
yaming@
Re: Home visit-Help needed!
Sample Writing
Hi Tina,
So glad to hear about your upcoming trip! Don't be nervous— Chinese hosts are generally very understanding with foreign guests. Here's some advice.
Bringing a gift is necessary. Something from America or nice tea would be perfect. Remember to use both hands when presenting it.
For table manners, you should wait for the elders to eat first. Try all dishes offered, and avoid sticking chopsticks upright in plimenting Mrs. Zhao's cooking will be much appreciated.
Good conversation topics include food, Chinese culture, and school life. It's best to avoid politics or private information. Showing interest in their son's studies or the grandmother's health would be thoughtful.
A few extra tips: take off your shoes when entering the house, and remember that being respectful to elders is highly valued in Chinese culture.
Most importantly, relax and be yourself! Your thoughtful nature already shows you're a wonderful guest. The Zhao family will surely appreciate your efforts.
Have a fantastic time in Shanghai!
Best wishes,
Yaming
Language Points
1. person receiving the email
receive 作动词，意为“收到”，其后直接接宾语。
e.g. I received a letter from my friend yesterday.
（我昨天收到了朋友的信。）
She received a birthday gift.
（她收到了一份生日礼物。
注意：accept 意为“接受”，强调主观意愿。而receive强调客
观收到。
e.g. I received a job offer, but I didn’t accept it.
（我收到了一份工作邀请，但没接受。）
2. sign-off
在电子邮件、信件等书面交流中，“sign-off” 指的是结尾的 “结束语、落款问候语”。以下是不同场景下常用的 sign - off 表达，按正式程度分类：
1)正式场景（商务邮件、官方信函等）:
Sincerely/Yours sincerely/Yours faithfully/Best regards
2)半正式 / 日常场景（朋友、同事、熟人之间的邮件 / 信件）:
Regards/Best wishes
3)非正式场景（亲密朋友、家人之间）:
Cheers/Take care/See you soon
3. Mr and Mrs Zhao are both in their forties, ...
in + 形容词性物主代词（my/your/his/her/our/their） + 整十数复数（twenties/thirties/forties/...），表示 “在某人几十多岁时”。
e.g. They started their own business when they were in their
twenties. （他们在二十多岁时创办了自己的公司。）
My parents still love traveling in their forties.
（我父母四十多岁了还喜欢旅行。）
4. Cheers, Tina.
cheers在文中作为邮件结束语，意为“再见”。
e.g.We chatted for a while then said cheers.
（我们聊了会儿，然后道别了。）
cheers还可以意为“干杯 ”
e.g. They clinked glasses and said “Cheers!”
（他们碰杯并说了 “干杯！”）
cheer可以作动词，意为“欢呼、喝彩、为某人 / 某事表达兴奋或支持”。
e.g.The crowd cheered loudly when the team won.
（球队获胜时，人群大声欢呼。）
cheer还可以指“使高兴、鼓舞”，常用搭配 “cheer sb up”。e.g. She tried to cheer him up after he failed the exam.
（他考试失利后，她努力让他振作。）

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