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In summary, for most visitors, the Japanese are (1) complex and difficult to understand The graceful act of (2) bowing , is the traditional greeting However, they have also adopted the western custom of shaking hands, but with a light grip Meanwhile, to (3) show respect for their customs, it would flatter them to offer a slight bow when being introduced (4) Avoid hugging and kissing when greeting It is considered rude to stare Prolonged direct eye contact is considered
to be (5) impolite or even intimidating It is rude to stand with your hand or hands in your pockets, especially when greeting someone (6) or when addressing a group of people The seemingly simple act of exchanging business cards is more complex in Japan (7) because the business card represents not only one's identity but also his (8) status in life Yours should be printed in your own language and in Japanese The Japanese are not a touch-oriented society; so avoid open displays of affection, touching or any prolonged (9) form of body contact Queues are generally respected; especially in crowded train and subway stations (10) where the huge volume of people causes touching and pushing
2 Passage 3: Read the passages carefully, then choose the best option
Greetings in all languages have the same purpose: to establish contact with another person, to recognize his or her existence and to show friendliness The formulas for greeting are very specific and usually do not carry any literal meaning people say “ Good morning “even if it is a miserable day and may reply to “How are you?” with “Fine, thanks” even if they aren’t feeling well
Closings, like greetings are commonly used to exchange with no literal meaning People who are leaving each other permanently or for a long time shake hands or embrace, depending on the relationship If you are in an unfamiliar situation and wonder what to do, watch other people or ask
It is interesting, and sometimes very important to learn about the standards of courtesy in
different cultural areas of the world so that we can practice them well and avoid awkwardness in case we get a chance to visit a person or a community of unfamiliar social customs
Which of the following is a characteristic of the formulas for greeting?
Answer: specific
Source: unit 2, passage 1, line 3, page 35 (course book)
3 Passage 3: Read the passages carefully, then choose the best option
Greetings in all languages have the same purpose: to establish contact with another person, to recognize his or her existence and to show friendliness The formulas for greeting are very specific and usually do not carry any literal meaning people say “ Good morning “even if it is a miserable day and may reply to “How are you?” with “Fine, thanks” even if they aren’t feeling well
Closings, like greetings are commonly used to exchange with no literal meaning People who are leaving each other permanently or for a long time shake hands or embrace, depending on the relationship If you are in an unfamiliar situation and wonder what to do, watch other people or ask
It is interesting, and sometimes very important to learn about the standards of courtesy in
different cultural areas of the world so that we can practice them well and avoid awkwardness in case we get a chance to visit a person or a community of unfamiliar social customs
In what way are closings similar to greeting?
Answer: They have no literal meaning
Trang 2Source: unit 2, passage, line 4, page 35 (course book)
4 Passage 1: Read the passages carefully, then choose the correct answer
Traditions, saying, beliefs, language, and values are just a few things that make up our culture Culture is the framework in which families are structured It shapes our expectations and ideals Culture plays a part in the meaning of marriage and our roles as husbands, wives, children and parents
Understanding cultural differences and similarities related to marriage is important Culture affects the roles that spouses take within marriages, the age at marriage and number of children
a couple have, the meaning of divorce, cohabitation and non-marital childbearing, and the way parents raise children Understanding how relationships and marriages vary across cultural contexts, and how they are similar, we will be able to identify the unique ways that marriages and family life affect people of various cultures As a result, we will be able to help families and sustain happy marriages
A cross cultural marriage or similar love relationship can be extremely exciting The cultural background, visits to the other country, the language of the country and learning to speak it, the different habits and ways of doing and saying things that people from other cultures have, are all very exciting indeed What are the disadvantages of a cross cultural marriage or love relationship with someone from another country or cultural background? No matter how much you love your husband or wife, no matter how high your level of cross cultural awareness, cross cultural communication and respect for differences, misunderstanding seems to be unavoidable
The passage is about ………
Answer: cultural differences
Source: unit 1, passage 1, page 18 (course book)
5 Passage 1: Read the passages carefully, then choose the correct answer
Traditions, saying, beliefs, language, and values are just a few things that make up our culture Culture is the framework in which families are structured It shapes our expectations and ideals Culture plays a part in the meaning of marriage and our roles as husbands, wives, children and parents
Understanding cultural differences and similarities related to marriage is important Culture affects the roles that spouses take within marriages, the age at marriage and number of children
a couple have, the meaning of divorce, cohabitation and non-marital childbearing, and the way parents raise children Understanding how relationships and marriages vary across cultural contexts, and how they are similar, we will be able to identify the unique ways that marriages and family life affect people of various cultures As a result, we will be able to help families and sustain happy marriages
A cross cultural marriage or similar love relationship can be extremely exciting The cultural background, visits to the other country, the language of the country and learning to speak it, the different habits and ways of doing and saying things that people from other cultures have, are all very exciting indeed What are the disadvantages of a cross cultural marriage or love relationship with someone from another country or cultural background? No matter how much you love your husband or wife, no matter how high your level of cross cultural awareness, cross cultural communication and respect for differences, misunderstanding seems to be unavoidable
The word It (line 3) refers to …………
Answer: culture
Source: unit 1, passage 1, line 3, page 18 (course book)
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The most dominant and reliable features of facial expressions provide a constant channel of communication They can be shifty and evasive; convey hate, fear, and guilt; or (1) express confidence, love, and support
Referred to as "mirrors of the soul" our eyes serve as the major decisive factor in (2) interpreting the spoken words The eyes of the man converse as (3) much as their tongues, with the advantage that the ocular dialect needs (4) no dictionary, but it is understood all over the world When the eyes say one thing, and the tongue another, a practiced man relies on eyes Except (5) for extremely shy individuals, most people look for social acceptance by studying the eyes of others Eyes also can (6) accurately indicate a positive or a negative relationship People tend to look longer and more often at the people whom they trust, respect and care about than at those whom they doubt or (7) dislike Normal eye dilation is not under control of the individual Personally characteristics such as introversion and extroversion also influence eye behavior Eye behavior seems (8) to be particular importance and is generally used to indicate whether one is open to communication This can be observed when a teacher asks the class a question: students who think they know the answer will generally (9) look at the teacher, (10) while students who do not know the answer will usually try to avoid eye contact
7 Passage 7: Read the passages carefully and choose the best option
Body postures and movements are frequently indicators of self-confidence, energy, fatigue, or status Cognitively, gestures operate to clarify, contradict, or replace verbal messages Gestures also serve an important function with regard to regulating the flow of conversation For example,
if a student is talking about something in front of the class, single nods of the head from the teacher will likely cause that student to continue and perhaps more elaborate Postures as well
as gestures are used to indicate attitudes, status, affective moods, approval, deception, warmth, arid other variables related to conversation interaction
The saying "A picture is worth a thousand words" well describes the meaning of facial
expressions Facial appearance - including wrinkles, muscle tone, skin coloration, and eye color-offers enduring cues that reveille information about age, sex, race, ethnic origin, and status
A less permanent second set of facial cues-including length of hair, hairstyle, cleanliness, and facial hair-relate to an individual's idea of beauty A third group of facial markers are momentary expressions that signal that cause changes in the forehead, eyebrows, eyelids, cheeks, nose, lips, and chin, such as raising the eyebrows, wrinkling the brow, curling the lip
Some facial expressions are readily visible, while others are fleeting Both types can positively or negatively reinforce the spoken words and convey cues concerning emotions and attitudes Gestures ………
Answer: can clarify the meaning of verbal messages
Source: unit 4, passage1,line 2,page 73 (course book)
8 Passage 7: Read the passages carefully and choose the best option
Body postures and movements are frequently indicators of self-confidence, energy, fatigue, or status Cognitively, gestures operate to clarify, contradict, or replace verbal messages Gestures also serve an important function with regard to regulating the flow of conversation For example,
if a student is talking about something in front of the class, single nods of the head from the teacher will likely cause that student to continue and perhaps more elaborate Postures as well
as gestures are used to indicate attitudes, status, affective moods, approval, deception, warmth, arid other variables related to conversation interaction
Trang 4The saying "A picture is worth a thousand words" well describes the meaning of facial
expressions Facial appearance - including wrinkles, muscle tone, skin coloration, and eye color-offers enduring cues that reveille information about age, sex, race, ethnic origin, and status
A less permanent second set of facial cues-including length of hair, hairstyle, cleanliness, and facial hair-relate to an individual's idea of beauty A third group of facial markers are momentary expressions that signal that cause changes in the forehead, eyebrows, eyelids, cheeks, nose, lips, and chin, such as raising the eyebrows, wrinkling the brow, curling the lip
Some facial expressions are readily visible, while others are fleeting Both types can positively or negatively reinforce the spoken words and convey cues concerning emotions and attitudes According to the writer, "A picture is worth a thousand words" means ………
Answer: a picture is more important than a thousand words Source: unit 4, passage1,paragraph 2,page 73 (course book)
9 Passage 5: Read the passages carefully, then choose the correct answer
If you invite an American friend to join you to have dinner in a restaurant, phone the restaurant first to find out if you need a reservation to avoid a long wait for table To make a reservation, just give your name, the number of people in your group, and the time you plan to arrive When you invite someone to have dinner, you should be prepared to pay the bill and reach for it when it arrives However, if your companion insists on playing his or her share, do not get into argument about it Some people prefer to pay their own way so that they do not feel indebted, and those feelings should be respected In most American restaurants, the waiter or waitress's tip is not added to the bill If the service was adequate, it is customary to leave a tip equal to about 15% of the bill In expensive restaurants, leave a bit more
When you invite someone to have dinner, you……
Answer: should prepare to pay the bill
Source: unit 3, passage 1, line 5, page 54 (course book)
10 Passage 6: Read the passages carefully, then choose the correct answer
If you are invited to an American friend’s home for dinner, remember these general rules for polite behaviour First of all, arrive approximately on time but not early Americans expect
promptness It will be all right to be 10 or 15 minutes late, but not 45 minutes late When you are invited to someone’s home for meal, it is polite to bring a small gift Flowers and candy are always appropriate If you have something attractive made in your country, your host or hostess will certainly enjoy receiving that gift What will you do if you are served some food that you cannot eat or you do not like? Do not make a fuss about it Simply eat what you can and hope that no one noticed it Be sure to compliment the cook on the food that you are enjoying Do not leave immediately after dinner, but do not over-stay your welcome, either The next day, call or write a thank- you note to say how much you enjoyed the evening
If you are invited to American friend’s home, …………
Answer: Punctuality is appreciated
Source: unit 3, passage 2,line 1,2, page 55(course book)
11 Passage 2: Read the passages carefully, then choose the correct answer
When people plan to marry, they expect to find in their partner not only a lover but a friend also They find a person with whom they can share their opinions, their emotions, thoughts and fears
Trang 5In marriage we are looking for a partner who will be able to understand our values, our likes and dislikes
If a man and a woman are born and raised in the same country, most likely they are familiar with the same songs, movies, jokes, books and life in general They basically have the same roots In the case of a western man and foreign woman family everything is more complicated and
requires much more patience and understanding from both spouses On one hand each of the partners has an opportunity to learn a great deal about the other's country, culture, traditions and life styles which can be very interesting On the other hand it can be very disappointing if there is the inability to understand your partner's excitements and frustrations For example, you are watching the television and suddenly you see a famous actor or singer, or other type of an artist whose name you have grown up with Maybe this artist was an idol for your parents and the music of this artist was often played in your house when you were a child Unfortunately you realize that your wife is unable to understand your feelings because she has no idea who this artist is Her eyes are absolutely empty because she has never even heard the song before You feel rather disappointed! Remember that your wife has the same situation with you You do not know her country's songs, her country's famous actors, her books She has her own memories and in actuality, for her, everything is much more difficult than it is for you At least, you live in your own country where everybody can understand you She lives in completely strange
surroundings, where she has nobody to share her feelings with, except you
Do some research and learn about your wife's country, culture and lifestyles Talk with her, ask her questions, get to know what songs she likes, what movies and books are of interest to her The Internet will give you a great opportunity to find anything! Tell her about your country's culture, let her listen to the music that you like, rent a movie for her that left you with great impression Let her understand you better through the things that you like Patience and time will help you to fight cultural differences
To overcome cultural differences in marriage needs …………
Answer: patience and time Source: unit 1, passage 2, paragraph 3, page 20 (course book)
12 Passage 1: Read the passages carefully, then choose the correct answer
Traditions, saying, beliefs, language, and values are just a few things that make up our culture Culture is the framework in which families are structured It shapes our expectations and ideals Culture plays a part in the meaning of marriage and our roles as husbands, wives, children and parents
Understanding cultural differences and similarities related to marriage is important Culture affects the roles that spouses take within marriages, the age at marriage and number of children
a couple have, the meaning of divorce, cohabitation and non-marital childbearing, and the way parents raise children Understanding how relationships and marriages vary across cultural contexts, and how they are similar, we will be able to identify the unique ways that marriages and family life affect people of various cultures As a result, we will be able to help families and sustain happy marriages
A cross cultural marriage or similar love relationship can be extremely exciting The cultural background, visits to the other country, the language of the country and learning to speak it, the different habits and ways of doing and saying things that people from other cultures have, are all very exciting indeed What are the disadvantages of a cross cultural marriage or love relationship with someone from another country or cultural background? No matter how much you love your husband or wife, no matter how high your level of cross cultural awareness, cross cultural communication and respect for differences, misunderstanding seems to be unavoidable
In cross-cultural marriage, ………… may happen
Answer: misunderstanding
Source: unit 1, passage 1, page 18 paragraph 3, the last line (course book)
Trang 613 Passage 2: Read the passages carefully, then choose the correct answer.
When people plan to marry, they expect to find in their partner not only a lover but a friend also They find a person with whom they can share their opinions, their emotions, thoughts and fears
In marriage we are looking for a partner who will be able to understand our values, our likes and dislikes
If a man and a woman are born and raised in the same country, most likely they are familiar with the same songs, movies, jokes, books and life in general They basically have the same roots In the case of a western man and foreign woman family everything is more complicated and
requires much more patience and understanding from both spouses On one hand each of the partners has an opportunity to learn a great deal about the other's country, culture, traditions and life styles which can be very interesting On the other hand it can be very disappointing if there is the inability to understand your partner's excitements and frustrations For example, you are watching the television and suddenly you see a famous actor or singer, or other type of an artist whose name you have grown up with Maybe this artist was an idol for your parents and the music of this artist was often played in your house when you were a child Unfortunately you realize that your wife is unable to understand your feelings because she has no idea who this artist is Her eyes are absolutely empty because she has never even heard the song before You feel rather disappointed! Remember that your wife has the same situation with you You do not know her country's songs, her country's famous actors, her books She has her own memories and in actuality, for her, everything is much more difficult than it is for you At least, you live in your own country where everybody can understand you She lives in completely strange
surroundings, where she has nobody to share her feelings with, except you
Do some research and learn about your wife's country, culture and lifestyles Talk with her, ask her questions, get to know what songs she likes, what movies and books are of interest to her The Internet will give you a great opportunity to find anything! Tell her about your country's culture, let her listen to the music that you like, rent a movie for her that left you with great impression Let her understand you better through the things that you like Patience and time will help you to fight cultural differences
According to the passage, ………
Answer: Spouses who are from different cultures need more patience and understanding in their marriage than those who have the same roots
Source: unit 1, passage 2, paragraph 2, page 19 (course book
14 Passage 3: Read the passages carefully, then choose the best option
Greetings in all languages have the same purpose: to establish contact with another person, to recognize his or her existence and to show friendliness The formulas for greeting are very specific and usually do not carry any literal meaning people say “ Good morning “even if it is a miserable day and may reply to “How are you?” with “Fine, thanks” even if they aren’t feeling well
Closings, like greetings are commonly used to exchange with no literal meaning People who are leaving each other permanently or for a long time shake hands or embrace, depending on the relationship If you are in an unfamiliar situation and wonder what to do, watch other people or ask
It is interesting, and sometimes very important to learn about the standards of courtesy in
different cultural areas of the world so that we can practice them well and avoid awkwardness in case we get a chance to visit a person or a community of unfamiliar social customs
According to the passage, what should you do when you are in an unfamiliar situation ?
Answer:Observe what other people do
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If you are invited to an American friend’s home for dinner, remember these general rules for polite behaviour First of all, arrive approximately on time but not early Americans expect
promptness It will be all right to be 10 or 15 minutes late, but not 45 minutes late When you are invited to someone’s home for meal, it is polite to bring a small gift Flowers and candy are always appropriate If you have something attractive made in your country, your host or hostess will certainly enjoy receiving that gift What will you do if you are served some food that you cannot eat or you do not like? Do not make a fuss about it Simply eat what you can and hope that no one noticed it Be sure to compliment the cook on the food that you are enjoying Do not leave immediately after dinner, but do not over-stay your welcome, either The next day, call or write a thank- you note to say how much you enjoyed the evening
The next day,……
Answer: remember to thank to host for the dinner
Source: unit 3, passage 2,line 13, page 55(course book)
16 Read the following passages and choose the correct answer
Many American customs will surprise you, the same thing happens to us when we (1)
another country People from various cultures handle many small daily things differently What a dull world it would be if this were not true!
Some differences are minor, and people soon become accustomed to them At (2)
for example, some foreign women may be started at the idea of (3) their hair or styled by men Visitors may be amazed to see men wearing wigs People may (4)
the transitory quality of much American life odd, for example, one (5) rent art by the week or the entire furnishings of an apartment, from sofa and bed to the last spoon, on less than
8 hours’ notice
17 Read the passages below carefully, then choose the best option
In many cultures, people think that (1) and marriage together – like bread and wine
or meat and (2) They think that love is a necessary foundation for (3)
and that you should love the person you marry before you get married In other
(4) , however a man and a woman may not even know each other before their wedding day Romantic love is not bequeathed to marriage in these cultures These people expect that love will develop (5) the wedding if the marriage is a good one Your views on love and marriage come from your culture
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Body postures and movements are frequently indicators of self-confidence, energy, fatigue, or status Cognitively, gestures operate to clarify, contradict, or replace verbal messages Gestures also serve an important function with regard to regulating the flow of conversation For example,
if a student is talking about something in front of the class, single nods of the head from the teacher will likely cause that student to continue and perhaps more elaborate Postures as well
as gestures are used to indicate attitudes, status, affective moods, approval, deception, warmth, arid other variables related to conversation interaction
The saying "A picture is worth a thousand words" well describes the meaning of facial
expressions Facial appearance - including wrinkles, muscle tone, skin coloration, and eye color-offers enduring cues that reveille information about age, sex, race, ethnic origin, and status
A less permanent second set of facial cues-including length of hair, hairstyle, cleanliness, and facial hair-relate to an individual's idea of beauty A third group of facial markers are momentary expressions that signal that cause changes in the forehead, eyebrows, eyelids, cheeks, nose, lips, and chin, such as raising the eyebrows, wrinkling the brow, curling the lip
Some facial expressions are readily visible, while others are fleeting Both types can positively or negatively reinforce the spoken words and convey cues concerning emotions and attitudes
A nod of the head from the teacher will likely ask his student to ……… what he is saying
Answer: go on
Source: unit 4, passage1,line 5,page 73 (course book)
19 Passage 7: Read the passages carefully and choose the best option
Body postures and movements are frequently indicators of self-confidence, energy, fatigue, or status Cognitively, gestures operate to clarify, contradict, or replace verbal messages Gestures also serve an important function with regard to regulating the flow of conversation For example,
if a student is talking about something in front of the class, single nods of the head from the teacher will likely cause that student to continue and perhaps more elaborate Postures as well
as gestures are used to indicate attitudes, status, affective moods, approval, deception, warmth, arid other variables related to conversation interaction
The saying "A picture is worth a thousand words" well describes the meaning of facial
expressions Facial appearance - including wrinkles, muscle tone, skin coloration, and eye color-offers enduring cues that reveille information about age, sex, race, ethnic origin, and status
A less permanent second set of facial cues-including length of hair, hairstyle, cleanliness, and facial hair-relate to an individual's idea of beauty A third group of facial markers are momentary expressions that signal that cause changes in the forehead, eyebrows, eyelids, cheeks, nose, lips, and chin, such as raising the eyebrows, wrinkling the brow, curling the lip
Some facial expressions are readily visible, while others are fleeting Both types can positively or negatively reinforce the spoken words and convey cues concerning emotions and attitudes How many categories of facial expressions are mentioned?
Answer: 3
Source: unit 4, passage1,paragraph 3,page 73 (course book)
20 Passage 2: Read the passages carefully, then choose the correct answer
When people plan to marry, they expect to find in their partner not only a lover but a friend also They find a person with whom they can share their opinions, their emotions, thoughts and fears
In marriage we are looking for a partner who will be able to understand our values, our likes and dislikes
Trang 9If a man and a woman are born and raised in the same country, most likely they are familiar with the same songs, movies, jokes, books and life in general They basically have the same roots In the case of a western man and foreign woman family everything is more complicated and
requires much more patience and understanding from both spouses On one hand each of the partners has an opportunity to learn a great deal about the other's country, culture, traditions and life styles which can be very interesting On the other hand it can be very disappointing if there is the inability to understand your partner's excitements and frustrations For example, you are watching the television and suddenly you see a famous actor or singer, or other type of an artist whose name you have grown up with Maybe this artist was an idol for your parents and the music of this artist was often played in your house when you were a child Unfortunately you realize that your wife is unable to understand your feelings because she has no idea who this artist is Her eyes are absolutely empty because she has never even heard the song before You feel rather disappointed! Remember that your wife has the same situation with you You do not know her country's songs, her country's famous actors, her books She has her own memories and in actuality, for her, everything is much more difficult than it is for you At least, you live in your own country where everybody can understand you She lives in completely strange
surroundings, where she has nobody to share her feelings with, except you
Do some research and learn about your wife's country, culture and lifestyles Talk with her, ask her questions, get to know what songs she likes, what movies and books are of interest to her The Internet will give you a great opportunity to find anything! Tell her about your country's culture, let her listen to the music that you like, rent a movie for her that left you with great impression Let her understand you better through the things that you like Patience and time will help you to fight cultural differences
A spouse should ………
Answer: be not only a lover but also a friend
Source: unit 1, passage 2, line 2, page 19 (course book)
21 Passage 1: Read the passages carefully, then choose the correct answer
Traditions, saying, beliefs, language, and values are just a few things that make up our culture Culture is the framework in which families are structured It shapes our expectations and ideals Culture plays a part in the meaning of marriage and our roles as husbands, wives, children and parents
Understanding cultural differences and similarities related to marriage is important Culture affects the roles that spouses take within marriages, the age at marriage and number of children
a couple have, the meaning of divorce, cohabitation and non-marital childbearing, and the way parents raise children Understanding how relationships and marriages vary across cultural contexts, and how they are similar, we will be able to identify the unique ways that marriages and family life affect people of various cultures As a result, we will be able to help families and sustain happy marriages
A cross cultural marriage or similar love relationship can be extremely exciting The cultural background, visits to the other country, the language of the country and learning to speak it, the different habits and ways of doing and saying things that people from other cultures have, are all very exciting indeed What are the disadvantages of a cross cultural marriage or love relationship with someone from another country or cultural background? No matter how much you love your husband or wife, no matter how high your level of cross cultural awareness, cross cultural communication and respect for differences, misunderstanding seems to be unavoidable
According to the writer, cross-cultural marriage …………
Answer: have both advantages and disadvantages
Source: unit 1, passage 1, page 18 paragraph 3 (course book)
22 Passage 3: Read the passages carefully, then choose the best option
Trang 10Greetings in all languages have the same purpose: to establish contact with another person, to recognize his or her existence and to show friendliness The formulas for greeting are very specific and usually do not carry any literal meaning people say “ Good morning “even if it is a miserable day and may reply to “How are you?” with “Fine, thanks” even if they aren’t feeling well
Closings, like greetings are commonly used to exchange with no literal meaning People who are leaving each other permanently or for a long time shake hands or embrace, depending on the relationship If you are in an unfamiliar situation and wonder what to do, watch other people or ask
It is interesting, and sometimes very important to learn about the standards of courtesy in
different cultural areas of the world so that we can practice them well and avoid awkwardness in case we get a chance to visit a person or a community of unfamiliar social customs
Which of the following is a benefit of learning about the standards of courtesy in a different cultural area?
Answer:You can act comfortably when you have a chance to visit the community
Source: unit 2, passage 1, paragraph 3, page 35 (course book)
23 Passage 5: Read the passages carefully, then choose the correct answer
If you invite an American friend to join you to have dinner in a restaurant, phone the restaurant first to find out if you need a reservation to avoid a long wait for table To make a reservation, just give your name, the number of people in your group, and the time you plan to arrive When you invite someone to have dinner, you should be prepared to pay the bill and reach for it when it arrives However, if your companion insists on playing his or her share, do not get into argument about it Some people prefer to pay their own way so that they do not feel indebted, and those feelings should be respected In most American restaurants, the waiter or waitress's tip is not added to the bill If the service was adequate, it is customary to leave a tip equal to about 15% of the bill In expensive restaurants, leave a bit more
To make a reservation, you ………
Answer: just give your name, the time you arrive and how many persons there are in your group Source: unit 3, passage 1,line 3,4, page 54 (course book)
24 Passage 6: Read the passages carefully, then choose the correct answer
If you are invited to an American friend’s home for dinner, remember these general rules for polite behaviour First of all, arrive approximately on time but not early Americans expect
promptness It will be all right to be 10 or 15 minutes late, but not 45 minutes late When you are invited to someone’s home for meal, it is polite to bring a small gift Flowers and candy are always appropriate If you have something attractive made in your country, your host or hostess will certainly enjoy receiving that gift What will you do if you are served some food that you cannot eat or you do not like? Do not make a fuss about it Simply eat what you can and hope that no one noticed it Be sure to compliment the cook on the food that you are enjoying Do not leave immediately after dinner, but do not over-stay your welcome, either The next day, call or write a thank- you note to say how much you enjoyed the evening
When you come to someone’s house for dinner, ………
Answer: bring some flowers, candy or something made in your native country
Source: unit 3, passage 2,line 7, page 55(course book)
25 Passage 5: Read the passages carefully, then choose the correct answer