Sometimes Americans are said to be ()
A.superficially friend
B.superficial friend
C.superficial friendly
D.superficially friendly
A.superficially friend
B.superficial friend
C.superficial friendly
D.superficially friendly
Which of the reasons is NOT mentioned for Americans' inclination to privacy?
A.They need time to work out things about themselves.
B.They get refreshed on their mental status.
C.They sometimes want to be isolated from the community.
D.They have something that would not be shared with others.
A、"Excuse me " is a polite way when we ask someone for help.
B、Sometimes, the people from different countries may cause misunderstandings because of the different cultural background.
C、Americans dislike the bat.
D、Write the names and the phone numbers of emergency contacts on a small piece of paper and put it in your wallet when you are out.
Because the United States is a highly active society, full of movement and change, people always seem to be on the go. In this highly charged atmosphere, Americans can sometimes seem brusque or impatient. They want to get to know you as quickly as possible and then move on to something else. Sometimes, early on, they will ask you questions that you may feel are very personal. No insult is intended; the questions usually grow out of their genuine interest or curiosity, and their impatience to get to the heart of the matter. And the same goes for you. If you do not understand certain American behavior. or you want to know more about them, do not hesitate to ask them questions about themselves. Americans are usually eager to explain all about their country or anything "American" in which you may be interested. So much so in fact that you may become tired of listening. It doesn't matter, because Americans tend to be uncomfortable with silence during a conversation. They would rather talk about the weather or the latest sports scores, for example, than deal with silence.
On the other hand, don't expect Americans to be knowledgeable about international geography or world affairs, unless those subjects directly involve the United States. Because the United States is not surrounded by many other nations, some Americans tend to ignore the rest of the world.
The general topic of the passage is______.
A.American culture
B.American society
C.Americans' activities
D.Americans' personality
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A.American society.
B.American culture.
C.Americans' personality.
D.Americans' activity.
听力原文: (29)People from different cultures sometimes do things that make each other uncomfortable, sometimes without realizing it. Most Americans have never been out of the country and have very little experience with foreigners. But they are usually spontaneous, friendly and open, and enjoy meeting new people, having guests and bringing people together formally or informally. They tend to use first names in most situations and speak freely about themselves. (30) So if your American hosts do something that makes you uncomfortable, try to let them know how you feel. Most people will appreciate your honesty and try not to make you uncomfortable again. And you'll learn something about another culture!
(29) Many travelers find it easier to meet people in the US than in other countries. They may just come up and introduce themselves or even invite you over before they really know you.
Sometimes Americans are said to be superficially friendly. Perhaps it seems so, but they are probably just having a good time. Just like anywhere else, it takes time to become real friends with people in the US.
(31)If and when you stay with American friends, they will probably enjoy introducing you to their friends and family, and if they seem proud to know you, it's probably because they are. Relax and enjoy it!
(30)
A.The cultural heritage of Americans.
B.How to deal with Americans.
C.How to do business with Americans.
D.How to travel to America.
Many travelers find【C11】______easier to meet people in the U.S. than in other countries. They may just【C12】______and introduce themselves or even invite you over【C13】______they really know you. Sometimes Americans are said to be【C14】______Perhaps it seems so, but they are probably just【C15】______a good time. Just like【C16】______, it takes time to become real friends【C17】______people in the U. S..
If and when you【C18】______American friends, they will probably【C19】______introducing you to their friends and family, and if they seem proud【C20】______you, it's probably because they are. Relax and enjoy it!
【C1】
A.has never been
B.has been never
C.have been never
D.have never been
The belief in the rule of law goes beyond the area of politics to other areas of life that are governed by formal rules and procedures. To get a job with government institutions, for example, or to get government funding for a research project, one must follow published procedures and show that one meets the published requirements. Personal connections are not supposed to matter under the rule of law.
This is not to say that personal contacts, wealth, and social influence do not matter in situations where laws and rules are to be obeyed. They may, what is said above describes the ideal with which Americans agree. In reality, connections can sometimes help a person get a government job. Rich people can sometimes go unpunished for illegal behavior. that poor people would be likely to be punished for. But in general the rule of law prevails, and Americans are proud that it does.
The word "stations" (Line 5 , Para 1) is closest in meaning to______.
A.stages
B.situations
C.successes
D.social positions
Americans sometimes use plain talk when they are uncomfortable. (77) If people praise them or thank them in an especially polite way, they may become uncomfortable and not know what to say in reply. They don't want to be impolite or rude, you can be sure that they liked what was said about them. Except for certain holidays, such as Christmas, Americans don't usually give gifts. Thus, you will find Americans embarrassed as they accept gifts, especially if they have nothing to give in return. They are generally a warm but informal people.
The fact that Americans like shorter answers tells us ______.
A.they reply very quickly in a hurry
B.they choose words too carefully
C.they like replying briefly
D.they want to be as polite as they can
Section B
Directions: In this section, you will hear 3 short passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear some questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A, B, C and D.
听力原文: Comparatively speaking, Americans give gifts on a relatively small number of occasion and to a relatively small circle for people. Offering gifts to people who do not expect them can cause mutual embarrassment and can even lead to the suspicion that the gift-giver is seeking to influence the recipient in an inappropriate way.
Generally, Americans give gifts to relatives and close friends. Frequently they give gifts such as flowers, wine or candy to hostesses. They do not normally give gifts to teachers, business colleagues, or other people who might be in a position to grant or withhold favorable treatment. In fact giving gifts to people who are in a position to grant or withhold favors can be regarded as an improper effort to gain favor.
Christmas comes close to being a national gift-giving day in America. Except for those non Christians, Americans exchange gifts with relatives, schoolmates, and close friends. Other gift-giving occasions are days that are special to the recipient: birthdays, graduations, weddings, and childbirths. A "house-warming" gift is sometimes given to people who have moved into a new house.
Americans try to select a gift they believe the recipient could use or would enjoy. People are not expected to give expensive gifts unless they can readily afford them.
Americans commonly send a Christmas card to each of their acquaintances and sometimes to business colleagues as well.
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A.Almost the same through the ages.
B.Showing different representative styles through the ages.
C.Developing from pictures and signs.
D.Developed by great calligraphers.
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