Readingpractice.ppt

3. You shouldn’t talk about your feelings. No, it is acceptable to talk about your feelings. 4. Don’t ask personal questions. No, Americans will not usually mind being asked personal questions. 3. If you clearly show you are aware of cultural differences, they may… be aware of 知道 e.g. They?should?be?aware?of?their?rights.? 他们应该知道他们的权利。 John has been aware of having done something wrong. 约翰已意识到自己做错了事情。 4. Although some people may not only be open about it, but show off their wealth. show off 炫耀 e.g. She likes to?show off?her fine clothes.? 她喜欢炫耀她的精美衣服。 He wrote in that style just to?show off.? 这种文体写文章，完全是为了卖弄文采。 * * Look at the words in the box and find the proper words to fill in the blank. argument compliment conversation curious disagreement dull genuine embarrassment factual hospitable sensitive secretive violate wealth She received many ___________ on the design of her new dress. 2. If this offer is _______ I will gladly accept it. 3. They went to prison because they _______ the law. compliments genuine violated 4. Billionaires are usually fairly ________ about the exact amount that they are worth. 5. The _________ host had his spare room emptied very quickly for the honored guest. 6. She is _______ to what people think of her. secretive hospitable sensitive Work in pairs. Read the advice on small talk. Check which statements are true for Americans. You can ask about families, what people do and like, etc. Yes. 2. It’s OK to talk about religion and politics. No, it’s best to avoid these topics. 5. Make sure you don’t talk about the weather or give compliments. No, these topics are safe. 6. You can talk about people’s age and their income. No, you cannot talk about people’s age or how much money they earn. Decide which of the statements expresses the wri