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Many Germans, both the young and the old, love celebrating their birthdays. In Germany, like in most countries around the world, cake, presents, family and friends bring fun and happiness to such a special day, In general, birthday customs in Germany are similar to the ones in American birthday celebrations, However, there are some different ones one should pay attention to when in Germany.

First, never wish a German a happy birthday before his or her birthday, It is considered bad luck to do so. There are no well-wishes. cards or presents given before a German’s birthday,

Second, if somebody in Germany invites you out for his or her birthday, the bill will be paid by the birthday person. And don’t try insisting on (坚持) paying for yourself, It won’t work.

Third, the one who has the birthday can enjoy a holiday for half a day, So Germans can usually plan their birthdays well. They like to spend it funnily, with much relaxation. Germans like to prepare a party after the birthday meal to sing and dance happily.

Fourth, if he wants some presents very much, he may ring his friends or relatives to ask for them directly. They don’t think it rude.

Besides. When you are invited, please be on time, Being late is considered to be too impolite.

1.What brings great fun to a birthday in Germany?

________________ and friends bring fun to a birthday.

2.What shouldn’t one do before a German birthday?

Don’t ________________ a happy birthday before his or her birthday.

3.Who will usually pay the birthday meal?

The birthday meal is usually paid by ________________.

4.How do Germans feel about being late?

Germans consider being later to be ________________.

5.How many different birthday customs in Germany are mentioned in this passage?

There are ________________.

Answer 1