11.Different countries have different greeting customs.Read this article to know about the greeting customs in different cultures,and make sure you greet people in the right way next time you visit one of these countries.
France
French people greet each other with a handshake,but close friends kiss each other on both cheeks when they meet.They do this gesture when meeting and before leaving.
South Korea
In South Korea,it is sign of respect for people to bow when greeting each other.In South Korea,a bow is followed by a handshake.When shaking someone's hand,it is polite to support the right forearm(前臂) with the left hand.However,South Korea women do not shake hands with Western men; instead,they bow slightly.
Brazil
Kissing women on the cheek is a common way of greeting.In a formal situation,a handshake is often done to show respect.Men should shake hands before and after meeting,and once they have become familiar with each other,a light hug is often given to each other.
Ghana
In a social situation,it's polite greet everyone in the room.A handshake is used in greeting,and one palm(手掌)must directly touch the other palm.It's considered disrespectful to touch the back of the hand.
The Philippines
There are several ways of greeting people in the Philippines.An elderly person places his or her right hand on the forehead of a child to"bless"the latter.This is called"mano".Relatives and family members greet each other with a kiss on the cheek.Friends greet each other with a polite nod or a handshake.
67.Mike kissed a French boy Jim on the cheek,they mayB.
A.meet for the first time
B.be close friends
C.be in a social situation
D.be in a formal situation
68.In Brazil,it is very common toDbetween good friends.
A.shake hands
B.kiss on the cheek
C.bow to each other
D.give a light hug
69.Which of the following is NOT true about the Philippines?C
A.Friends greet each other with a polite nod or a handshake.
B.An old man blesses a child by putting his right hand on the child's forehead.
C.It's impolite to touch the back of the hand when shaking hands.
D.In the Philippines,family members can greet each other with a kiss.
70.The best title for the passage is"A".
A.Greeting customs in different cultures.
B.How to behave politely
C.All the ways to greet people
D.Friends should greet politely.
分析 本文主要向我们介绍了不同的国家有不同的问候习惯,下文具体介绍了五个国家不同的问候习惯,要求我们下次访问这些国家时一定要用正确的方式问候别人:法国,巴西,韩国,加纳,及菲律宾.
解答 67 B 细节理解题.根据第二段中French people greet each other with a handshake,but close friends kiss each other on both cheeks when they meet.可知法国人用握手问候对方,但当亲密朋友见面时,他们亲吻对方.所以选B.
68 D 细节理解题.根据第四段中In a formal situation,a handshake is often done to show respect.Men should shake hands before and after meeting,and once they have become familiar with each other,a light hug is often given to each other.可知在巴西好朋友之间给一个轻轻的拥抱是非常普通的,所以选D.
69 C 细节理解题.根据第五段中A handshake is used in greeting,and one palm (手掌) must directly touch the other palm.It's considered disrespectful to touch the back of the hand.可知握手时触摸手背是不礼貌的,这是加纳的习俗,不属于菲律宾,所以选C.
70 A 标题理解题:根据第一段Different countries have different greeting customs.Read this article to know about the greeting customs in different cultures不同的国家有不同的问候习俗,读这篇文章了解不同文化中的问候习俗.故选A.
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