Unit 10
(考试时间:100分钟)
一、完形填空(共8小题,计8分)
根据短文内容,从方框中选出适当的单词或短语填空,使语意完整通顺。每个选项只能使用一次,每框有一项剩余。(第一框供1-4小题选用,第二框供5-8小题选用)
A. proper B. in person C. mean D. customs E. in public
India is a country rich in tradition and culture. If you are planning to travel to India, it would be helpful to know the following(1) .
You should not hold hands with, kiss or hug anyone(2) , even your loved ones.As a conservative(保守的) country, India does not welcome public displays of affection(表露喜爱) such as hugging and kissing.
Although Indian people's eyes are big and considered the most beautiful in Asia, it is not (3) to look straight into a person's eyes while talking. Indian people make less eye communication than Western people do. However, this does not(4) that Indian people are not honest. It is just part of their culture.
A. trouble B. pay attention to C. allowed D. no one E. except
Another custom that you should(5)_is that men shouldn't touch Indian women.In fact, only their sons can touch them in public. When it comes to other people, however,a friendly knock on the back between people of the same gender(性别) is(6) .However, whatever you do, stay away from the head. According to Indian culture, the head is the most important part of the human body, and(7) can touch it. So if you touch an Indian person's head by accident, say sorry as soon as possible to prevent any(8) .
二、阅读理解(共12小题,计24分)
A
There are many unusual customs around the world. If you travel there, it's important for you to know about them.
Greece
If children are changing their teeth, instead of saving their teeth and placing them under a pillow(枕头) for the tooth fairy(仙子) to collect, Greek children's teeth of their homes. This unusual tradition is thought to bring good luck for the family, as well as a healthy tooth for the child!
China
When dining with locals and traveling in cities, it's important to give out gifts as a way of saying thank you. But remember to avoid giving them the following gifts:clocks,handkerchiefs(手帕), shoes and anything white or black. It may seem like a good way of saying thank you for their lovely treat, but they are each strongly connected with death and funerals.A proper gift to pass on to show your thanks is delicious sweets or fresh tea.
Thailand
This is probably one of the most unusual customs to look out for, but it's also a lot of fun—especially for your kids!Every November, in the town of Lopburi, the locals lay out fresh fruit, cakes and candies on top of tables that line the streets. But these mouth-watering treats aren't for the people, they're for the native Macaque monkeys to enjoy. This strange but wonderful celebration is called the Monkey Buffet Festival, and is a must-see on a trip to Thailand.
根据短文内容,选择最佳答案。
( )9. Children in Greece often deal with their changed teeth by .
A. placing them under the pillows
B. saving them
C. throwing them to the roof of their homes
( )10. If you are going to give a gift to your Chinese friend, you can't choose .
A. red flowers B.a white cup C. green tea
( )11. Shoes can't be given to friends as presents in China because .
A. they are too expensive
B. they are not special
C. they are not lucky
( )12. We see in Thailand every November.
A. people treat monkeys with delicious food.
B. monkeys help people make delicious food
C. people and monkeys enjoy delicious food together.
B
In Britain you may often hear “Drop in any time”or “Come to see me soon”, but you can't really do that. People just say those things to make you feel welcome. It is better to telephone before visiting someone at home. If you receive a written invitation to an event that says“RSVP”, you should reply to let the person who sent the invitation know whether or not you plan to go.
You should never accept an invitation unless you really plan to go. You may refuse by saying,“Thank you for inviting me, but I will not be able to come.”If, after accepting, you are unable to go, be sure to tell those who are expecting you as soon as possible that you will not be there.
Though it is not necessarily expected that you give a gift to your host, it is considered polite to do so, especially if you have been invited for a meal. Flowers, chocolate, or a small gift are all appropriate(合适的). A thank-you note or telephone call after the visit is also considered polite and is an appropriate way to express your appreciation for the invitation.
根据短文内容,选择最佳答案。
( )13. What can you do when a British friend says,“Drop in any time”
A. Visit him or her at any time.
B. Say no time to him or her seriously.
C. Telephone him or her before visiting.
( )14. What does the underlined word“RSVP”probably mean in Chinese
A.请自便 B.请回复 C.请接受
( )15. What should you do if your British friend sends you an invitation but you do not want to go
A. Do not give him or her an answer.
B. Tell another friend to go instead of you.
C. Tell him or her that you can't be there for some reason.
( )16. Which of the following is considered impolite in Britain
A. Refuse the invitation without telling anyone.
B. Buy small presents when invited.
C. Write a thank-you note after a visit
C
There are many differences between Chinese eating habits and Western eating habits. In the West, everyone has their own plate of food. But in China the dishes are placed on the table and everyone shares.(17) Chinese take pride in their culture and will do their best to show their hospitality(好客).
And sometimes the Chinese host uses their chopsticks to put food in your bowl or plate.This is a sign of politeness.(18) If you feel uncomfortable with this, you can just say a polite “Thanks”and leave the food there. Don't stick your chopsticks upright into the rice bowl.(19) The reason for this is that when somebody dies, the shrine(神祠) to them has a bowl of sand or rice with two chopsticks which are stuck upright in it. It is impolite to set the teapot down where the spout(壶嘴) is facing towards somebody. The spout should always be directed to where nobody is sitting, usually just outward(向外) from the table.
(20) Beggars(乞丐) hit on their bowls, so this is not polite. Also, when the food is coming too slowly in a restaurant, people will tap their bowls. If you are in someone's home, it is like offending the cook.
根据短文内容,从方框中选出四个选项填入文中空缺处 ,有一项多余。
A.Instead, lay them on your dis
B. It's rude to speak with your mouth full.
C. Don't hit on your bowl with your chopsticks.
D. If you are being treated by a Chinese host, there must be a lot of food prepared for you
E. The proper thing to do would be to eat the whatever-it-is and say how delicious it is.
三、语法填空(共15小题,计30分)
阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式,必要时可加助动词或情态动词。
A
In Colombia we' re pretty(21) ( relax) about time. We don't like to rush around,so we don't mind if people are a little late sometimes. If you tell a friend you're going to their it's OK if you arrive a bit late. We really enjoy our time slowly. We value the time we spend with family and friends in our everyday lives. We often just drop by our (22) ( friend) homes if we have time. Besides, we don't usually have to make plans to meet our friends. We often just walk around the town center, seeing as(23) (many) of our friends as we can!
In Switzerland, it's very important to be on time. We' re(24) capital of clocks and watches after all! If someone invites you to meet him or her at noon, then you (25) ( expect) to be there at noon. If you' re even fifteen minutes late, your friend may get mad. So I make an effort to be on time when I meet my friends. I always leave the house early to avoid heavy traffic because I think it is impolite to keep others(26) ( wait). Also, we never visit a friend's house(27) ( with) calling first. We almost always make plans to see friends. We usually plan to do something interesting, or go somewhere together.
B
Dear Tony,
I'm glad that you are coming to my city, Ningbo, as an exchange student. Ningbo is a city with beautiful coasts that lies in the(28) ( east) part of China.I think you must get your passport first . You must also make an effort to learn about Chinese customs. After all,China is a strange country to you . To make you feel at home, let me give you some (29) ( suggest) about good manners here.
First, when you meet my parents, you should greet them with a smile. You're not supposed to kiss them.
Second, you're expected to behave well at table. I will teach you some basic skills to use chopsticks.I'm sure you can(30) ( gradual) get used to eating with chopsticks. Of course, it's(31) ( polite) to stick your chopsticks into the food. You' re not supposed to point(32) anyone with your chopsticks. As a guest, you don't have to clean the leftovers(剩菜) off.
You'd like to visit China's capital, Beijing. It's a city in northern China. I think Beijing is worth(33) ( visit) in fall, because it's the most beautiful of the four seasons. And I' ll go out of(34) (I) way to show you around the school. When you drop by the school,you can find the classroom isn't empty, but full of students. And teachers still write on the blackboard with chalk.(35)____ it's traditional, it's of great value and helpful to students.
I hope you will get relaxed here and have a wonderful trip!
四、阅读表达(共5小题,计10分)
根据短文内容,回答下列问题。
Do as the Romans do
Different countries have different customs. So we often say,“When in Rome, do as the Romans do.”Here are some things that may help you.
In Korea you are supposed to bow when you meet someone. In the Middle East, Arabs greet each other by touching noses. In Thailand, people greet each other by putting their hands together and bowing slightly. In South America, you can expect to be hugged when you meet someone. In the USA, people shake hands when meeting each other.
In China it's OK to make a lot of noise in a restaurant. In fact, if a restaurant isn't noisy and lively, you may think there's something wrong with it. However, in many Western countries, restaurants are quiet places. If a table is too loud, other people who are eating there will be unhappy.
Paying the bill is also different from country to country. In China one person usually pays for everyone. In Western countries, if friends eat together, they usually share the cost.This is called“go Dutch”. Also, when Westerners pay the bill, they usually leave some money for the waiter. This is called“leaving a tip(小费)”. Leaving a tip is thought to be polite.
In some Western countries, lunch is usually eaten at about 1 p.m. Dinner is served around 7p.m. or even later. In Spain it is common to have lunch at 3 p.m. and dinner at 10 p.m.
Knives and forks are used for most Western food. The fork is held in your left hand and the knife in your right, and the food is held with the fork and cut with the knife. Soup is eaten with a spoon. However, there is some food which can eat with your fingers, such as chicken wings and hamburgers.
If you are invited to have dinner in a western family, you are expected to arrive on time.It's better for you to prepare a gift. Be seated from the left side and put the handkerchief on your legs.
36. What do people do when they meet in the USA
37. How do people pay the bill in China
38. What can be eaten with your fingers in some Western countries
39. When do people in Spain eat lunch
40. How many rules should you pay attention to when visiting a western family
五、补全对话(共4小题,计8分)
根据下面的对话情景,在每个空白处填上适当的句子,使对话的意义连贯、完整。
A:Hello, Bob!Is everything going well
B:Yes. Thanks. How about you
A: Me, too.41.
B:Yes.I lived in France with my sister for one year, so I know the table manners in France very well.
A: Great!42.
B:Sure. First, you are supposed to put your bread on the table.
A:Oh, it's pretty strange. Anything else
B:And it's rude to say you're full.
A:43.
B:If you don't want any more food, you should say, “It was delicious.”
A:I see.I'll go to France to visit my pen pal next month.
B:44. .
A:Thank you very much!
六、书面表达(本题20分)
你的韩国朋友张明将来中国参加商务会,他想了解中国的风俗习惯,请你给他写一封信,讲述一些中国的风俗习惯。
内容包括:
1. What are Chinese people supposed to do when they meet for the first time
2. What are the table manners in China
作文要求:
1.不得在作文中出现学校的真实名称和学生的真实姓名。
2.语句连贯,词数80个左右。作文的开头已经给出,不计入总词数。
Dear Zhang Ming,
How are you I'm happy you can come for the business meeting.
Yours,
Li Hong