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Unit 6 Crossing Cultures
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内容导航
单元话题 基础语篇练习 重难语篇练习
单元话题聚焦
文化差异
基础语篇练习
稳扎稳打 必拿分数：聚焦稳拿分数题目，确保基础分值
重难语篇练习
突破瓶颈 争夺高分：聚焦高难度题目，争夺关键分数
基础语篇练习
We all know it’s polite to follow local customs when we’re in a new place. So when you have Western food
with others, it’s good to do as Western people do. Here are some things that you may need to know about eating
together in the West.
During the meal, you may be invited to serve yourself by someone who says, “Help yourself.” Or you will
be served by someone who asks, “Would you like some...?” You can take it and say, “Thank you.” If you are given
something you do not like, you can just say, for example, “I’m sorry. I don’t eat meat.” or “I don’t eat fish.” Don’t
worry. No one will be cross. If you are offered more food but can’t eat any more, just say, “No, thanks. It was
delicious, but I’ve had enough.”
Remember that it is polite to say that you enjoy every dish when it is served, and that you have enjoyed the
food at the end of a meal.
It is sometimes difficult to know when the meal is over. If you are invited to dinner by Western friends, you
will be expected to stay and talk around the dinner table long after the last dish is served, and it is not polite if you
leave as soon as you finish eating.
The rule is: Watch the other people. Do as they do.
1．What does the underlined word “cross” probably mean in Paragraph 2?
A．Angry. B．Serious. C．Shy. D．Satisfied.
2．Which behaviour is polite while eating in the West?
A．Saying you enjoy every dish. B．Leaving as soon as you finish eating.
C．Keeping silent after the last dish. D．Watching others eat all the time.
3．Who may the text be written for?A．Romans. B．Westerners. C．Chinese. D．Americans.
4．How is the text organized? (①=Paragraph 1, ...)
A． B． C． D．
5．What is the main purpose of the text?
A．To introduce Western dishes. B．To explain the importance of table manners.
C．To provide tips on polite behaviour at Western meals. D．To compare Eastern and Western eating
habits.
【答案】1．A 2．A 3．C 4．D 5．C
【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了在西方用餐时的礼貌行为和餐桌礼仪。
1．词句猜测题。根据第二段语境，当你被提供不喜欢的食物时，只需说明，不用担心，没有生气，划线
部分的含义是“生气的”。故选A。
2．细节理解题。根据“Remember that it is polite to say that you enjoy every dish when it is served”可知，在
西方用餐时，说喜欢每一道菜是礼貌的行为。故选A。
3．推理判断题。文章开头提到“follow local customs when we’re in a new place”，并针对西方用餐礼仪给
出建议，结合语境推测，这篇文章是写给不熟悉西方餐桌礼仪的人，如中国人（Chinese）。故选C。
4．篇章结构题。通读全文可知，文章第一段总起，引出西方用餐礼仪的话题；第二、三、四段分别从用
餐中、用餐表达、餐后行为三个方面介绍具体礼仪；第五段总结规则。故选D。
5．主旨大意题。文章整体围绕西方用餐时的礼貌行为展开，提供了具体的餐桌礼仪建议。故选C。
Many people love travelling to different countries, but if you plan to go abroad, you should know how to
behave in different situations around the world.Most travellers enjoy meeting new people, but sometimes you can be rude without saying anything. In
Russia, you should never shake hands in a doorway, and if you’re travelling in some European countries, people
usually stand quite close to each other when they talk, but in countries like the US, you need to give people more
personal space. Also, it’s rude to interrupt Japanese people while they are talking to you. You must wait until they
finish before you start speaking.
In restaurants in China, you can leave a bit of food on your plate, and it’s OK to start smoking before other
people finish eating, which you mustn’t do in the UK. When in India, remember to eat with your right hand. Also,
avoid leaving empty bottles on the dinner table in Russia—that’s bad luck.
When you’re travelling in Asia, if someone invites you to his or her home, don’t forget to take off your
shoes when you arrive. And if you visit an Arab family’s home, don’t admire anything valuable because your host
will feel he should give it to you as a present.
1．Which of the following is true according to the passage?
A．It’s polite to shake hands in a doorway in Russia. B．People in the US like to stand close
when talking. C．It’s rude to interrupt Japanese people while they’re talking. D．It’s OK to leave
empty bottles on the table in Russia.
2．What does the underlined word “interrupt” mean in Chinese?
A．跟随 B．打断 C．附和 D．模仿
3．What should you do when visiting an Arab family’s home?
A．Take off your shoes. B．Leave some food on the plate.
C．Don’t admire valuable things. D．Eat with your right hand.
4．What does the writer want to tell us?
A．Practice makes perfect. B．Where there is a will, there is a way.
C．When in Rome, do as the Romans do. D．Actions speak louder than words.
5．Where is this passage most probably from?
A．A travel guide.B．A science report. C．A storybook. D．A dictionary.
【答案】1．C 2．B 3．C 4．C 5．A
【导语】本文介绍了在国外旅行时应注意的文化礼仪差异，包括肢体距离、餐桌礼仪、拜访习俗等方面。
1．细节理解题。根据第二段“it’s rude to interrupt Japanese people while they are talking to you.”可知，打断
日本人说话是不礼貌的。故选C。
2．词句猜测题。根据第二段“You must wait until they finish before you start speaking.”可知，你必须等他们
说完才能开始说话，因此“interrupt”意为“打断”。故选B。3．细节理解题。根据第四段“if you visit an Arab family’s home, don’t admire anything valuable”可知，拜访
阿拉伯家庭时不要赞赏贵重物品。故选C。
4．主旨大意题。全文介绍了不同国家的文化礼仪差异，旨在告诉我们在不同文化中应尊重当地习俗，即
“入乡随俗”。故选C。
5．推理判断题。本文为出国旅行者提供了不同国家的行为礼仪建议，属于旅行指南类内容。故选A。
A Cross-Cultural Dinner
Last week, my family had a dinner with an Indian family. It was my first time joining a cross-cultural
dinner, and I was a little nervous.
First, we learned the greeting. We did namaste and smiled at the Indian family, and they did the same to us.
Then, the host served curry for us. At first, I wanted to use a fork, but my mom told me to try eating with my palm
like the Indians. It was fun!
The Indian family told us many interesting customs. They said that in India, it’s not rude to talk with your
hands when eating. Also, they don’t like to waste food, so we should finish all the food on our plates.
Before we left, we hugged each other and exchanged postcards. I felt so happy to make friends with them.
This dinner taught me that respect and kindness are the keys to cross-cultural communication.
1．What was the writer’s feeling before the dinner?
A．Excited. B．Nervous. C．Bored. D．Angry.
2．What food did the Indian family serve?
A．Pizza. B．Salad. C．Curry. D．Noodles.
3．What did the writer’s mom tell him to do?
A．Use a fork to eat. B．Eat with his palm.
C．Talk with his mouth full. D．Leave some food.
4．What did they do before leaving?
A．Shook hands and left. B．Bowed to each other.
C．Hugged and exchanged postcards. D．Ate more curry.
【答案】1．B 2．C 3．B 4．C
【导语】本文主要讲述了作者一家与一个印度家庭共进跨文化晚餐的经历，包括学习问候方式、尝试印
度用餐习俗、了解印度有趣的风俗以及离开前的互动等，作者从这次晚餐中领悟到尊重和友善是跨文化
交流的关键。
1．细节理解题。根据“It was my first time joining a cross-cultural dinner, and I was a little nervous.”可知，作
者在晚餐前有点紧张。故选B。2．细节理解题。根据“Then, the host served curry for us.”可知，印度家庭招待的食物是咖喱。故选C。
3．细节理解题。根据“At first, I wanted to use a fork, but my mom told me to try eating with my palm like the
Indians.”可知，作者的妈妈让他用手掌吃饭。故选B。
4．细节理解题。根据“Before we left, we hugged each other and exchanged postcards.”可知，离开前他们互
相拥抱并交换了明信片。故选C。
Avoid Giving Certain Flowers in RussiaBe careful when giving
flowers to your friend or a business partner in Russia. Yellow flowers
mean a trick or a relationship break-up. No red carnations (康乃馨) too.
Traditionally, red carnations have something to do with death.
Don’t Show up on Time in Venezuela (委内瑞拉)In Venezuela,
if you are invited to someone’s home for a meal, it’s suggested that you
arrive 10 to 15 minutes later than the planned time. Being early or on
time is viewed as being rude there.
Skip the Tab in TürkiyeWhen doing business in Türkiye, it’s the
custom for your host to pay for your meal. Request to split (平摊) the
bill will be viewed as a polite way but won’t be accepted. If you would
like to pay your share, Turks suggest inviting your host to a follow-up
meal.
1．What colour of flowers CAN’T be given at weddings in Russia?
A．Blue. B．Yellow. C．Purple. D．White.
2．If your friend invites you to her home at 5 p. m. in Venezuela, what is a good time to arrive?
A．4:10 p. m. B．4:45 p. m. C．5:00 p. m. D．5:13 p. m.
3．When a man wants to pay for a whole meal for you in Türkiye, what should you do?
A．Ask for a share of the bill. B．Ask to pay it all instead.
C．Invite him for another meal. D．Buy him something with the same cost.
4．Which column (栏目) of a magazine does the text probably come from?
A．HEALTH. B．CULTURE.
C．EDUCATION. D．ENVIRONMENT.
【答案】1．B 2．D 3．C 4．B
【导语】文章介绍了三个国家独特的文化习俗，提醒人们在跨文化交流中需注意当地礼仪。
1．细节理解题。根据第一栏“Be careful when giving flowers to your friend or a business partner in Russia.Yellow flowers mean a trick or a relationship break-up.”可知，黄色花朵意味着欺骗或关系的破裂，因此不能
在婚礼上赠送黄色花朵。故选B。
2．细节理解题。根据第二栏“In Venezuela, if you are invited to someone’s home for a meal, it’s suggested
that you arrive 10 to 15 minutes later than the planned time.”可知，在委内瑞拉，被邀请到别人家吃饭时，建
议比计划时间晚10到15分钟到达。因此，如果朋友邀请你在下午5点到家，那么合适的到达时间是5:13
p. m。故选D。
3．细节理解题。根据第三栏“When doing business in Türkiye, it’s the custom for your host to pay for your
meal. Request to split (平摊) the bill will be viewed as a polite way but won’t be accepted. If you would like to
pay your share, Turks suggest inviting your host to a follow-up meal.”可知，在土耳其，主人支付账单是一种
习俗。虽然提出平摊账单被视为一种礼貌的方式，但不会被接受。相反，土耳其人建议邀请主人参加下
一顿饭来分担费用。因此，当一个人想在土耳其为你支付整餐的费用时，你应该邀请他再吃一顿饭。故
选C。
4．推理判断题。文章介绍了不同国家的文化和风俗习惯，如俄罗斯的花卉禁忌、委内瑞拉的守时观念以
及土耳其的付款方式等。这些内容属于文化范畴，因此这篇文章很可能来自一本杂志的文化栏目。故选
B。
Nowadays more and more people like to have a trip around the world. In order to have a wonderful trip, it
is necessary for them to know what to do in different countries and how to deal with cultural differences. Here are
different cultures from three countries.
Canadians are easy to get along with and they usually say hello to each other even if they are strangers.
When men and women meet, women usually hold out their hands first. If a woman doesn’t want to shake hands,
she can just nod and smile. If a man wears gloves, he should take them off before shaking hands.
Brazilians (巴西人) are very friendly and they always get ready to say hello to others. They stand very
close to each other when they speak and may touch each other’s arms or backs. And if you go to a business
meeting in Brazil, you are not expected to take a present.
When you meet Indians, it is important to say hello to the oldest person first. But you’d better not hold out
your left hand when you say hello, because it is impolite. Also, many Indians are enthusiastic (热情的) and they
like to say hello actively and have a conversation with you when you travel in India.
Different countries have different cultures. No matter where we go, we should respect the cultures there.
1．What will a Canadian woman do if she doesn’t want to shake hands?
A．Nod and smile. B．Say hello to others.
C．Touch others’ arms. D．Wear a pair of gloves.
2．Match the countries with the customs and choose the right answer.①India a. Men take off gloves before shaking hands.
②Canada b. People stand very close when speaking.
③Brazil c. Greet the oldest person first.
A．①-c; ②-b; ③-a B．①-b; ②-c; ③-a C．①-c; ②-a; ③-b D．①-a; ②-c; ③-
b
3．What can we learn from the passage?
A．Women in India usually hold out their hands first.
B．People in Brazil needn’t take a gift to a business meeting.
C．Men in India usually hold out their left hand to say hello.
D．People in Brazil don’t often touch each other when speaking.
4．What’s the structure of the passage?
A． B． C． D．
5．What’s the writer’s purpose in writing the passage?
A．To teach people how to be polite.
B．To make more people enjoy traveling.
C．To introduce different cultures from three countries.
D．To show the importance of knowing different cultures.
【答案】1．A 2．C 3．B 4．C 5．C
【导语】本文介绍了加拿大、巴西和印度三个国家不同的社交文化习俗，强调了尊重文化差异的重要
性。。
1．细节理解题。根据“If a woman doesn’t want to shake hands, she can just nod and smile.”可知，如果一个
加拿大女人不想握手，她会点头微笑。故选A。
2．细节理解题。根据“If a man wears gloves, he should take them off before shaking hands.”可知，加拿大男
士在握手前应该脱下手套，②对应a；根据“They stand very close to each other when they speak.”可知，巴
西人说话时站得很近，③对应b；根据“When you meet Indians, it is important to say hello to the oldest
person first.”可知，印度人首先问候最年长的人，①对应c。故选C。
3．细节理解题。根据“And if you go to a business meeting in Brazil, you are not expected to take a present.”
可知，巴西人不必带礼物去参加商务会议。故选B。
4．篇章结构题。通读全文可知，文章第一段引出话题，第二至第四段分别讲了三个国家的文化习俗，第五段总结全文。故文章为总—分—总结构。故选C。
5．推理判断题。根据“Here are different cultures from three countries.”可知，文章旨在介绍三个国家的文
化差异。故选C。
China is a nation of etiquette (礼仪). Chinese people are among the most hospitable people in the world. If
foreigners visit a Chinese family, they would be surprised at the warmth that they would receive as guests.
When you visit a Chinese family, the host usually makes tea for you. Then he will serve you snacks like
biscuits or candy. Someone in the family will also talk with you, never letting you feel lonely.
At the same time, other family members will prepare a meal for you. Chinese people treat their guests with
a big meal. They always prepare more food than the guests can eat. At the table, the guests must be the first to eat.
Perhaps one of the things that surprises a Western guest most is that some Chinese hosts like to pick up food for
visitors, which won’t happen at Western tables. The Chinese families go out of their way to make you feel at
home. As you finish eating, the host usually says, “It seems that you didn’t eat much. Please have more.”
Although you tell them you are full, they still put more food in your bowl.
Being warm and hospitable has long been an important part of Chinese culture and tradition. As Confucius
(孔子) said thousands of years ago: To meet friends from afar, how happy we are!
1．What does the underlined word “hospitable” in Paragraph 1 mean?
A．Welcoming. B．Hard-working. C．Creative. D．Nervous.
2．What will the host probably do for you when you visit a Chinese family?
①Make tea. ②Prepare a meal. ③Serve some snacks. ④Have a party.
A．①②④ B．①②③ C．①③④ D．②③④
3．Why do Chinese families do so much for their guests?
A．To show their wealth (财富).
B．To make the guests feel at home.
C．To make the guests feel uncomfortable.
D．To show they know much about the guests.
4．Why does a Western visitor feel surprised when the host picks up food for him?
A．Because it makes him happy.
B．Because he thinks it’s not necessary.
C．Because he thinks it’s not polite.
D．Because it won’t happen in Western countries.
5．Where may we see the passage?
A．In a diary. B．In a storybook.C．In a dictionary. D．In a newspaper.
【答案】1．A 2．B 3．B 4．D 5．D
【导语】本文主要介绍了中国作为礼仪之邦，人们热情好客的待客之道，包括为客人准备茶水、点心、
饭菜，以及夹菜等独特习俗，并指出这种热情好客是中国文化与传统的重要组成部分。
1．词句猜测题。根据“If foreigners visit a Chinese family, they would be surprised at the warmth that they
would receive as guests.”可知，外国人拜访中国家庭会感受到温暖，说明“hospitable”意为“好客的、热情
的”，与“Welcoming”意思相近。故选A。
2．细节理解题。根据“When you visit a Chinese family, the host usually makes tea for you. Then he will serve
you snacks like biscuits or candy.”和“At the same time, other family members will prepare a meal for you.”可知，
主人会为客人泡茶、准备点心、准备饭菜，对应①②③。故选B。
3．细节理解题。根据“The Chinese families go out of their way to make you feel at home.”可知，中国家庭
为客人做很多事是为了让客人有宾至如归的感觉。故选B。
4．细节理解题。根据“Perhaps one of the things that surprises a Western guest most is that some Chinese hosts
like to pick up food for visitors, which won’t happen at Western tables.”可知，西方客人惊讶是因为在西方餐桌
上不会发生主人为客人夹菜的事。故选D。
5．推理判断题。通读全文，文章介绍中国的待客文化与礼仪传统，这类文化普及内容可能出现在报纸上。
故选D。
A handshake is a greeting tradition. It is common all over the world. Most countries use handshakes.
People think using the right hand is the proper manner. Different cultures may be more or less likely to shake
hands, or there may be different customs about how to shake hands.
There are different customs about handshakes, both general (普遍的) and specific (具体的) to certain
cultures. The handshake is normally done upon meeting, greeting, parting, offering congratulations, expressing
thankfulness or reaching an agreement. In sports or other competitive (有竞争性的) activities, it is also done as a
sign of good sportsmanship. If a person shakes hands with a player, he wants to show that he trusts and respects
the player. If a handshake is done to form an agreement, the agreement is not official until the hands are parted.
Usually a handshake is made with bare (空的) hands unless health problems or local customs need.
However, it depends on the situation.
In Russia, a handshake is performed by men and seldom performed by women.
In Switzerland, it may be expected to shake the women’s hands first.
Austrians shake hands when meeting, often including meeting with children.
In some areas such as Türkiye or the Arabic speaking Middle East, handshakes aren’t so often used as theyare in the West. Hand shaking between men and women isn’t encouraged in the Arabic world. You should only use
your right hand as well.
1．What does the underlined word “It” refer to?
A．Smile. B．Handshake. C．Kiss. D．Bow.
2．When do people NOT shake hands in the following situations according to the passage?
A．Jack and Tony first meet each other.
B．Tom and his mother say hello every day.
C．The US president and the UK president meet each other for a big event.
D．The managers of two different companies make an agreement in business.
3．Why is a handshake done in sports or other competitive activities?
A．To show interest. B．To greet each person.
C．To say goodbye to each person. D．To express people’s trust and respect.
4．Which of the following is true according to the passage?
A．In Russia, women often use the handshake.
B．You need to shake the women’s hands first in Austria.
C．Many people in the Arabic world may not use handshakes.
D．In Switzerland, you should shake hands even with children.
5．What is the best title for the passage?
A．How to be polite B．Traditional culture
C．Different greeting traditions D．Customs about handshakes
【答案】1．B 2．B 3．D 4．C 5．D
【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了握手这一全球通用的问候传统，讲述了握手的适用场景、通用
礼仪，以及俄罗斯、瑞士、奥地利、阿拉伯地区等不同国家和地区关于握手的独特习俗。
1．词句猜测题。根据第一段“A handshake is a greeting tradition”可知，握手是一种传统的问候方式。此处
“It”指代的是握手。故选B。
2．细节理解题。根据第二段“The handshake is normally done upon meeting, greeting, parting, offering
congratulations, expressing thankfulness or reaching an agreement”可知，握手常用于见面、祝贺、达成协议
等正式场合，家庭成员日常问候通常不需要握手。故选B。
3．细节理解题。根据第二段“In sports or other competitive activities, it is also done as a sign of good
sportsmanship. If a person shakes hands with a player, he wants to show that he trusts and respects the player”可
知，在体育竞赛中，一个人与运动员握手是表明他信任和尊重这位运动员。故选D。4．细节理解题。根据最后一段“Hand shaking between men and women isn’t encouraged in the Arabic world”
可知，阿拉伯国家不鼓励男女握手。故选C。
5．最佳标题题。通读全文可知，本文介绍握手的定义、普遍用途及不同文化中的握手习俗。故选项D“有
关握手的习俗”是文章的最佳标题。故选D。
Jill Smith will go to Mexico and Brazil on business next month. Now she’s learning about some local
customs.
Mexico Brazil
Meeting and greeting
Men shake hands, while women usually
Women pat (拍) each other on the right arm, while
kiss, first on the left side of their faces
men shake hands.
and then the right side.
Gift giving
· If invited to a person’s house, bring a
· If invited to a person’s house, bring a small gift
small gift in yellow or green wrapping
such as sweets or flowers.
(包装).
· Flowers are a good gift, but don’t bring purple or
· Avoid giving handkerchiefs (手帕),
red ones.
scissors, or anything purple or black.
Time (for a meal)
·30 minutes late ·15-30 minutes late
Table manners
· Only eat traditional food
with your hands.
· Make sure your hands are always above the table, but keep
· Keep your hands above the your elbows down.
table, but not your elbows.
· Eat each kind of food with a fork and knife.
· It’s polite to leave some food
· Eat up all the food on your plate.
on the plate.
· Spend some time eating; don’t rush off.
· Make yourself have enough
time for a meal.
1．Who might Jill have dinner with in Mexico next month?
A．A relative. B．A business partner.
C．A new classmate. D．An old friend.
2．What should Jill bring when she visits a business partner’s house in Brazil?
A．Some candies in a yellow box. B．A pair of green scissors.
C．Some pretty purple flowers. D．A white handkerchief.3．Jill had better arrive at ________ if Mary invites her to a meal at 8 p.m. in Mexico.
A． B． C． D．
4．From the reading, we know that in both countries________.
①people eat all food with a fork and knife
②people keep their hands above the table when eating
③people should leave some food on the plate
④ people should spend enough time enjoying a meal
A．①④ B．①②③ C．②④ D．②③④
5．In which part of the newspaper can we find the reading?
A．European Business. B．Healthy Food.
C．International Cultures. D．American Life.
【答案】1．B 2．A 3．D 4．C 5．C
【导语】本文介绍了不同国家的风俗与礼仪。
1．推理判断题。根据“Jill Smith will go to Mexico and Brazil on business next month.”可知，去墨西哥和巴
西是因公出差，吃饭的对象最可能是“商业伙伴”，故选B。
2．细节理解题。根据“If invited to a person’s house, bring a small gift in yellow or green wrapping.”以及
“Avoid giving handkerchiefs (手帕), scissors, or anything purple or black.”可知，在巴西拜访他人家庭时，合
适的小礼物应避开紫色或黑色，并用黄色或绿色包装，选项A“黄色盒子的糖果”符合要求。故选A。
3．细节理解题。根据“30 minutes late”可知，据墨西哥的赴宴时间的习惯（晚到约30分钟），8:30最符
合要求，故选D。
4．细节理解题。根据“Keep your hands above the table, but not elbows.”；“Make yourself have enough time
for a meal.”；“Make sure your hands are always above the table, but keep your elbows down.”以及“Spend
some time eating; don’t rush off.”可知，文中两国共同的餐桌礼仪是“吃饭时双手要放在桌面上”以及“用
餐时要花足够的时间，不要匆匆离开”，其中②和④在两国都适用，故选C。
5．推理判断题。通读全文可知，文章介绍不同国家的风俗与礼仪，显然属于国际文化范畴，故选C。
重难语篇练习
When traveling or communicating with people from other countries, understanding cultural etiquette is
essential to avoid misunderstandings and show respect. Here are some key etiquette tips from different cultures.
In Japan, etiquette is highly valued in daily life. When greeting someone, people usually bow instead ofshaking hands. The depth and duration of the bow depend on the relationship and situation—more formal
occasions require a deeper and longer bow. It’s also polite to remove your shoes when entering someone’s home
or certain traditional buildings. Additionally, pointing with your finger is considered rude; instead, you can gesture
with an open hand.
In India, family and religion play important roles in culture. When meeting someone for the first time,
joining your hands together (known as “namaste”) and nodding slightly is a common and respectful greeting. It’s
important to avoid touching people’s heads, as the head is considered the most sacred part of the body. Also,
eating with your left hand is frowned upon, as the left hand is believed to be unclean.
In France, people value politeness and formality in social interactions. Greeting with a handshake is
common, and close friends or family members may kiss each other on the cheeks (usually twice, starting with the
left cheek). It’s important to address people by their titles (such as “Monsieur” for men and “Madame” for
women) unless invited to use their first names. When dining, it’s rude to start eating before the host says “bon
appétit”.
In Saudi Arabia, Islamic culture influences many aspects of daily life. Greetings are warm and often
involve asking about the other person’s family and health. Men usually shake hands with other men, but physical
contact between men and women who are not relatives is generally avoided. It’s important to dress modestly,
especially for women, who should cover their shoulders and knees in public. Also, avoid eating, drinking, or
smoking in public during Ramadan.
By learning and respecting these cultural etiquette rules, we can build better relationships with people from
different backgrounds and enjoy a more harmonious cross-cultural experience.
1．How do people usually greet each other in Japan?
A．By shaking hands. B．By bowing.
C．By joining hands and nodding. D．By kissing on the cheeks.
2．What is considered rude in India?
A．Using “namaste” as a greeting. B．Touching someone’s head.
C．Eating with the right hand. D．Asking about family.
3．How many times do close friends usually kiss each other on the cheeks in France?
A．Once. B．Twice. C．Three times. D．Four times.
4．What should women do when in public in Saudi Arabia?
A．Dress modestly and cover shoulders and knees.
B．Shake hands with all men they meet.
C．Eat and drink freely during Ramadan.D．Use first names when addressing people.
5．What is the main idea of the passage?
A．The importance of traveling abroad.
B．Different family structures in different countries.
C．Cultural etiquette tips from various countries.
D．Religious beliefs around the world.
【答案】1．B 2．B 3．B 4．A 5．C
【导语】本文主要介绍了日本、印度、法国和沙特阿拉伯四个国家的一些重要文化礼仪，旨在帮助读者
更好地进行跨文化交流。
1．细节理解题。根据文章第2段“When greeting someone, people usually bow instead of shaking hands.”可
知，在日本人们通常用鞠躬而非握手的方式打招呼。故选B。
2．细节理解题。根据文章第3段“It’s important to avoid touching people’s heads, as the head is considered
the most sacred part of the body.”可知，在印度触摸别人的头部被认为是粗鲁的行为。故选B。
3．细节理解题。根据文章第4段“close friends or family members may kiss each other on the cheeks (usually
twice, starting with the left cheek)”可知，在法国，亲密的朋友或家人通常在脸颊上亲吻两次。故选B。
4．细节理解题。根据文章第5段“It’s important to dress modestly, especially for women, who should cover
their shoulders and knees in public.”可知，在沙特阿拉伯，女性在公共场合应着装端庄，遮盖肩膀和膝盖。
故选A。
5．主旨大意题。文章首句提出主题“understanding cultural etiquette is essential”，后文分述日本、印度、
法国、沙特阿拉伯的礼仪规范，结尾再次强调学习这些礼仪的重要性，全文核心为多国文化礼仪建议。
故选C。
①In our fast-changing world, social customs are not staying the same. What people are supposed to do in
different situations has been evolving (演变). This is especially clear in greetings, which are the first step in social
communication.
②Traditionally, customs were quite strict. In many Western cultures like the United States, people used to
be supposed to shake hands in formal meetings. For friends, a simple “hello” was often enough. In China, the
rules were different. People, especially the younger ones, were supposed to show clear respect to the elders. They
would often nod slightly or bow their heads a little. Physical touch was less common than in the West.
③However, things are changing quickly. Nowadays, the handshake is still common in the West for
business, but among friends, hugs are often acceptable. In modern China, while respectful nods are still polite,
handshakes have become very common in cities and workplaces. Young people usually use casual “Hi” or “Hello”in daily life.
④The most noticeable change among young people is the rise of the “fist bump (碰拳).” It is now seen as a
cool, quick, and friendly greeting among teenagers worldwide. It is less formal than a handshake and helps people
feel connected quickly. ______
⑤Why are these changes happening? People’s lives are busier and faster, so greetings have become
quicker. The old strict rules sometimes feel too slow or formal for today’s lifestyle. The key point now is not just
following one strict rule, but showing respect makes everyone feel comfortable.
⑥It is important to understand the changes in today’s modern, connected world. Therefore, let’s keep an
open mind and never stop learning.
1．What were younger people in China traditionally supposed to do when greeting the elders?
A．Shake hands. B．Give a big hug. C．Nod or bow. D．Use a fist bump.
2．Which sentence can be put in the ________?
A．Another new custom is the “elbow bump,” which has become popular during global health problems.
B．Some people still think the old ways of greeting are the best and show more respect to others.
C．Some health experts suggest we should all stop using handshakes in the future to prevent illness.
D．Bowing is still common in many Japanese offices, where it is seen as an important business manner.
3．What’s the best title for the passage?
A．The History of Handshakes
B．Changes in Greeting Customs
C．The Popularity of Greetings
D．Different Cultures, Different Greetings
4．What’s the best structure of this passage?
A．①②/③④/⑤/⑥B．①/②③/④⑤/⑥ C．①②③/④/⑤/⑥ D．①/②/③④⑤/⑥
【答案】1．C 2．A 3．B 4．D
【导语】本文主要讲了在快速变化的世界里，不同文化中的问候习俗正在发生演变，从传统的握手、点
头鞠躬，到现代的碰拳等新方式，并分析了这些变化的原因。
1．细节理解题。根据“In China, the rules were different. People, especially the younger ones, were supposed
to show clear respect to the elders. They would often nod slightly or bow their heads a little.”可知，在中国，传
统上年轻人问候长辈时应该点头或鞠躬。故选C。
2．推理判断题。前文在介绍“碰拳”这种新的流行问候方式，A选项“Another new custom is the ‘elbow
bump,’ which has become popular during global health problems.”同样介绍了一种新的问候方式，与上下文话题连贯，逻辑一致。故选A。
3．最佳标题题。全文围绕不同文化中问候习俗的演变和变化展开，B选项“Changes in Greeting Customs”
最能概括文章主旨。故选B。
4．篇章结构题。①总起（开篇点题，提出社会习俗尤其是问候方式在演变）→②介绍传统问候习俗
→③④⑤介绍现代问候习俗的变化并分析原因→⑥总结（呼吁以开放心态理解变化），对应结构为①/
②/③④⑤/⑥。故选D。
