五、根据首字母提示补全短文。
The UK is a country with good manners. How can you behave properly as a stranger in the UK? Here is some 1. u information for you.
British people usually say “hello” or “nice to meet you” and shake your hand when they meet you for the 2. f time. They only greet relatives or 3. c friends with a kiss. They like to start a conversation with 4. s like the weather, holidays, music or books. They avoid 5. t about age, weight or money.
In public, British people always keep their voice down instead of shouting or laughing 6. l. If you’re in their way, they’ll say “7. e me” and be polite enough to wait till you move. British people are 8. p at home too. They say “please” or “thank you” all the time. Instead of saying “no”, they often say “I’m all right, thank you” when they want to 9. r something.
Just as the saying goes, “When in Rome, do as the Romans do. ” When we are in a 10. s place, we should try to understand and respect the local culture.

六、任务型阅读。
Table manners can be very different in different cultures.
In China, when we invite guests for a meal, it’s polite to wait for the elderly to start eating first. We also use chopsticks gently and try not to make loud noises.
In France, dinner is a special time. People often say “Bon appétit!” to show their wishes for a good meal. Usually, French people taste each dish and enjoy the flavors(味道). And it may take hours for French people to finish a dinner.
In Japan, dining is a quiet and respectful thing. If a conversation is needed, it’s important for people to speak in a low voice. People sit upright and use chopsticks and bowls carefully. It’s polite to say “Itadakimasu” before they start to eat, which means “I humbly receive this meal”.
In the USA, people usually eat simple food such as a sandwich instead of spending a lot of time preparing a big meal. However, it’s still important to be careful with manners and never to eat with your mouth open or elbows(肘) on the table.
In a word, different countries have different dining manners. Understanding them can help us enjoy a nice dining experience abroad.
根据短文内容,回答下列问题。(每题答案不超过 7 个词)
1. What should people in China do to be polite when inviting guests for a meal?

2. What do French people often say to wish others a good meal?

3. How should people speak if they need to have a conversation while dining in Japan?

4. What kind of food do people in the USA usually eat?
5. What do you think of understanding different countries’ dining manners?