閱讀理解 Different countries have different cultures and customs.
Different countries have different cultures and customs.Do you know about them?The following contents will tell you a lot.In both China and some western countries,the rose is regarded as a symbol of love.People think the rose stands for love,peace,courage and friendship.In some Asian countries,standing very close to the person you are talking with is quite common.However,if you do this in Europe,some people might feel uncomforetable.In China,if someone says something good about you,it is polite to answer“No,not at all!”.In Britain or America,a person answers“Thank you!”with a big smile.This may not be common in China,but is good manners in Britain or America.
In Korea,it is polite to pass something to an older person with both hands.In Italy,you don’t make the OK sign with your fingers.In Thailand(泰國),you don’t touch a child on the head.In Britain,it’s not polite to ask people “How much money do you earn ”and Americans don’t mind this so much.But in both Britain and America,it is not polite to ask people how old they are.In a word,it’s very helpful and useful to know something about cultures and customs from different countries.
Judge the following sentences T(true) or F(false) according to the passage.
( ) 61.In Korea,you should pass an old man a cup of tea with both hands.
( ) 62.In Europe,people like to stand close while talking with others.
( )63.In America,you may ask your friend how much money he makes.
( )64.In America,when someone says“Your shirt is very nice!”,you should answer“No,not at all!”
( )65.In many countries,the rose can stand for friendship,courage and peace except love.