Dialogue: Jack: Peter, people around the world come to America to live, work and study, so to understand America in terms of its cultural differences is very important. Peter: I couldn't agree with you more, Jack. Americans are much more assertive than most foreigners. For example, Americans begin a discussion with a focus on accomplishments and concrete facts. Jack: You're right. America is a rather individualistic society, with less social pressure to conform. So you will need to become more assertive and to speak out on your own behalf. Peter: Another aspect of American behavior is Americans are more guarded about personal space. So when you are talking to an American, don't stay too close. This personal distance is not due to body odor or bad breath, but because closeness lends a sense of intimacy that is out of proportion to the relationship at the moment. Jack: Yes. Also, try to avoid physical contact while you are speaking. Touching is a bit too intimate for casual acquaintances. So don't put your arm around their shoulder, touch their face, or hold their hand. Shaking hands when you initially meet or part is acceptable, but this is only momentary. Peter: In many cultures, eye contact is a sign of disrespect, which is not the ease in America. In fact, it is an indication of openness, honesty, and enthusiasm. Question: Casual acquaintances should avoid all of the following forms of physical contact with Americans EXCEPT ______. - having a long hand shake - putting your arm around their shoulder - none of these
putting your arm around their shoulder
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Dialogue: M: Is it still raining? W: Is it raining? Look at my clothes--they're wet. Question: What does the woman mean? - She's looking for her raincoat. - She's wearing her clothes. - She got caught in the rain.
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She got caught in the rain.
Ques: Dialogue: F: Would you mind turning off the radio? M: Sure, of course I will. Question: Will the man mind doing what the woman's words? - No. - We don't know. - Yes, he will.
Ans: Yes, he will.
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Dialogue: F: Look at the clock. We'll be late. M: The film will start at 8: 30. It's 8:00 now. Question: How long do they have before the film start? - Half an hour. - One hour. - One hour and a half.
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Half an hour.
Ques:Dialogue: W: Good morning, Mr. Jacob. Is everything all tight? M: No, it's not. Someone's stolen some of my valuables two rings and a gold necklace. W: I'm very sorry to hear that, sir. Where were they? M: In my room. And the door was locked. It can only be one of your staff. I want my things back. And fast. W: Well, I can certainly understand that you're upset about losing them and we'll do all we can to help. If they really are missing,it's a matter for the police. M: What do you mean, if they are missing? I told you they were. W: Yes, Sir. But first I'll have one of the housekeeping staff look through your room in case they're still there. But I must say that we can't be held responsible. You should have deposited the valuables with Reception. It says so on the Key Card. M: That's not good enough. I want to see the manager immediately. W: I'll be glad to call the duty manager for you, sir. But he'll certainly say the same. We have clear instructions about valuables and we must follow them. Question: Where does this conversation most probably take place? - In a shop. - At a hotel. - At a restaurant.

Ans:At a hotel.
Question: Dialogue: W: You look tired. M: It's been a really busy week. People have been borrowing so many books. This always happens around examination time. Question: Where does the man probably work? - In a supermarket. - In a bookstore. - In a library.
Answer:
In a library.