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It is important for Americans to thank other people for favors even if what the other person did was very
small. Both children and older people should be thanked for any kind act. The person accepting the thanks
usually says something to make the favor seem small, or says that it was his pleasure to help you, or simply,
"You're welcome."
It is equally important to apologize when you have hurt or disappointed someone. When possible, you
should always add a reasonable explanation or excuse for your behavior. When there is some loss or damage
to personal property (财产), the person responsible (负责) for the loss should both apologize and offer to pay
for the item.
Most of the time the other person accepts the apology graciously and doesn't show any disappointment or
anger. But if the problem was really serious or it happened several times before, the person might say
something how he feels.
1. It is necessary to thank a person who is _____ for any kind act. [ ]
A. older than you
B. younger than you
C. the same age as you
D. all of the above
2. If you do any damage to someone's property, you should _____. [ ]
A. say how sorry you feel and offer to pay for the item.
B. just apologize for what you have done.
C. say nothing and try to forget about it.
D. pay for the damage without saying a word.
3. When you apologize for something, you should _____. [ ]
A. always remember to say it is not your fault.
B. try to explain the reason for your actions.
C. add an excuse even if it is not a good one.
D. none of the above
4. When someone apologizes to you, you should _____. [ ]
A. accept the apology kindly
B. tell him how upset you are
C. take no notice of him.
D. give an angry reply and leave him alone.
5. Choose the best title of this passage. [ ]
A. Don't hurt others
B. Thanking
C. Habit of Americans
D. Thanking and Apologizing
