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Letter A
Dear Mary,
I like your programmes very much. I'm now writing to ask you something about American social
customs (社交习惯): My American friend wants me to join them in their dinner party. I am very happy
and have decided to go, but I'm a little worried about it, too. The social customs in my country are very
different from here, so I'm afraid of making mistakes.
Should I bring a present, such as sweet or flowers? Should I arrive on time or a little late? At the dinner
table, how can I know which fork (叉子) or knife to use? How can I let the family know that I'm thankful
for their kindness
Wang Lin
Letter B
Dear Wang Lin,
It's a good idea to bring a small present when you go to a dinner party. Flowers are always nice, or you
may bring a bottle of wine (葡萄酒) if you know that your friends drink it.
You should arrive on time or five to ten minutes late. Don't get there early. If you're going to be more than
fifteen minutes late, you should call and tell them.
Try to be free at the dinner table. If you don't know about choosing the right fork or knife, just watch the
other people, and follow them. If you still have no idea of what to do ask the person next to you.
If you like the food, say so. Of course, you'll thank them for the meal and for their kindness. It's also a
good idea to send a thank-you card the day after.
Mary
1. Mary is possibly _______.
A. a good housewife
B. a TV hostess (主持人)
C. a member of the dinner party
D. a friend of Wang Lin's
2. When you go to a dinner party, you'd better not take _______ with you.
A. some wine
B. some flowers
C. some presents
D. some food
3. If you're asked to a dinner party but not sure about what to bring as a present, it's good to bring _______.
A. some fruits
B. a bottle of wine
C. some flowers
D. a knife and fork
4. Which of the following is NOT proper (适当的) for joining in a dinner party?
A. Get there 15 minutes earlier.
B. Make yourself at home.
C. Follow others to use forks and knives.
D. Thank your friends for the meal.
