Two About society. 关于社会 1 Introduction A Some people find its very meaningful to be kind to the young and care for the old. America is a wealthy nation, but it has many problems like poverty and loneliness. So, many people volunteer their time t...
Unit 7 Social Issues One Breaking the law. 违法 1 Introduction Most Americans never have any contact with the police except for traffic violations. However,when other Americans break the law, they are supposed to be guaranteed a fair trial. If it i...
Two Do you believe in palmistry? 你相信手相术吗? 1 Introduction A In America, thirteen is considered to be a superstitious number. So some buildings dont have the thirteenth floor, instead, they go from the twelfth to the fourteenth floor. Some hou...
Unit 2 Beliefs One Do you believe in God? 你有什么宗教信仰吗? 1 Introduction A Most Westerners are Christians. Some go to churches as often as twice a week, some less often. Religious services include the singing of songs and listening to speakers,...
Six A shouting match? 一场争吵比赛? 1 Introduction A American humor often confuses the Chinese. The American sense of the comedic is quite different from the Chinese. When Americans tell a joke to the Chinese, the looks of puzzlement are simply gol...
Five Did you tip the bellboy? 你付小费给那个服务生了吗? 1 Introduction A It is the custom to give tips to waiters in restaurants and taxi drivers. 在餐馆给服务员小费、给的士司机小费被认为是习俗。 B It is also American custom when visiting friends t...
Four How much did this painting cost? 这幅画多少钱? 1 Introduction A Many Americans love adventures. They are often interested in exploring other cultures when they have a chance to. When they return from their vacations, they usually bring back so...
Three Have you wrapped your Christmas presents? 你的圣诞礼物包好了吗? 1 Introduction A Whereas the most important holiday in China is Spring Festival (also known as the Chinese New Year), Americas most popular holiday is Christmas. As Chinese kids...
Two Well just get a doggie bag. 我们就将剩菜打包。 1 Introduction A It is impolite to begin a meal until everyone is seated. It is also considered impolite to chew food with an open mouth, or to talk while chewing anything. 在他人落座之前就开始就餐...
Unit 1 Differences in Culture and Customs One You must have been here a long time already. 你肯定在这里等了很久了。 1 Introduction A Being on time is considered good manners. Its not polite to be late for classes, meetings, or appointments. When we...