1 . Maybe you have heard the expression—when in Rome, do as the Romans do. So when you want to do business in France, you have to get to know French culture, to make marketing plans, and to run your business by local laws.
The first thing you should do when meeting someone new is to shake his hand firmly and always look the person in the eye. In social meeting with friends, kissing is common.
Use first names only after being invited to.
Dress well.
The French are passionate about food, so lunches are common in doing business in France, which usually consist of an appetizer (开胃菜), a main meal with wine, cheese, dessert and coffee, and normally take up to two hours.
Do not begin eating until the host says “bon appetite”. Pass dishes to the left, keep wrists above the table and try to eat everything on the plate.
| A．The French draw information about people based on their appearance. |
| B．This is a time for relationship building. |
| C．Remember to be as polite as possible. |
| D．Language should be the focus of anyone planning to do business in France. |
| E．Be careful with adding salt, pepper or sauces to your food. |
| F．Use Monsieur or Madame before the surname. |
| G．Make an appointment with your business partner in advance. |
2 . “Long time no see” is a very interesting sentence. When I first read this sentence from an American friend’s email, I laughed. I thought it was a perfect
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| A．word | B．sign | C．example | D．symbol |
| A．senior | B．perfect | C．simple | D．damaged |
| A．means | B．greeting | C．habit | D．culture |
| A．amazed | B．awkward | C．excited | D．annoyed |
| A．job | B．research | C．experiment | D．adventure |
| A．making | B．printing | C．having | D．explaining |
| A．widely | B．actually | C．fluently | D．ordinarily |
| A．life | B．pleasure | C．language | D．style |
| A．open | B．carve | C．draw | D．type |
| A．designed | B．corrected | C．developed | D．used |
| A．time | B．meaning | C．expression | D．source |
| A．did | B．made | C．created | D．discovered |
| A．stories | B．habits | C．sentences | D．wisdom |
| A．popular | B．rare | C．modern | D．ordinary |
| A．thanks to | B．as to | C．except for | D．other than |
| A．join | B．compare | C．add | D．lead |
| A．burnt | B．related | C．mixed | D．prepared |
| A．design | B．change | C．decide | D．damage |
| A．applying | B．affecting | C．taking | D．contributing |
| A．influenced | B．used | C．considered | D．mentioned |
3 . Experts say it is difficult to get accustomed to life in a new culture. “Culture shock” is what these experts use when talking about the feelings people have in a new environment. There are three periods of culture shock. In the first period, the newcomers like their new environment.
There exist several evident factors in culture shock.
| A．Who feels culture shock? |
| B．The weather may be unpleasant. |
| C．Who wants to go through homesickness? |
| D．You have to walk out of your comfort zone. |
| E．Get to know the new environment, make new friends and gain experience. |
| F．People feel like staying inside all the time when homesick. |
| G．Then, when the fresh experience dies, they begin to dislike the country and everything else. |
4 . On the 1st of March Bulgarian people celebrate a traditional holiday called Baba Marta and it is related to welcoming the approaching spring. People all over the world meet spring with joy and new hopes but in Bulgaria it is saved as an ancient tradition.
On that day, Bulgarians exchange so-called "Martenitsa" and tell each other, "Chestita Baba Marta!"(Happy Grandma Marta! ). This custom is essentially to wish great health, good luck, and happiness to family and friends. The name "Martenitsa" is taken from the Bulgarian word for March, or, as a legend tells, an angry old lady called Grandma Marta-Baba Marta in Bulgarian.
In Bulgarian folklore Baba Marta is a grumpy old woman who changes her mood very rapidly and it reflects in the changeable March weather. When she is smiling the weather is sunny and warm, but if she gets angry the cold will stay for longer and it may even snow. By wearing the red and white colors of the Martenitsa, they hoped that it will make winter pass faster and bring spring.
The Martenitsa is made of twined red and white threads-woollen, silk, or cotton. The white is a symbol of strength, purity and happiness. The red is associated with health and blood.
When someone gives you a Martenitsa you should wear it either pinned on your clothes, on the hand tied around the wrist, or around your neck until you see, or a fruit tree in blossom for the first time in the season. After that you can tie it on a blossoming tree for fertility. Like kind of amulet, Martenitsa was regarded as a magic power believed to protect folks from "ill fortune", diseases and an evil eye.
The custom of wearing Martenitsa is probably one of the most interesting Bulgarian traditions and it is considered to be unique to Bulgaria. According to one of the many legends, this tradition is also related to the founding of the Bulgarian state in 681 AD.
1. What do we know about Martenitsa?| A．It lasts from March 1st until around the end of May. |
| B．It is a traditional holiday connected with welcoming spring. |
| C．It marks a huge improvement on agriculture. |
| D．It is celebrated by Bulgarian people on May 1st. |
| A．Easy-going. | B．Cold-blooded. |
| C．Open-minded. | D．Ill-tempered. |
| A．By tying it around the wrist. | B．By sticking it on the trousers. |
| C．By pinning it on the head. | D．By drawing it on the body. |
| A．To introduce a Bulgarian tradition. | B．To show how to make the Martenitsa. |
| C．To promote cultural research. | D．To tell people what to do in spring. |
5 . Mogao Caves
Regarded as the largest Buddhist cave site with the greatest amount of cultural relics in the world, the Mogao Caves, also known as the Caves of the Thousand Buddhas, is a large palace of art combining different ancient architectures, incredible painted sculptures and extraordinary varied wall paintings.
Most caves found in the Mogao Caves are examples of rock-cut architecture of different styles in terms of building and function.
Dating back to over one thousand years ago, the wall paintings in the Mogao Caves, with an area of 450,000 square feet, are valued for their size and richness of content as well as their art techniques.
There are around 2,400 painted sculptures in the Mogao Caves.
| A．Most of the sculptures are constructed on the hillside in wooden frames. |
| B．The two earliest porches belong to the wooden architecture of the Song Dynasty. |
| C．The amazing wall paintings are colourfully and vividly painted on the walls and ceilings. |
| D．It is well known for a great number of colourful wall paintings and a variety of vivid statues. |
| E．Additionally, the wall paintings adopted artistic features from Iran, India, Greece, and other places. |
| F．The caves are of different sizes, among which the biggest one is 40-metre high and 30-metre wide. |
| G．They illustrate the magnificent history and wonderful artistic and cultural achievements of several dynasties. |
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7 . Treasures from the Al Thani Collection
Location: The Meridian Gate (Wu men)
Dates: April 17，2018 through June 18，2018
The Al Thani Collection allows visitors to see cultural landscapes that have been lost in the depths of history. Artefacts from Egypt and Persia throw light on mysteries known to few. Different peoples have marked these relics with their own styles, which reflect the unique sources of each culture but strike the viewer with an equally powerful charm.
Exhibition Commemorating the 120th Anniversary of Zhang Boju’s Birth
Location: Hall of Martial Valor (Wuying dian)
Dates: April 3, 2018 through May 16，2018
The exhibition features traditional Chinese paintings and calligraphy from state-owned museums. Divided into three sections, the exhibition displays artwork organized in order of time, which offers a comprehensive overview of Zhang Boju’s collection through this impressive gathering of the collector’s works.
Discovering the Hall of Mental Cultivation
Location: The Gate of Uprightness (Duan men)
Dates: April 3, 2018 through April 24, 2018
The exhibition allows visitors new ways to explore the history of the Forbidden City with a simple click and celebrates the 93 anniversary of the Palace Museum, established on October 10， 1925. Adding to the Museum’s new displays, this exhibition combines traditional Chinese culture and contemporary technologies.
Kulangsu Gallery of Foreign Artefacts from the Palace Museum Collection
Location: Kulangsu, Xiamen, Fujian Province
Dates: May 13, 2018 through June 24, 2018
The gallery is a major place for the Palace Museum to showcase its splendid collection of international art. Most of these works have been kept in the storehouse of the Museum and have never been shown to the public. Originally from Europe, East Asia, and North America, these international works date from the sixteenth to the twentieth century.
1. Which exhibition displays antiques from the Middle East?| A．Treasures from the A1 Thani Collection. |
| B．Exhibition Commemorating the 120th Anniversary of Zhang Boju’s Birth. |
| C．Discovering the Hall of Mental Cultivation. |
| D．Kulangsu Gallery of Foreign Artefacts from the Palace Museum Collection. |
| A．The Meridian Gate | B．Hall of Martial Valor |
| C．The Gate of the Uprightness | D．Kulangsu |
| A．It adopts complex technologies. | B．It honors the Forbidden City. |
| C．It combines diverse cultures. | D．It offers a digital experience. |
8 . Chinese and Western eating habits are different. In China, the dishes are placed on the table and everybody shares. It is always polite to let guests or elderly people at the table taste every dish first. But in the West, everyone has his or her own plate of food.
Although there are no strict rules on how to set chopsticks and spoons, there are some things you should never do during a Chinese banquet.
Firstly and most importantly, don’t put your chopsticks upright in the rice bowl. Instead, lay them on your dish. The reason for this is that when people die, family members give them a bowl full of rice with a pair of chopsticks sticking out upright in it. So if you stick your chopsticks into rice bowl, it appears that you want someone at the table to die.
Make sure the spout of the teapot is not facing anyone, as this is impolite. The spout should always be directed to where nobody is sitting, usually just outward from the table.
Don’t tap on your bowl with your chopsticks. Beggars tap on their bowls, so this is not polite. Also, when the food is coming too slow in a restaurant, you should not tap on your bowl. If you are in someone’s home, it is like insulting the cook.
1. What is the difference between Chinese and Western eating habits according to Para.1?| A．In China people are very polite, while in the West people are not so. |
| B．In China people share the dishes, while in the West people eat separately. |
| C．In China people use the chopsticks, while in the West people use the knife and fork. |
| D．None of the above. |
| A．It is polite to taste the dishes before the guests or the elderly. |
| B．You can put your chopsticks wherever you want. |
| C．Never tap on your bowls with the chopsticks during the meal. |
| D．Teenagers can stick their chopsticks in the rice bowl. |
| A．playing jokes on | B．laughing at |
| C．treating badly | D．looking down upon |
9 . Celebrating the holidays can mean different things to different people. Some choose to leave for a trip, while others choose to stay at home with family. Whichever type of person you are, here are some advantages and disadvantages to both decisions.
Staying at Home for the Holidays
Staying at home for the holidays usually means spending time with your family or close friends. You get to do holiday traditions with your family. When you choose to stay at home for the holidays, you can also have more time to catch up on sleep and relaxation. What's more, choosing to stay at home might be cheaper in the long-run, causing you to be somewhat more stress-free. You can also get to those things you have been meaning to get to and make appointments to get your hair, nails, or whatever else you would like done. Some disadvantages may be that you have to deal with some family members that you may not get along well with, or the boredom when you have nothing else to do. You may also not get the luxury of having your bed made for you, like if you were staying at a hotel out of town.
Travelling for the Holidays
Travelling for the holidays can be an amazing experience wherever you go. Theme parks like Disney World enable people, especially children, to see cartoon characters and fantastic castles. Big cities such as Shanghai usually offer lots of sightseeing, various types of cuisine and exciting activities. People also like travelling to places where there is stuff they can't really do at home. For example, people who live in the southern part of China may travel to colder places during Spring Festival, like Harbin, because there is snow and they can enjoy activities such as skiing and snowboarding. One disadvantage is that travelling during holidays can be a little more expensive than usual. You might also run into a little stress, depending on how smoothly your flight goes and whether your travelling arrangement is satisfying.
Overall, no matter how you choose to spend your holidays, make sure it is filled with the people that are closest to you and with lots of love.
1. Which is NOT the negative part of staying at home with family members for the holidays?| A．You may have difficulty getting along with some of them. |
| B．You may get bored when you have nothing else to do. |
| C．You will have no time to do what you like on your own. |
| D．You may not have your bed made for you. |
| A．Because there is lots of sightseeing and nice food. |
| B．Because they can see cartoon characters and castles at Disney World. |
| C．Because they can do winter activities that they can't experience at home. |
| D．Because they think Harbin is more interesting. |
| A．Your travelling arrangement might be boring. |
| B．You may spend more money on hotels or flights. |
| C．Your flight may be delayed or cancelled. |
| D．Many attractions can be very crowded. |
10 . The Lunar New Year, despite usually being associated with the Chinese, is also celebrated in other countries. Here are several places in America to celebrate the Lunar New Year.
New York City
New York City, which has one of the largest populations of ethnic (少数民族) Chinese people outside of Asia, is a great place to experience the Lunar New Year. There are around 10 different Chinatowns in New York City. Visitors will find parades, performances and foods in most of these areas but some of the festival characteristics are unique to the particular district.
San Francisco
San Francisco's Lunar New Year celebrations are the longest runnings in America. They date back to the 1860s, during the "Gold Rush" period. Today, numerous events take place around the Bay Area, but the headline is the massive Chinese New Year Parade that draws as many as 1 million viewers.
Washington. D. C.
Washington. D. C. has a historic Chinatown. There is a parade here with floats, firecrackers, dancers and music. The Smithsonian American Art Museum can host hands-on arts and crafts events that feature performers invited from China. The Kennedy Center stages themed performances, including folk music and symphonies from China.
Chicago
Despite low temperatures in January and February, Chicago celebrates the Lunar New Year in a big way. There are two parades, usually held on different days of the same week-end. One is in the city's traditional Chinatown on the South Side, and the other takes place on Argyle Street. Asian culture is on full display during these parades, and other Chicago communities also take part.
1. What common activity is held in the listed cities on the Lunar New Year?| A．English concerts. |
| B．The American-style art exhibitions. |
| C．The American culture weekend. |
| D．Festival parades. |
| A．New York City. |
| B．Chicago. |
| C．San Francisco. |
| D．Washington. D. C. |
| A．Serve Chinese food. |
| B．Show Chinese dancers. |
| C．Play Chinese court music. |
| D．Invite Chinese art performers. |
