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1、Unit 1 Women of achievement reading课时作业I. 阅读理解阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。Passage 1体裁话题词数难度建议时间说明文不同国家的商务风俗和礼仪4505分钟Here is some must-know information from a handbook on how people behave in doing business in some countries.In BrazilBrazilians are warm and friendly. They often stand close when
2、talking and it is common for them to touch the person on the shoulder. People often greet each other (particularly women) with light cheek kisses. Schedules tend to be flexible, with business meetings sometimes starting later than planned. But to be safe, be on time. Meals can stretch for hoursthere
3、s no such thing as rushing a meal in Brazil. Lunches also can start in the mid to late afternoon. Brazilians are social, preferring face-to-face communication over mails or phone calls.In SingaporeSingaporeans shake hands when they meet and often also greet each other with a small, polite bow. Busin
4、ess cards should be offered and received with two hands. Arriving late is considered disrespectful. So be on time. Efficiency(效率) is the goal, so meetings and dealings often are fast-paced. Singaporeans are direct in their discussions, even when the subject is about money. Rank is important and auth
5、ority is respected. This determines both people interact in meetings. For example, people avoid disagreeing outright with someone with a higher rank.In the United Arab EmiratesIn the UAE, status is important, so the most senior or oldest should be greeted first with their titles. The handshake seems
6、 to be longer than elsewhere. So, do not pull away the handshake. Women should cover themselves when it comes to dress. Men also tend to be covered from neck to elbows(肘部) and down to the knees. People do not avoid entertaining in their homes, but they also hold business meals at restaurants. Touchi
7、ng or passing food or eating with your left hand is to be avoided. When meetings are one-to-one, if your host offers you coffee, you should refuse. It might seem odd, but it is a cultural tradition. Coffee should only be accepted if it is always set out or presented.In SwitzerlandThe Swiss tend to b
8、e formal and address each other by last name. They also are respectful of private lives. You should be careful not to ask about personal topics. Punctuality (守时) is vital, something that comes from a deep respect for others time. Arrive at any meeting or event a few minutes early to be safe. They al
9、so have clear structure in their companies. Higher-ups make the final decisions, even if others might disagree. Neat, clean dress is expected. The Swiss follow formal table manners. They also keep their hands visible at the table and their elbows off the table. It is polite to finish the food on you
10、r plate.1. The passage is mainly about _. A. communication typesB. the workplace atmosphere C. customs and social mannersD. living conditions and standards2. Why do Singaporeans avoid arguing with their boss? A. They put efficiency in the first place. B. They dislike face-to-face communication. C. T
11、hey want to finish meetings as quickly as possible. D. They are supposed to obey the person of a higher rank.3. In the UAE, when should you refuse the coffee if it is offered? A. When greeting seniors.B. When meeting the host alone. C. When attending a presentation.D. When dining with business partn
12、ers.4. In which country do people care about where to put their hands at the dinner table? A. In Brazil.B. In Singapore. C. In the United Arab Emirate.D. In Switzerland.【答案】【语篇解读】本文是一个介绍不同国家里人们不同的商务风俗和礼仪的小册子，列举了巴西、新加坡、阿拉伯联合酋长国(阿联酋)以及瑞士四个国家的具体例子。1. C 【解析】主旨大意题。根据文章第一句可知本文讲述的是一些国家里人们的行为举止是什么样的，接在举例说明了
13、四个国家中具体的商务风俗，所以本文主要是关于世界各国的不同商务风俗和礼仪的。故C正确。3. B 【解析】细节理解题。根据In the United Arab Emirates部分中的When meetings are one-to-one, if your host offers you coffee, you should refuse.可知当你和主人单独相处时，你应该拒绝主人提供的咖啡。故B正确。4. D 【解析】细节理解题。根据In Switzerland部分中的The Swiss follow formal table manners. They also keep their han
14、ds visible at the table and their elbows off the table.可知在瑞士吃饭的时候，人们要注意将自己的双手放在桌子上。故D正确。Passage 2体裁话题词数难度建议时间说明文加拿大的艺术文化名人 245 4分钟Art and culture is lived and breathed in every corner of Canada. Due to a racial and immigrant population, the variety and richness of art and sports is very evident.Sinc
15、e World War II, Canada has produced an impressive amount of writing. From novels to poetry, the selection is wide. Native writers are also becoming better known across Canada in recent years.Musicians are reaching a higher level of recognition in the world music scene. Everything from country to pop
16、, classical to heavy rock can be found across Canada and across the globe performed by Canadian artists.The National Film Board, a film crew in Canada，is the most famous producer of movies in Canada. However, many Hollywood studios are turning to Canada as an alternative(供替代的选择) to the more expensive US. Many well-k
