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r anger, yelling, arguing loudly and so forth is considered ill-mannered in countries such as Japan. Many East Asians prefer to hold their emotions in check （抑制感情）and instead express themselves with great politeness. They try not to be blunt （直率的）and avoid making direct criticisms. In fact, they often keep their differences of opinion to themselves and merely smile and remain silent rather than engage in a confrontation. By comparison, Americans are often frank about displaying both positive and negative emotions on the street and in other public places. Americans visiting Asia should keep in mind that such behavior may cause offense. A major difference between American culture and most Asian cultures is that in Asia, the community is more important than the individual. （17）Most Americans are considered a success when they make a name for （突出，成名）themselves.
15. How would some Asians start their conversation when they meet for the first time?
A) By greeting each other very politely.
B) By exchanging their views on public affairs.
C) By displaying their feelings and emotions.
D) By asking each other some personal questions.
16. What would a Japanese do when he feels annoyed?
A) Refrain from showing his feelings. C) Argue fiercely.
B) Express his opinion frankly. D) Yell loudly.
17. What is encouraged in American culture according to the passage?
A) Getting rich quickly. C) Respecting individual rights.
B) Distinguishing oneself. D) Doing credit to one's community.
Passage Three
In order for a chemical to be considered a drug, it must have the capacity to affect how the body works. No substance that has the power to do this is completely safe. （18）Drugs are approved （批准）only after tests have demonstrated that they are relatively safe when used as directed and when their benefits outweigh （超过）their risks. Thus some very dangerous drugs are approved because they are necessary to treat serious illnesses. （19）Many people suffer ill effects f 上一页 [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] [8] [9] [10] ... 下一页 >> |
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