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The meaning of silence is different among different cultures.
Many people in some Asian cultures think silence is a basic part of communication. When a traditional Chinese or Thai is speaking and suddenly stops, he probably wants the listener to consider what he has said before he continues. Many people may think silence is a sign of respect (尊重), especially to an elder or a person with power.
Western cultures may use silence in other ways. In America, if you keep silent in a conversation, the speaker may think you’re impolite or not listening to them carefully. Russian, French, and Spanish persons may use silence to show they agree with the discussion of the topic. However, Mexicans may keep silent when instructions（指示，命令） are given by a person with a lot of power, even though they don’t agree with the instructions.
In our daily life, if we know the exact meaning of one’s silence, it’s quite helpful, too. A man was ill in hospital. One morning, when the nurse said “Hello!” to him, he said “Hello!” back. “How are you feeling now?” the nurse continued. But the man lay in bed and looked at the nurse, saying nothing. “Not well, right? Then I will check it for you, OK? ” the patient was still silent. Then the nurse passed him a cup of warm water. He drank it quickly. After that, the nurse checked up his health. “Mr. Smith, your blood pressure is a little high. But don’t worry, you’ll soon be well again after taking some medicine.” The man smiled and said, “You’re the best nurse I’ve ever met.” You see, this is how silence works.
1.Is the meaning of silence the same among different cultures?
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2.When a traditional Thai is speaking and suddenly stops, what does he probably mean ?
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3.In America, what may the speaker think if you keep silent in a conversation?
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4.If your parents give you instructions you don’t like, will you keep silent? Why or why not?
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Question A: My friend will go to a concert by my favorite singer. But she does not even like that singer! It is not fair. | Answer 1: When your friend comes over, spend time with her alone instead of including your sister. No fight, no problem. But if your friend and your sister get into a fight, you will need to stand out, “I know you don’t love my sister, but I do. Please don’t say anythingbad like that, OK?” A true friend wouldn’t make you choose between friendship and family. |
Question B: I love doing sports, but my dad says I will never be the best of the team. What should I do? | Answer 2: It’s easy to see why you are upset, and you are right- so not fair at all. But that’s life, you know? Things don’t always work out the way we want or even the way they should. That will always be true. Envy(嫉妒) makes you feel uncomfortable, and there is no need to feel sorry for yourself or jealous(嫉妒的) of someone else. So try to let this go. Think about what you have and be thankful for them. |
Question C: My best friend doesn’t like my sister. I love my sister! But I don’t want to lose my friend. | Answer 3: Sports can be about competition. They can also be about exercise and friends and fun. In any sport or activity, you can always enjoy yourself without being No. 1. Don’t be against your father. Ask him what he really cares about. If he worries about your study, you have to make a promise then. |
1.Which is the correct match （匹配）between questions and answers?
A. A-3; B-1; C-2 B. A-2; B-3; C-1
C. A-1; B-3; C-2 D. A-3; B-2; C-1
2.According the passage, what should a true friend be like?
A. He/she should invite you to the concert.
B. He/she should make friends with your sister.
C. He/she should support you to fight against your father.
D. He/she shouldn’t make you choose between friendship and family.
3.If your father refused you to do what you like, the writer advised you _________.
A. to keep on what you like without caring about him
B. to keep on what you like and understand your father at the same time
C. to follow your father advice
D. to have a fight against your father and do what you like.
4.You can read the passage in _________.
A. Teenagers’ Worries B. Daily News
C. Animals and Humans D. Health Care