题目内容
When you meet people 16 the first time, there are certain questions you can 17 (safety) ask them. In the United States, for example, questions about the kind of work you do, your place of work, and your position at work are perfectly acceptable. In some countries, however, they are considered 18 (appropriate).
Questions about your hobbies, where you live, and what kind of house you live 19 are also conversation starters in the United States. But in 20 parts of the world, they are thought of as too personal, as are questions about a person’s religious, 21 (politics) or ethical beliefs. While these are not the first questions you should ask an American, they would not be considered impolite after you’ve spoken to someone for 22 while.
Some taboo topics of discussion in many countries include asking how much people earn, how old they are, and how much they have paid 23 particular items. 24 general, safe topics are those that deal 25 generalities such as weather or current events.
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