Arabs consider it extremely bad manners to start talking business immediately. Even the busiest government official always takes extra time to be polite and offer refreshments (茶点). No matter how busy you are, you should make time for this.

The conference visit is a way of doing business throughout the Arab world. Frequently, you will have to discuss your business in the presence of strangers, who may or may not have anything to do with your business. Do not be surprised if your meeting is interrupted several times by people who come into the room unannounced, whisper, or speak softly to the person with whom you are talking, and leave. Act as though you do not hear, and never show displeasure at being interrupted.

Making decisions quickly is not an Arab custom. There is a vagueness (模糊) in doing business in the Middle East which will puzzle a newcomer. Give yourself lots of time and ask lots of questions.

When an Arab says “yes”, he may mean “maybe”. When he says “maybe”, he probably means “no”. You will seldom get a direct “no” from an Arab because it is considered not polite. Instead of “no”, he will say “inshallah”, which means “if God is willing”. On the other hand, “yes” does not necessarily mean “yes”. A smile and a slow nod might be like an agreement but in fact your host is being polite. An Arab considers it rude to disagree with a guest.

The main purpose of this article is to explain _________________.

       A. why you need extra time when you visit Arab countries

       B. how to be polite when doing business in the Arab world

       C. why Arab officials are so busy

       D. what Arabs say when doing business

According to the article, which of the following would be considered polite?

       A. You leave angrily because of interruptions.

       B. You demand an immediate decision.

       C. You refuse a cup of tea and show pictures of your product right away.

       D. You look out of the window while a stranger comes in to speak with your host.

Which of the following is NOT an Arab custom?

       A. To care less about being interrupted during their meeting.

       B. Often to give you a vague answer.

       C. Seldom to say “no” directly.

       D. Seldom to hesitate to start talking business in the presence of strangers.

Arabs consider it extremely bad manners to start talking business immediately. Even the busiest government official always takes extra time to be polite and offer refreshments (茶点). No matter how busy you are, you should make time for this.
The conference visit is a way of doing business throughout the Arab world. Frequently, you will have to discuss your business in the presence of strangers, who may or may not have anything to do with your business. Do not be surprised if your meeting is interrupted several times by people who come into the room unannounced, whisper, or speak softly to the person with whom you are talking, and leave. Act as though you do not hear, and never show displeasure at being interrupted.
Making decisions quickly is not an Arab custom. There is a vagueness (模糊) in doing business in the Middle East which will puzzle a newcomer. Give yourself lots of time and ask lots of questions.
When an Arab says “yes”, he may mean “maybe”. When he says “maybe”, he probably means “no”. You will seldom get a direct “no” from an Arab because it is considered not polite. Instead of “no”, he will say “inshallah”, which means “if God is willing”. On the other hand, “yes” does not necessarily mean “yes”. A smile and a slow nod might be like an agreement but in fact your host is being polite. An Arab considers it rude to disagree with a guest.
【小题1】The main purpose of this article is to explain _________________.

Arabs consider it extremely bad manners to start talking business immediately. Even the busiest government official always takes extra time to be polite and offer refreshments (茶点). No matter how busy you are, you should make time for this.

The conference visit is a way of doing business throughout the Arab world. Frequently, you will have to discuss your business in the presence of strangers, who may or may not have anything to do with your business. Do not be surprised if your meeting is interrupted several times by people who come into the room unannounced, whisper, or speak softly to the person with whom you are talking, and leave. Act as though you do not hear, and never show displeasure at being interrupted.

Making decisions quickly is not an Arab custom. There is a vagueness (模糊) in doing business in the Middle East which will puzzle a newcomer. Give yourself lots of time and ask lots of questions.

When an Arab says “yes”, he may mean “maybe”. When he says “maybe”, he probably means “no”. You will seldom get a direct “no” from an Arab because it is considered not polite. Instead of “no”, he will say “inshallah”, which means “if God is willing”. On the other hand, “yes” does not necessarily mean “yes”. A smile and a slow nod might be like an agreement but in fact your host is being polite. An Arab considers it rude to disagree with a guest.

1.The main purpose of this article is to explain _________________.

2.According to the article, which of the following would be considered polite?

3.Which of the following is NOT an Arab custom?

Many people of my generation say that there is no hope for the future because of the way that young people behave today.

Their first argument is that when we were __1__ we used to look after the older people in our community and help them. They also say that young people today don't care about anything or anyone. __2__, I think the reason why we looked after older people was that we had no __3__. People had to live with their parents and grandparents because they had no money. Young people today earn more and have more freedom to live where they want. __4__ this, I think that they are still interested in older people. For example, young people often __5__ to help me when I get on and off the bus with heavy shopping.

Their second argument is that in our day we didn't __6__ to be given jobs —— and that young people now don't look for jobs, but just complain about unemployment. On the other hand, things were easier in the past and it was always easy to get a job __7__ you had friends and contacts. It is really harder today. Young people complain about unemployment and I think they have __8__ reason to complain.

In conclusion I think there is __9__ for the future. This generation, like generations before them, has new __10__ as well as old problems. If they learn from our mistakes the world will be a better place in future.

1. A. ignorant         B. young                      C. childish                    D. innocent

2. A. Moreover             B. Meanwhile                C. Therefore                 D. However

3. A. trouble                 B. concept                    C. choice                      D. method

4. A. In addition to B. In spite of                 C. Due to                            D. As for

5. A. offer                    B. hesitate                     C. refuse                      D. mean

6. A. prepare                 B. regret                       C. decline                     D. expect

7. A. unless                  B. if                             C. until                         D. because

8. A. every                   B. no                            C. this                          D. another

9. A. possibility             B. feasibility                  C. hope                        D. result

10. A. events                B. questions                  C. hobbies                    D. opportunities