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Arabs considers it extremely bed mariners to start talking business immediately. Even the busiest government official or executive always takes extra time to be polite and offer refreshment. No matter how busy you are, you should make time for this hospitality.
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 displeased at being interrupted.
Malting decisions quickly is not an Arab custom. There is vagueness 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 impolite. Instead of“no”, he will say“inshallah”, which means, “if God is willing”. On the other hand, “yes” does not necessary mean“yes”. A smile and a slow nod might seem like an agreement, but in fact, your host is being polite. An Arab considers it impolite to disagree with guest.
1.The writer of the article is to explain ________.
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A.why you need extra time when you visit Arab countries
B.how to be polite when you are doing business in the Arab world
C.why Arab officials are so busy
D.what Arab say when they are doing business
2.According to the article, which of the following would be thought polite in the Arab world?
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A.You leave angrily because of being interrupted.
B.You refuse a cup of tea and show pictures of your product at once .
C.You ask the host to make a decision right away.
D.You look out of the window and wait patiently while a stranger comes in to speak with your host.
3.From the article we may know that ________.
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A.when an Arab wants to say “yes”, he ofter says“maybe”
B.an Arab seldom disagrees with a guest
C.when an Arab agrees, a smile and a slow nod will be given
D.“inshallah”is an English word
4.Which of the following is not an Arab custom?
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A.To dislike being interrupted during their meeting.
B.Often to give you a vague answer.
C.Seldom to hesitate to say“no”directly .
D.Seldom to hesitate to start taking business in the presence of strangers.
5.The writer of this article has probably ________.
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A.had bad experiences in the Arab world
B.worked in the Arab world
C.been against the Arab customs
D.liked the Arab customs
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