题目内容
widely accepted as social duty and responsibility. Because gift-giving is such an important social
aspect of Japanese life. It's important to be aware of some key factors.
Devalue the gifts you give. The important thing is to act and seem modest. You don't
want the receiver to think that you are arrogant or proud. Denigrate(贬低) your gift as much as
possible. It doesn't matter if the label on the box bears the symbol for a famous brand. The
Japanese value the appearance of a modest gift-giver who tries to stay away from praise.
Praise the gift you receive. Although praising may seem obvious, overpraising the gift is
the key. It's also important to praise the fine taste of the gift-giver in making that particular choice
for you. And don't forget to give a thousand and one thanks.
Unless you are urged to do so. And when you do, you must take the utmost care in
unwrapping it. Don't look eager, and be careful that you don't tear the paper or cut the ribbon.
After observing, praising, and thanking, be sure to rewrap the gift as if it had never been opened.
Try to appear as if you take great pride in the value of the gift.
Choose gifts with practical value. In general, don't buy things such as ornaments, vases,
and kitchenware; it's already assumed that everyone has these things. To do so may suggest that
you don't approve of the other person's taste. Also, most Japanese houses are very small and
don't have extra space for useless junk.
2. Fill in the blank in the fourth paragraph with proper words. (no more than 6 words)
3. List three kinds of things you'd better not buy for a Japanese friend.
①
②
③
4. Translate the underlined sentence in the first paragraph into Chinese.
5. What do the Japanese usually do when they receive a gift? (no more than l0 words)
2. Don't/Never open/unwrap the gift
3. ①ornaments
②vases
③kitchenware
4. 不只是特殊场合才有送礼的习俗,很多日本人已经把送礼看做一种社会责任和义务.
5. Praise the gift they receive and give thanks.
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