摘要：40．Many people in the city wonder the city officials have the information they need to solve the problem． A．that B．which C．what D．whether Section B Directions: Complete the following passage by using the words in the box． Each word can only be used once． Note that there is one word more than you need． A．promote B．challenging C．generally D．rewarding E． politely F． immigrants G． competitive H． traditional I． authority J． disagree Most people agree that the direct, assertiveAmerican personality is a virtue, but it sometimes surprises foreigners． In many cultures, respect for older people or those in positions of 41 keeps others from expressing their true feelings． But in the US, children often argue with their parents, students may 42 with their teachers, and citizens may express opposition to the actions of the government． If the meat is too tough to chew, the diner can complain to the waiter; if the boss makes a mistake, an employee will 43 point it out． Some straight talk about the American character must include the admission that Americans have their faults． The extremely 44 nature of Americans is probably their worst fault． Of course, competition isn’t always bad． As a matter of fact, it can 45 excellence by encouraging individuals and businesses to try to do their best． But the desire to get ahead of others sometimes causes people to do things that are unkind and even dishonest． Also, Americans admire what is practical, fast, efficient, and fresh． Sometimes they fail to understand and appreciate practices that have greater respect for more 46 , leisurely ways of doing things． On the other hand, people from other cultures may dislike the practical, 47 American lifestyles． Despite culture differences, most foreigners give Americans credit for their virtues． Americans are 48 viewed as friendly, adaptable, energetic, and kindhearted． Most newcomers to the US like Americans, and the feeling is usually mutual．Perhaps the greatest American virtue is a deep interest in new ideas and new people． In a nation of 49 , the foreigner does not remain an outsider for long．

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