Section_ⅠWarming_Up_&_Reading_—_Prereading
1．Body language plays a very important role in our daily life. But sometimes it may cause misunderstanding between people. Do you know any body languages?
2．Do you know what does the gesture “thumbsup” mean in Greece and Russia？Please read the following passage to get the answer.
There are many times when it is important to understand different hand gestures. If you are in a setting where hearing is difficult or you are speaking to someone who doesn't understand your language, hand gestures may be the only way to communicate with others. However, meanings may differ depending on the nationality of the person to whom you are gesturing.
Thumbsup
As far as most in the Western world are concerned, thumbsup is a positive sign, a signal that everything is okay. It is believed that the positive meaning of thumbsup in the Western countries originated (起源) with World War Ⅱ pilots. However, in certain countries, including many in Latin America, West Africa, Greece, Russia, the Middle East, thumbsup gestures are considered offensive (冒犯性的)．
OK
OK hand gestures are made by forming a circle with the thumb and index finger, while the other fingers are pointing upward. Americans and the British use this
gesture to let someone know things are going great. But some countries in Europe view this as a signal for “zero”．
The “V” sign
The “V” sign is formed by pointing up the index and middle finger, while curling the thumb and other fingers under with the palm towards the person. In America, this is the sign for “victory” or “peace”．Winston Churchill frequently used this hand gesture to symbolize victory during World War Ⅱ.Yet, this hand gesture is seen as an insult (侮辱) in Great Britain, Australia, Ireland, and New Zealand if you have the back of your hand facing the person.
The “I Love You” sign
The “I Love You” sign is made by pointing the thumb, index, and the little finger out, while curling the two middle fingers under. This is the official symbol of “I Love You” in American Sign Language. However, this hand gesture is often used to curse (诅咒) someone in Italy.
Hand gestures can be very useful ways to communicate with others. However, understanding the meaning and history behind a hand gesture can keep you from giving someone the wrong message.
Warming Up With the help of body language, we can show our thoughts and feelings better. What do the following gestures mean?
A．I am hungry. B．Quiet! C．Victory! D．Stop! E．Welldone! F．OK!
答案：(1)～(6) ECFBDA
Fast Reading Scan the passage and then choose the best answers according to the passage. 1．What's the purpose of the second paragraph?
A．To give examples of mistakes the international students make. B．To give examples of cultural differences in body language. C．To show how surprised we are by their different behavior. D．To show how important body language is.
2．In which of the following countries do people greet each other in the same way?
A．Spain and Italy. B．China and Japan. C．Canada and Colombia. D．France and Jordan.
3．From the passage, we know that________.
A．people are likely to keep the same distance in different countries B．men from Muslim countries often stand close to others to shake hands C．people from the same culture may greet each other in different ways D．body language plays an unimportant part in our life and communication 4．What can we learn from the passage? A．Never too old to learn.
B．When in Rome, do as the Romans do. C.Four eyes see more than two. D．Every country has its own customs. 5．How do people use unspoken language? A．By the movements of their bodies. B．By eye contact.
C．By keeping physical distance, actions or posture. D．By moving their hands. 答案：1～5 BACBC
Careful Reading 1．Read the passage carefully and then match the people and their different ways of greeting.
1
Tony Garcia
Colombia
D
A．shakes hands and
kisses others twice on each cheek (2)Julia Smith (Britain)(E) B. bows (3)Akira Nagata (Japan)(B) C．shakes hands (4)George Cook (Canada)(C)
D．approaches others
closely and touches their shoulder and kisses them on the cheek
(5)Darlene Coulon (France)(A) E．does not stand very close to others or touch strangers
2．Match the main idea of each part.
(1)Paragraph 1(C) A．Different people have different body languages. (2)Paragraph 2～3(D) language.
(3)Paragraph 4(A) C．Meet the visitors at the airport. (4)Paragraph 5(B) countries express
greetings in different ways.
3．Read the passage and then try to write down the main idea.
The passage is mainly about different body_languages in different countries.In order to avoid difficulties in today's world of cultural crossroads, we had better study_international_customs.
Summary D．People from different B．Summary of body
Read the passage carefully and fill in the blanks. Not all 1.cultures (culture) greet each other the same way. Each country may have 2.its own way to express feelings. In Britain, people may keep 3.a certain distance. In Japan, they may bow to each other when they meet. In France, people shake hands and kiss each other twice 4.on each cheek. And in South American countries, they may stand 5.close (closely) and touch each other. 6.But in Middle East Muslim countries, they shake hands only with men, not with women. In China today, people may shake hands with each other, and sometimes they greet each other only 7.with a smile. Perhaps they will kiss or embrace 8.in the future 9.to_express (express) their strong 10.feelings (feel)．
Discussion Do you think body language is important？Why? Yes,_I_think_so.Because_it_plays_an_important_role_in_communicationespecially_for_those_who_lose_the_power_of_speech.
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