Do you enjoy travelling to other countries? There is a saying that goes, “When in Rome, do as the Romans do.”

　　If you plan to travel to Japan, it may be helpful to know something about eating out and gifts before you go.

　　When eating out, before you eat a meal, you should be given a basket with a hot towel in it. Use this towel to clean your hands and then put it back in the basket. Be sure to wait until the older people at your table pick up their chopsticks before you begin eating.

　　You will find gifts are important. Do remember not to give anything of four--the word “four”is similar to the word of “death”. All gifts, even money, should be wrapped（包裹）, but your host will not probably open the gifts in front of you. This will show the host thinks the giving of gifts is more important than the real gifts. Use both your hands when you give or receive a gift.

(1)If you want to have a good journey in the country you visit, you'd better ________.

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A．have enough money

B．learn something about the country

C．know how to give gifts

D．know how to eat out

(2)“When in Rome, do as the Romans do.”means ________.

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A．When you are visiting in Rome, you should do things as the Romans do

B．You should go to Rome before you go to visit other countries

C．All the people in Rome must do things like Romans

D．When you are in other places, you'd better learn the customs there and do things in the same way

(3)What do Japanese do at a dinner table?

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A．They may begin when the meal is ready.

B．They wait until the older people begin.

C．They begin almost at the same time.

D．They pick up their chopsticks before they begin eating

(4)The Japanese people think ________.

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A．the giving of gifts is more important than the real gifts

B．money is the best gift

C．it's good to learn the customs of other places

D．hosts can't open the gifts in front of the guests

(5)Which of the following is TRUE?

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A．Japanese open the gift as soon as they get the gifts.

B．Japanese like travelling.

C．Japanese use one hand to receive gifts.

D．Japanese value（重视）the giving of gifts.

It can’t be true that when in Rome do as the Romans do. So it’s necessary for you to know what you can talk about with the local people in other countries.

In France

You’ll find that conversations often turn into heated discussions. You’d better give opinions only on subjects that you are knowledgeable about. There is seldom a moment of silence, except when the topic under discussion has been finished, and nothing new has been introduced.

Food, art, music and current events or history are welcome topics. The French believe in freedom, and you can criticize（批评）anyone, but not Napoleon, who stands for the French spirit. Moreover, never use the conversation opener “What do you do?”

In Australia

Generally speaking, the Australians are excited about discussions. Many topics may be open to discussion, including religion and politics. The best way, however, is to wait for Australians to bring up these two subjects; be prepared to listen to what they are talking about.

The Australians like to criticize themselves, but they can’t stand being criticized by others. Don’t talk big. Instead, the Australians prefer to judge（判断）your abilities through your actions. People who show off their education in conversation may be laughed at.

In Switzerland

The Swiss may seem cold. Once you get close to them, however, you’ll find that they are honest, responsible people, who will respect your interests much.

They are good listeners and will remember almost everything you say to them. Sometimes they will even take notes while you speak. The Swiss are a very private people, so you should avoid asking personal questions. They can be rather serious, so it is advisable to avoid playing jokes on them.

53. According to the passage, it’s better not to criticize ______.

　 A. the Romans　　　　 B. the French　　　　 C. the Australians　 D. the Swiss

54. What can we infer from the passage?

　 A. The Swiss are not as cold as they seem to be.

　 B. The French can’t stand the heated discussions.

　 C. The Australians like to talk about their success.

　 D. The French usually have a conversation about jobs.

55. The writer wants to tell us 　　　.

　 A. what to introduce to foreigners

　 B. how to live in foreign countries

　 C. how to get along with foreigners

　 D. what to talk about in foreign countries