2018-2019学年度上期期中考试

高二英语试题

　第一部分听力（略）

　第二部分:阅读理解（共两节,满分40分）

第一节 （共15 小题；每小题2分,满分30分）

阅读下列短文,从每题所给的四个选项中,选出最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

A

Different countries have different greeting customs. Read this article to know more about the greeting customs in different cultures, and make sure you greet people in the right way next time you visit one of these countries.

France

French people greet each other with a handshake, but close friends kiss each other on both cheeks when they meet. They do this gesture when meeting and before leaving.

Korea

In Korea, it is a sign of respect(尊敬) for people to bow when greeting each other. In Korea, a bow is followed by a handshake. However, Korean women do not shake hands with western men, instead, they bow slightly.

Brazil

Kissing women on the cheek is a common way of greeting. In a formal situation, a handshake is often done to show respect. Men should shake hands before and after meeting, and once they have become familiar with each other, a light hug is often given to each other.

Ghana

In a social situation, it's polite to greet everyone in the room. A handshake is used in greeting, and one palm (手掌) must directly touch the other palm. It's considered disrespectful to touch the back of the hand.

21. Two close French friends will kiss each other on the when they meet.

A. hand B. cheek C. neck D. arm

22. In Brazil, it is very common to for two men who know each other well.

A. Touch the palm B. kiss on the cheek C. bow on each other D. give a light hug

23. Which is probably the BEST title for the passage?

A. Greeting Customs in Different Cultures B. How to Behave Politely

C. All Good Ways to Greet People D. Friends Should Greet Each Other

B