Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.

INTERNATIONAL GIFT-GIVING CUSTOMS

The tradition of gift giving is a worldwide practice that is said to have been around since the beginning of human beings. Over time, different cultures have developed their own gift giving customs and traditions.

In France, the gift of wine for the hostess of a dinner party is not an appropriate gift as the hostess would prefer to choose the vintage for the night. In Sweden, a bottle of wine or flowers are an appropriate gift for the hostess. In Viet Nam, a gift of whisky is appropriate for the host, and some fruit or small gifts for the hostess, children or elders of the home. Besides, gifts should never be wrapped in black paper because this color is unlucky and associated with funerals in this country. Gifts that symbolize cutting such as scissors, knives and other sharp objects should be avoided because they mean the cutting of the relationship. Also, in some countries you should not open the gift in front of the giver and in others it would be an insult if you did not open the gift.

Beyond the gift itself, give careful consideration to the manner in which it is presented. Different cultures have different customs regarding how a gift should be offered - using only your right hand or using both hands, for example. Others have strong traditions related to the appropriate way to accept a gift. In Singapore, for instance, it is the standard to graciously refuse a gift several times before finally accepting it. The recipient would never unwrap a gift in front of the giver for fear of appearing greedy.

Understanding these traditions and customs, as well as taking time to choose an appropriate gift, will help you to avoid any awkwardness or embarrassment as you seek to build a better cross-cultural relationship.

The phrase “associated with" is closest in meaning to ____.

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.

INTERNATIONAL GIFT-GIVING CUSTOMS

The tradition of gift giving is a worldwide practice that is said to have been around since the beginning of human beings. Over time, different cultures have developed their own gift giving customs and traditions.

In France, the gift of wine for the hostess of a dinner party is not an appropriate gift as the hostess would prefer to choose the vintage for the night. In Sweden, a bottle of wine or flowers are an appropriate gift for the hostess. In Viet Nam, a gift of whisky is appropriate for the host, and some fruit or small gifts for the hostess, children or elders of the home. Besides, gifts should never be wrapped in black paper because this color is unlucky and associated with funerals in this country. Gifts that symbolize cutting such as scissors, knives and other sharp objects should be avoided because they mean the cutting of the relationship. Also, in some countries you should not open the gift in front of the giver and in others it would be an insult if you did not open the gift.

Beyond the gift itself, give careful consideration to the manner in which it is presented. Different cultures have different customs regarding how a gift should be offered - using only your right hand or using both hands, for example. Others have strong traditions related to the appropriate way to accept a gift. In Singapore, for instance, it is the standard to graciously refuse a gift several times before finally accepting it. The recipient would never unwrap a gift in front of the giver for fear of appearing greedy.

Understanding these traditions and customs, as well as taking time to choose an appropriate gift, will help you to avoid any awkwardness or embarrassment as you seek to build a better cross-cultural relationship.

Which of the following is NOT true about gift-giving customs?

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.

INTERNATIONAL GIFT-GIVING CUSTOMS

The tradition of gift giving is a worldwide practice that is said to have been around since the beginning of human beings. Over time, different cultures have developed their own gift giving customs and traditions.

In France, the gift of wine for the hostess of a dinner party is not an appropriate gift as the hostess would prefer to choose the vintage for the night. In Sweden, a bottle of wine or flowers are an appropriate gift for the hostess. In Viet Nam, a gift of whisky is appropriate for the host, and some fruit or small gifts for the hostess, children or elders of the home. Besides, gifts should never be wrapped in black paper because this color is unlucky and associated with funerals in this country. Gifts that symbolize cutting such as scissors, knives and other sharp objects should be avoided because they mean the cutting of the relationship. Also, in some countries you should not open the gift in front of the giver and in others it would be an insult if you did not open the gift.

Beyond the gift itself, give careful consideration to the manner in which it is presented. Different cultures have different customs regarding how a gift should be offered - using only your right hand or using both hands, for example. Others have strong traditions related to the appropriate way to accept a gift. In Singapore, for instance, it is the standard to graciously refuse a gift several times before finally accepting it. The recipient would never unwrap a gift in front of the giver for fear of appearing greedy.

Understanding these traditions and customs, as well as taking time to choose an appropriate gift, will help you to avoid any awkwardness or embarrassment as you seek to build a better cross-cultural relationship.

When did the tradition of gift-giving become popular all over the world?

Of the two bridesmaids, Lisa turned out to be ____.

The more polite you appear to be, ____ your partner will be.

Chuseok is one of ____ celebrations in the Korean calendar when Koreans give thanks to nature.

Chocolates and flowers are by far ___ presents for mothers on Mother's Day in the UK.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.

This is ____ wedding party I’ve ever attended.

In some Asian families, parents tend to have far ____ control over their children than those in some American families.

It's much ____ to celebrate a small and cozy wedding to save money.

Wedding ceremonies are ____ now than they used to be in the past.

In some countries in the Middle East, people stand ____ to each other than those in North America in a conversation.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.

These days, in India, there are ____ married couples who live on their own than before.

In the U.S, children can choose their own partners even if their parents object ____ their choice.

The British usually pay a lot of ____ to good table manners and are expected to use knives, forks and spoons properly.

Viet Nam is a country situated in Asia, where many mysteries and legends ____.

Traditionally, most Vietnamese people never ____ the floor during the first three days of the New Year.

Viet Nam has kept a variety of superstitious ____ about daily activities.

Superstitions ____ an important part in the lives of many people in Viet Nam.

In the past, the ____ and engagement ceremonies took place one or two years before the wedding.

On the wedding day, the best man is expected to help the ____.

In Scotland, the bride’s mother may invite the wedding guests to her house to ____ off all the wedding gifts.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.

In some Asian countries, the groom and bride ____ their wedding rings in front of the altar.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of the primary stress in each of the following questions.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of the primary stress in each of the following questions.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of the primary stress in each of the following questions.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of the primary stress in each of the following questions.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of the primary stress in each of the following questions.

A: “Why don’t we make a cake for Mom on Mother’s Day?"

B: “____”

A: "Let’s go and cheer for their happiness today!"

B: “____”

A: “What a beautiful wedding dress you are wearing today, Daisy!"

B: “____”

A: “Well, Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have just decided to divorce! Don't you know?"

B: “____”

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct response to each of the following exchanges.

A: “Have you heard? Martin and Lisa have just got engaged!"

B: “____”

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.

If you make the (A) wish, then blow out (B) all the (C) candles on (D) your birthday cake in one breath, your wish will be granted.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.

In Viet Nam, at (A) the dinner table, you should serve the (B) adults the first (C) and then (D) the children

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.

It is (A) common for Japanese (B) to adapt foreign customs and (C)make them (D) their own.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.

In (A) traditional Indian families, the (B) parents used to arranging (C) the marriage for (D) their children.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.

People believe that if they borrow (A) money at  (B) a beginning of the year, they will have to be in debt (C) for the (D) rest of that year.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

In most American families, parents have less influence on their children than those in other parts of the world.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

Americans value freedom and do not like to be dependent on other people.