（英语阅读理解题）Reading Comprehension.docVIP

Reading Comprehension 　　Directions：Passage 1 Questions 1-5 are based on the following passage 　　A great difference between American social customs and those of other countries is the way in which names are used. Americans have little concern for rank， especially socially. Most Americans do not want to be treated in any especially respectful way because of their age or social rank； it makes them feel uncomfortable. Many Americans even find the terms Mr.， Mrs or Miss too formal. People of all ages may prefer to be called by their first names. Dont call me Mrs Smith. Just call me Sally. Using only first names usually indicates friendliness and acceptance. However， if you do not feel comfortable using only first names， it is quite acceptable to be more formal. Just smile and say that after a while you will use first names but you are accustomed to being more when you first meet someone. Very often， introductions are made using both first and last names： Mary Smith， this is John Jones. In this situation you are free to decide whether to call the lady Mary or Miss Smith. Sometimes both of you will begin a conversation using last names， and after a while one or both of you may begin using first names instead. You have a choice： if you dont want to use first names so quickly， no one will think it impolite if you continue according to you own custom. ?　　1. In the first paragraph the author tells us that? 【外语@教育网】 A. Americans do not talk about rank， especially socially B. Americans feel uncomfortable when talking about rank C. Americans tae interests in social customs D. Americans dont care much about social rank 　　2. According to the passage， most Americans feel when they are treated especially respectfully owing to their age or social rank. A. sick?? ?B. sorry??? C. uneasy?? ?D. embarrassed 　　3. Which of the following statements in NOT true？ A. The way names are used in America is different from those of other countries. B. Many Americans are used to being called by