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新思维综合英语1SEPCTRUMEnglish 吴永华 L58 Ask Diana Wilkins Introduction:Step1 At First,look at the following questions,using your own knowledge to judge whether they are True or False. 1.You should never bring dessert to a dinner. False 2.You should arrive at least ten minutes early. False 3.Take off your hat and coat when you enter someone’s house. True 4.One way to politely refuse food is to say,”No,thanks.I don’t care for any.” True 5.You should leave the napkin on the table when you eat. False 6.The last utensils to use will be the closest to your plate. True 7.Don’t accept an offer of food or drink until the offer has been made at least twice. False 8.You should thank your host or hostess twice ---when you leave and the next day. True Maybe you are not sure whether your judgements are right or wrong.It doesn’t matter.After study,you will know. Read:Step2 DEAR DIANA: I’m a visitor to the United States.I have met many people,and some of them have invited me to dinner at their homes.The trouble is that I always get nervous on these occasions.I’m afraid that I will do something that is inappropriate because I don’t know the customs very well.Could you please tell me what some of the most important rules are? ———CONFUSED DEAR CONFUSED: Your reaction to dinner invitations is quite natural,and I have received many letters on this topic from other visitors.Therefore,I have made a list of some of the specific rules to follow: If the dinner is informal,ask if you can bring something,such as something to drink or dessert. Arrive five to ten minutes late,but never early.Your host or hostess may still be getting ready. Take off your hat and coat as soon as you enter someone’s home.