大学英语听说教程4听力原文Unit 2.docVIP

Unit 2 Part B Embarrassing Experiences (Part One) Interviewer: Rob, you went to Brazil, didnt you? Rob: Yes, I did. Interviewer: So, what happened? Rob: Well, I went into this meeting and there were about, er... seven or eight people in there and I just said Hello to everybody and sat down. Apparently, what I should have done is to go round the room shaking hands with everyone individually. Well, you know, its silly of me because I found out later it upset everyone. I mean, I think they felt I was taking them for granted. Kate: Well, I know that because when I was in France the first time, I finished a meeting , with Goodbye, everyone! to all the people in the room. There were about half a dozen people there but I was in a hurry to leave, so I just said that and left. Well, I later found out that what I should have done is shake hands with everyone in the group before leaving. Now, apparently, its the polite thing to do. Interviewer: Well, people shake hands in different ways, dont they? Rob: Oh, yes, thats right, they do. See, normally I shake hands quite gently when I meet someone. So when I went to the US for the first time, I think people there thought my weak handshake was a sign of weakness. Apparently, people there tend to shake hands quite firmly. Kate: Oh, gosh, you know, that reminds me: on my first trip to Germany, it was a long time ago, I was introduced to the boss in the company when he passed us in the corridor. Well, I wasnt prepared, and I mean, I had my left hand in my pocket. And when we shook hands I realized my left hand was still in my pocket. Well, that was, you know, very bad manners and I was quite embarrassed. Interviewer: And how about using first names? Have you made any mistakes there? Rob: Oh, yes, I have! When I first went to Italy I thought it was OK to use everyones first name so as to seem friendly. And I later discovered that in business you shouldnt use someones first name unless you are invited to. Oh, and you should always u