Unit 10 You’re supposed to shake hands.Section Bin Japanpoint at anyone with your chopsticksnot politein Americamake noise while eating noodlesimpolitein Japaneat or drink while walking down the streetrudeTable manners around the world.PresentationThere are many table manners around the world. But different countries have different culture. …You are supposed to pick up your bowl of rice.ChinaYou’re not supposed to eat with your hands.France/AmericaIn India, you’re supposed to eat with your hands.In China, you are not supposed to stick your chopsticks into the food.The youngest person is not supposed to start eating first.KoreaIn France, you’re supposed to put your bread on the table. In China, it’s impolite to use your chopsticks to hit an empty bowl.1a Take the following quiz. Circle “T” (for true) or “F” (for false) after each sentence.1b Steve is going to China to study. His friend Yang Ming is telling him about the table manners in China. Listen and number the pictures in the order you hear them. 1c Listen again and match.1d Talk about other table manners in your country. A: We’re supposed to...B: Yes, and it’s impolite to ...e.g. My cousin went to America, and she said that learning basic table manners was her biggest challenge. She never knew what she was supposed to do at the dinner table. 2a What do you know about customs in foreign countries? What do you think is the biggest challenge when visiting a foreign country? 2b Read the letter and answer the questions. 1. Why is Lin Yue in France? She is an exchange student. 2. Does she enjoy staying with her host family? How do you know? Yes, she does. Because they go out of their way to make her feel at home.3. How do...
