（精）外研社.选修6.Module 1之Reading practice.ppt

* * 外研版 高二(6) Module 1 Reading practice 山东 解爱华 Look at the words in the box and find the proper words to fill in the blank. argument compliment conversation curious disagreement dull genuine embarrassment factual hospitable sensitive secretive violate wealth She received many ___________ on the design of her new dress. 2. If this offer is _______ I will gladly accept it. 3. They went to prison because they ______ the law. compliments genuine violated 4. Billionaires are usually fairly________ about the exact amount that they are worth. 5. The _________ host had his spare room emptied very quickly for the honoured guest. 6. She is _______ to what people think of her. secretive hospitable sensitive Discussion: Work in pairs. Read the advice on small talk. Is it true for you? You can ask about families, what people do and like, etc. 2. It’s OK to talk about religion and politics. 3. You shouldn’t talk about your feelings. 4. Don’t ask personal questions. 5. Make sure you don’t talk about the weather or give compliments. 6. You can talk about people’s age and their income. Scanning: Read the passage. Check which statements are true for Americans. 1. Yes. 2. No, it’s best to avoid these topics. 3. No, it is acceptable to talk about your feelings. 4. No, Americans will not usually mind being asked personal questions. 5. No, these topics are safe. 6. No, you cannot talk about people’s age or how much money they earn. Decide which of the statements expresses the writer’s opinion. The writer thinks that______. a. Americans often ask very personal questions. b. Asians are very different from Americans, and are sensitive to many topics of conversation. c. Americans are easy to make friends with, but they respect your private life. d. Americans don’t like to grow old, so it’s difficult to make friends with them. c Read the passage carefully and choose the correct answers. 1. When a dull person