There are some things you should know when you plan to study in the U.S. For example, Americans like to make small talk. “Small talk” includes topics, such as sports, weather, jobs, or past experiences. Most people don’t talk about religion, politics, or personal feelings with strangers. Sex and bodily functions are not discussed. This emotional distance does not mean people dislike you, but personal lives are discussed only with close friends and family.
There are few ritualistic exchanges in English, but you should know that “How are you?” and “How’s it going?” are greetings, not questions about your life. “See you later,” or “See you soon,” are ways of saying good-bye, not appointments.
People in the U. S. are curious. They will ask you a lot of questions. Some of them may appear ridiculous, but try to be patient in answering them. You may be the first person from your country whom they met, and they will have very little understanding of your life. Most people are sincerely interested in learning about you.
But loud conversations usually mean people are angry. Most conversations are moderate in volume with few gestures. Do not speak too loudly or too quietly, and keep your hands under control.
Once you understand more about Americans, you will find it easy to deal with them.
【題組】When do Americans talk loudly?
(A) When they are working. (B) When they are angry.
(C) When they express their opinions. (D) When they disagree with your behavior.
But loud conversations usually mean people are angry. Most conversations are moderate in volume with few gestures.
但大聲交談通常意味著人們生氣。 大多數對話的音量適中以及少有手勢。
【題組】 When do Americans talk loudly? 何時美國人會升高他們音量說話?
(A) When they are working. 工作時 (B) When they are angry. 生氣時 (C) When they express their opinions. 表達他們意見時 (D) When they disagree with your behavior. 不同意你的行為時
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