45. According to the author, what is one of the greatest challenges to communication across cultures?
(A) A lack of understanding.
(B) Non-verbal communication.
(C) Language.
(D) Hypersensitivity.

41. What does “heading north” mean in the first paragraph? (A) It means “moving in the direction of north.” (B) The tuition of colleges in the north is usually more expensive. (C) The colleges in Taipei are usually more expensive. (D) The cost of education is getting more and more expensive.

42. How many students in private colleges receive financial aid? (A) 75%. (B) 50%. (C) 60 %. (D) None.

43. Based on the passage, which of the following is NOT true? (A) People always pay the sticker price to buy a car. (B) A Lexus is more expensive than a Camry. (C) About 60% of students at public colleges receive financial assistance. (D) Those who are not qualified for financial aid can still attend college.

44. What is the main topic of this passage? (A) The joys of working in a foreign country. (B) Overcoming cross-cultural communication barriers. (C) The differences between American and British English. (D) The importance of being patient when talking with others.

46. Why does the author mention American and British English? (A) To show how different the two nations are. (B) To illustrate that antagonistic relationship between America and England. (C) To debunk a widely-held assumption. (D) To highlight the inherent beauty of the English language.

47. What is suggested by the author as the most important thing to the success of a cross-cultural communication? (A) The hiring of an interpreter. (B) Patience and sensitivity. (C) Humor. (D) Creativity.

48. Which of the following best describes the author’s view of the role of technology in facilitating intercultural communication? (A) Technology can be an obstacle to real intercultural understanding. (B) Technology is not a substitute for virtues like patience and curiosity towards other people. (C) Technology will solve all problems of intercultural communication. (D) None of the above.

49. What is the main idea of this passage? (A) Measurements are important for large projects. (B) Standards are necessary for order. (C) Standards are essential for technological development. (D) Technology has improved in modern times.

50. What can be inferred from the reading? (A) The Egyptians carefully utilized their observations. (B) The Egyptian civilization is better than the modern one. (C) The ancient societies were uncivilized compared to modern ones. (D) Engineers should pay more attention to history.

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