1. 阅读理解

    Table manners are about how to behave when you eat a meal. Different countries have different table manners. Now let's see some table manners in the following countries.

    Japan

    It is OK to make some noises when you eat noodles in Japan. Making some noises is not rude but is praise to the cook. The Japanese also say it tastes better if you make some noises while eating.

    What else to watch: it's important to say "Thanks." before and after a meal.

    France

    In France, a meal is like a ceremony. People enjoy it and make it a special event. You should never discuss money over dinner. And going Dutch (各自付费) is not polite.

    What else to watch: you need to finish everything on your plate.

    Mexico

    In Mexico, whenever you catch the eye of someone who's eating, even a stranger, it's good manners to say "provecho", which means "enjoy".

    What else to watch: where you sit is important in this country. Before you get seated, look for place cards, or wait until the host seats you. And you must say "Enjoy your meal." before you leave the table.

1. （1） What's the polite way to eat noodles in Japan?

   A . Eating quietly. B . Eating quickly. C . Leaving some. D . Making some noises.
3. （2） What don't people like to talk about over dinner in France?

   A . Money. B . Weather. C . Sports. D . News.
5. （3） What should you say before you leave the table in Mexico?

   A . Goodbye. B . Enjoy your meal. C . Thank you. D . The food is delicious.
7. （4） Which of the following is TRUE?

   A . The Japanese always eat quietly. B . People in France like going Dutch when eating out. C . Where you sit is important in Mexico. D . Strangers never talk to the people who are eating in Mexico.
9. （5） This passage is mainly about ________.

   A . sports stars B . dinner parties C . eating habits D . table manners