隔阂 答案:隔阂The speed and convenience of modern travel means that
destinations that used to take a long time to travel to can now be reached
quickly and easily. Even though” faraway” countries may now seem closer thanks
to air travel, they may still be different from your home country. 1. Following
are some fundamental rules that will make communication easier, and your trip
more enjoyable.
2. If you don not know the
word for something in local language, or can not make yourself understood
verbally, try drawing a picture, or pointing to an object.
Avoid topics of conversation that you think may be
sensitive. 3. .Feel free to show interest in the
history and customs of the place you are visiting, but don’t ask too many
questions about why things are done a certain way; you may offend the local
people.
4. Kissing on the street or in
public places is unacceptable behavior and should be avoided. If you are unsure
of how to behave, watch the local people and copy them---if they don’t behave
in a certain way, you probably shouldn’t either.
Finally, if you are traveling on business, or plan to
stay with a host to family, and you wish to take a gift, do some research. 5. .
One of the easiest ways to offend somebody is to give the wrong gift.
Wherever you go in the world, always be tolerant of
the local customs. Avoid being critical; try instead to show respect for the
values of the country you are in, even if you do not necessarily agree with
them
A.Keep in mind
that in many cultures, display affection in public is considered taboo.
B.Consider the
main lifestyle of the country you plan to visit.
C.Never raise
your voice in order to make yourself understood.
D.If a topic is
sensitive in your own culture, it will more than likely be the same in other
cultures.
E.The idea of the perfect gift varies greatly from
country to country.
F.The opening of gifts is also treated very
differently around the world.
G.Therefore, it is important to adapt your behavior
not to offend the local people.