Номер 2, страница 21 - гдз по английскому языку 8 класс (spotlight) учебник Ваулина, Дули

Module 1. Socialising. Culture corner - номер 2, страница 21.

Условие 2019-2022.

К этому заданию есть аудио

2 Read the title of the text and the headings under the pictures. What do you think people in the UK do in these situations? Listen and read to find out.

4 What should you do when you visit a British person?

Social Etiquette in the UK

The British are famous for their language, sense of humour and, of course, politeness. So, when you are in the UK, make sure you respect the social etiquette in the following situations.

British people are quite reserved when greeting one another. A handshake is the most common form of greeting when you meet someone for the first time. It is only when you greet close friends or relatives that you would kiss them on the cheek or give them a hug. The British may also call you by many different 'affectionate' names, such as "dear", "chuck", "mate", "guv", "son" or "love". Do not be offended; this is quite normal.

age, religion, politics, marital status, weight or how much they earn. Instead, acceptable small talk topics are family, films, television, sport, studies, food, hobbies and of course, the weather!

The British like their privacy, so not all topics are safe for small talk. Avoid asking people about their

When you visit people at home, make sure you are on time. It's also nice to take a gift for your hosts, such as a bunch of flowers or a box of chocolates. A British person might say 'come and see me soon' or 'drop in anytime'. However, you must always phone before you visit someone.

Greeting people

The weather's terrible, isn't it?

Making small talk

Visiting people at home

Условие 2023-2027.

К этому заданию есть аудио

2 Read the title of the text and the headings under the pictures. What do you think people in the UK do in these situations? Listen and read to find out.

2 How do they greet friends and relatives?

3 What can you talk about with a British person?

4 What should you do when you visit a British person?

Social Etiquette in the UK

The British are famous for their language, sense of humour and, of course, politeness. So, when you are in the UK, make sure you respect the social etiquette in the following situations.

British people are quite reserved when greeting one another. A handshake is the most common form of greeting when you meet someone for the first time. It is only when you greet close friends or relatives that you would kiss them on the cheek or give them a hug. The British may also call you by many different 'affectionate' names, such as “dear”, “chuck”, “mate”, “guv”, “son” or “love”. Do not be offended; this is quite normal.

religion, politics, marital status, weight or how much they earn. Instead, acceptable small talk topics are family, films, television, sport, studies, food, hobbies and of course, the weather!

The British like their privacy, so not all topics are safe for small talk. Avoid asking people about their age,

When you visit people at home, make sure you are on time. It's also nice to take a gift for your hosts, such as a bunch of flowers or a box of chocolates. A British person might say ‘come and see me soon’ or ‘drop in anytime’. However, you must always phone before you visit someone.

Greeting people

The weather's terrible, isn't it?

Making small talk

Visiting people at home

4 Explain the words/phrases in bold. Use

Решение 2023-2027.

Решение 2 2023-2027.

2. Как они приветствуют друзей и родственников?

3. О чем можно поговорить с британцем?

4. Что следует делать, когда вы навещаете британца?

Ответ:

2. When greeting close friends or relatives, British people kiss them on the cheek or give them a hug. / Приветствуя близких друзей или родственников, британцы целуют их в щеку или обнимают.

3. You can talk about family, films, television, sport, studies, food, hobbies and the weather. / Вы можете поговорить о семье, фильмах, телевидении, спорте, учебе, еде, хобби и погоде.

4. When you visit a British person, you should be on time, it's nice to take a gift, and you must always phone before visiting. / Когда вы навещаете британца, вам следует прийти вовремя, будет хорошо принести подарок, и вы всегда должны позвонить перед визитом.