Question

Whatever the situation, you need to understand gestures(手势). Many gestures that we use are universal(通用的). Some of them can create wrong meanings to others. Using the wrong gesture could get you into trouble when you communicate with foreigners. Be careful with these gestures：

The ‘thumb up’ sign—In Italy, Germany and Greece, this sign simply means the number one. In Russia the meaning of this expression is ‘good’ or ‘well done’. In Egypt and Iraq, it means perfect or very good. It is widely used between people. But in Iran it is traditionally an obscene(不正经的) gesture.

The ‘OK’ sign—Often used to mean agreement, but it is considered rude in Brazil, southern Italy, Germany and Greece. In Japan, this gesture is a sign of money. In southern France it is used to show that something is worthless.

The victory sign—With the index finger and middle finger rose to form a V. It means victory or peace. Be careful about using it in Britain, however, if the palm is facing toward you, the gesture is considered obscene.

Snapping your fingers(打响指)—Some might use this gesture to get someone’s attention. In France and Belgium it sends a bad message. You would never snap your fingers to get a waiter’s attention.

Hands in the pockets—This is commonly seen in daily life. In Finland, Sweden, France, Belgium, Indonesia and Japan, putting your hands in your pockets would be considered impolite in a business meeting.

The meaning of gestures is not universal. Use these tips to prevent a cultural misunderstand. When in doubt, the best advice would be to ‘keep your hands to yourself.’

1.In which country does the ‘Thumb up’ NOT mean good or well done?

A. In Italy.B. In Russia.C. In Egypt.D. In Iran.

2.When you want to get a waiter’s attention in France, __________.

A. you can use the ‘OK’ sign

B. you can’t put your hands in the pockets

C. you can’t snap your fingers

D. you can use your fingers to form a V

3.Which sign means impolite in a business meeting?

A. The ‘OK’ sign.B. The victory sign.

C. Snapping your fingers.D. Hands in the pockets.

Answer

1.D

2.C

3.D

【解析】

试题分析：这篇文章主要讲不同的手势意义不一样，很多手势是通用的，但是在不同的国家，相同的手势意义不一样。因此，要小心使用手势。

1.细节理解题。根据 But in Iran it is traditionally an obscene(不正经的) gesture.句意：但是在伊朗，竖起大拇指是不正经的手势。由此可知在伊朗这个手势的意思是不好的。故选D。

2.推理判断题。根据 In France and Belgium it sends a bad message. You would never snap your fingers to get a waiter’s attention.句意：在法国和比利时，打响指传递一个不好的信息。你不能用打手指来吸引服务员的注意。可知应选C。

3.推理判断题。根据In Finland, Sweden, France, Belgium, Indonesia and Japan, putting your hands in your pockets would be considered impolite in a business meeting. 句意：在芬兰、瑞典、法国、比利时、印度尼西亚和日本，举行商业会议时，把手插在口袋里会被认为是不礼貌的。故选D。

考点：政治经济文化类短文阅读。