1、Customs in China,After learning 2b,We know some customs in France. Do youember them? Lets talk about the customs in France.,What do you know about the table manners in France?,In France, a meal is like a ceremony. People relish (享受) it and make its a special occasion. In France, it is correct to kee

2、p the same knife for every course , wiping it on a piece of bread. Never discuss money or religion over dinner. Going Dutch is considered “the height of unsophistication”.,Its considered good manners to finish everything on your plate. People often cut bread directly on a table cloth rather than on

3、a plate. Tear your bread into bite-sized pieces before eating. Taking a bite from the whole piece is very impolite.,These are customs in France, How about our Chinese customs? Do you know some customs in China?,1.Talking about eating habits, unlike the West where everyone has their own plate of food

4、, in China the dishes are placed on the table and everybody shares.,2.Chinese are very proud of their culture of cooking and will do their best to show their hospitality.,3.Make sure the spout (茶壺的嘴) of the teapot is not facing anyone. It is impolite to set the spout facing towards somebody. The spo

5、ut should always be directed to where nobody is sitting, usually just outward from the table.,You can use:,be supposed to do Its polite / impolite to You should Youd better is / are not allowed.,Sample,Tim, welcome to our school. Here is something I want to tell you. First, if you meet a teacher on

6、your way to school, its polite to stop to bow and say “Good morning” to him / her. Second, our school has got out lots of activities to make you feel at home. Youd better make a plan with your friends and decide what to do because you are supposed to finish homework every day.,If youd like to visit

7、a Chinese family, being there on time is very important. At the last day, well have a party with the host family. Youre not supposed to give gifts to them, but you should show your thanks. Were looking forward to meeting you in Beijing. Im sure youll have a great time here.,假如你叫劉敏，你的筆友 Paul 要來中國學(xué)習(xí)一段

8、時(shí)間， 在到中國之前， 他想了解中國的風(fēng)俗習(xí)慣， 請你給他寫封信，講述一些中國的風(fēng)俗習(xí)慣，告訴他不要緊張。 內(nèi)容提示：可以從見面問好、餐桌禮儀等方面介紹。,Writing,Dear Paul, How are you? I am glad to know that you will come to China. Chinese people are very friendly, so you dont have to be nervous. In China, when you meet someone, you are supposed to shake hands. Its importa

9、nt for you to know some table manners. You are supposed to use chopsticks instead of spoon and fork. You are supposed to pick up your bowl to eat. Its impolite to stick your chopsticks into your,food. You shouldnt make noise while eating noodles. People in China and America behave differently at the dinner table. There