Unit 6 - Lesson 2

In some cultures, wearing outdoor shoes inside the home is considered impolite, so _____ are used instead.

Talking about politics during family gatherings can be _____ in some households.

Understanding the _____ of different cultures can make international business more successful.

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

In Germany, is a sign of respect and is expected in both business and social settings. (PUNCTUAL)

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

In multicultural workplaces, celebrating different holidays has become an tradition. (ACCEPT)

Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

She felt it was rude when he interrupted her in the middle of her story.

Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

In some rural areas, helping neighbors during harvest season is the norm, strengthening community bonds.

Drag and drop to complete the sentences.

1. In many cultures, people 8.1 slightly forward when greeting elders to show respect.

2. During the ceremony, all the participants have to stand up and 8.2 to the ancestors.

3. In some sports, players 8.3 before and after the match to show good sportsmanship.

The weather was fantastic, _____ was unusual for that time of year.

They stayed for hours, _____ my mother was very annoyed about. 

Choose the underlined part that needs correction.

More than ten students have failed the exam, that surprised the class teacher.

Choose the underlined part that needs correction.

Two months ago, Tony shared a story about his childhood, that caused a shock in the media.

Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given. Do not change the word given. You must use between two and five words, including the word given.

The situation is becoming increasingly complicated and we need to find a solution soon. (WHICH)

=> The situation is growing more demands a swift solution.

Combine the sentences into a new one, using the given word in the brackets. Do NOT change the word given.

He didn't take his father's advice. That’s why he is out of work. (WHICH)

=> He didn't follow he is out of work.

Choose the correct sentence that best combines this pair of sentences.

He behaved in a very strange way. That surprised me a lot.

Choose the correct sentence that best combines this pair of sentences.

I have no idea what to wear to the wedding. That's why I'm stressing out!

Rearrange the words in a correct order to make a complete sentence (kéo từng từ/cụm từ về vị trí đúng để tạo thành câu hoàn chỉnh).

Rearrange the words in a correct order to make a complete sentence (kéo từng từ/cụm từ về vị trí đúng để tạo thành câu hoàn chỉnh).

Rearrange the words in a correct order to make a complete sentence (kéo từng từ/cụm từ về vị trí đúng để tạo thành câu hoàn chỉnh).

Rearrange the words in a correct order to make a complete sentence (kéo từng từ/cụm từ về vị trí đúng để tạo thành câu hoàn chỉnh).

Rearrange the words in a correct order to make a complete sentence (kéo từng từ/cụm từ về vị trí đúng để tạo thành câu hoàn chỉnh).

Read the following passage and choose the correct answer to each of the questions.

Hi everyone! I'm Linh from Hanoi, sharing what I discovered today! Our cultural studies class explored fascinating wedding traditions worldwide, which opened my eyes completely.

• Korea: Korean weddings blend modern and traditional elements beautifully, which creates unique celebrations. Couples wear hanbok during traditional ceremonies, which represents their cultural heritage proudly. Korean families exchange gifts called "ham," which symbolizes good fortune for newlyweds. The groom's family traditionally brings these gifts, which shows respect to bride's family. Red and blue are dominant colors in Korean weddings because they represent balance between opposite elements.
• Mexico: Mexican weddings feature vibrant mariachi music, which fills celebrations with incredible energy. Couples exchange "las arras" (thirteen coins), which symbolizes financial commitment and trust. Mexican families perform "el lazo" ceremony, which involves draping decorative rope around couples. This tradition represents eternal unity, which I find absolutely beautiful. Dancing continues until dawn, which shows how much Mexicans value celebration.
• Morocco: Moroccan weddings last multiple days, which demonstrates the importance of marriage ceremonies. Brides wear elaborate kaftans with intricate henna designs, which takes hours to complete. Families organize separate celebrations for men and women, which maintains traditional gender customs. The bride changes outfits several times, which represents different stages of marriage. Tea ceremonies welcome guests to show Moroccan hospitality traditions.
• Scotland: Scottish couples often wear traditional kilts, which honors their ancestral heritage beautifully. Bagpipe music accompanies ceremonies, which creates emotional and memorable atmospheres. The "handfasting" ritual binds couples' hands together, which originated the phrase "tying the knot." Highland games sometimes follow receptions, which adds competitive fun to celebrations.

What wedding traditions exist in your culture? Do any similarities surprise you?

What do Korean families give to bring good luck to newly married couples?

The word "they" in paragraph 2 refers to _____.

A Mexican wedding, as described in the passage, includes all of the following EXCEPT _____.

Which two cultures are mentioned as having wedding traditions that involve wearing specific, heritage-based attire?

Which of the following can be inferred about the writer of the blog?

Choose the correct answer in the box to complete the conversation. Write only the letter A-E in each blank.

A: I'm discovering cultural differences between the UK and South Korea. Do you know much about the contrasts?

B: Definitely! The cultural norms can be quite different. One interesting difference is about writing names. 27.1

A: Oh wow, that's so different! In South Korea, writing someone's name in red ink is considered very taboo. It's associated with death because traditionally, only the names of the deceased were written in red.

B: 27.2

A: Actually, both countries are quite similar in that regard. In both the UK and South Korea, people rarely take afternoon naps. Most adults just power through the day until evening.

B: But I've noticed a big difference when it comes to gift-giving customs. 27.3

A: Yes, and that's completely opposite in Korea! It's actually considered quite rude to open gifts in front of the person who gave them to you. 

B: 27.4

A: Absolutely.