Practice 3

Before travelling to another country, Anna always tries to

• A. watch people practicing their traditions.

• B. talk to someone from that country.

• C. do some background reading.

How does Anna feel about her language skills?

• A. regretful that she didn’t pay more attention at school

• B. confident that she can communicate fairly easily

• C. amazed by how many languages she has acquired

Anna says that when visiting someone in their home

• A. it’s fine to let them know you’re anxious.

• B. it’s a good idea to copy how they behave.

• C. it’s advisable to find out what to do in advance.

How did Anna feel when she made a mistake?

• A. annoyed that she had forgotten some advice

• B. grateful that her host was sympathic

• C. amused by her own behaviour

How did Anna overcome culture shock when she lived abroad?

• A. by studying the culture carefully

• B. by getting to know local people

• C. by establishing a routine

How did Anna feel when she was at the Lantern Festival?

• A. astonished that she had never heard about it

• B. anxious to remember every moment of it

• C. eager to participate in it

What does Anna say about the book she is writing about culture?

• A. She is disappointed in her progress so far.

• B. She is keen to get feedback from people she knows.

• C. She is unsure about including her own experiences.