Directions: In this section you will hear a recorded short passage. The passage is printed in the test paper, but with some words or phrases missing. The passage will be read three times. During the second reading, you are required to put the missing words or phrases on the Answer Sheet in order of the numbered blanks according to what you hear. The third reading is for you to check your witing. Now the passage will begin.
There are several ways in which American (11) customs are different from those in other parts of the world. A guest invited to dinner is (12) to arrive on time. The use of the fork and knife is often different. The fork is used mostly in the right hand. It (13) the food without help from the knife, which is generally used only to cut meat or potatoes, and is placed to the right of the plate when (14) And while in many places the napkin is put around the neck, here it is put on the lap. Finally, when Americans eat certain foods, they use their fingers. For example, at (15) they eat chicken, pizza and so on with their hands only. Directions: