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In different parts of the world, like India, Africa, and the Middle East, people often eat with their hands. But using the left hand to eat is considered impolite because it’s thought to be unclean. In Thailand, the head is very special, so you shouldn’t pat a child on the head. In Korea, slapping (拍) someone on the back if they aren’t a close friend or family can make them uncomfortable. Every country has its own set of rules about what not to do. So, what are some things you shouldn’t do in China? Let’s find out.

Wearing a green hat is a no-no. In China, wearing a green hat can mean that a man’s wife has not been faithful. This idea started long ago when a businessman’s wife made a green hat for her husband to wear. When the husband went out for business, the wife’s lover would see the green hat and know that he could meet her. That’s why you won’t find green hats in Chinese stores!

Be careful with the word “dongxi”. In Chinese, “dongxi” means “things”, but calling someone a “dongxi” is not nice — it’s like saying they’re just a thing or not good. So, it’s a word to use carefully.

Watch out for certain numbers. Like some people dislike the number 13 in some countries, in China, the number 4 is avoided because it sounds like the word for “death.” Also, calling someone a “250” is not kind, as it means someone who is silly or thoughtless.

Never give a clock as a gift. In China, giving a clock as a gift is a big no-no because the word for “clock” sounds like the word for “end” or “death”. It’s seen as bad luck.

Knowing about these taboos helps in understanding Chinese culture and can make talking and making friends easier when you’re in China or with Chinese people.

1.What is impolite in Thailand according to the writer?

A Using the left hand to eat.

B Touching someone’s head.

C Backslapping friends.

D Kissing on the cheek.

解析：选B。B细节理解题。根据第一段中的“In Thailand, the head is very special, so you shouldn’t pat a child on the head.”可知，在泰国，不能拍孩子的头，因为头对他们来说很特别。故选B。

2.Which of the following is a welcomed gift in China?

A A green hat.

B A dress with “4” on it.

C A beautiful clock.

D A classic book.

解析：选D。D推理判断题。根据第二段中的“Wearing a green hat is a no-no.”和第四段中的“in China, the number 4 is avoided”和倒数第二段中的“Never give a clock as a gift.”可知，绿帽子和钟都不适合作为礼物，而数字4又是禁忌，因此裙子上有个数字4是不受欢迎的。故选D。

3.Why should we be careful with the word “dongxi”?

A It may lead to misunderstanding.

B It means something bad.

C It shows something about death.

D It brings people bad luck.

解析：选A。A推理判断题。根据倒数第四段可知，dongxi（东西）这个词有多重含义，本身指的是“东西”，但是当用来形容人时，具有贬义。即这个词使用不当可能会导致误解。故选A。

4.What does the underlined word “taboos” mean in Chinese?

A 警告.

B 阴谋.

C 禁忌.

D 风俗.

解析：选C。C词义猜测题。根据第一段最后一句“So, what are some things you shouldn’t do in China? Let’s find out.”以及后文提到的各种不适宜做的事情可知，taboo指的是禁忌。故选C。

5.The passage is probably written for _________.

A all Chinese people

B Chinese people abroad

C visitors from China

D foreigners coming to China

解析：选D。D推理判断题。根据全文内容及最后一段中的“when you’re in China or with Chinese people”可知，本文最有可能是写给外国人的。故选D。