An epitome(缩影) of American culture
The United States of America is an immigrant country with all kinds of races from all over the world, such as Africans, Asians, Europeans and South Americans, with the Indians its natives. 36 .
37 .So English plays an important role in the USA and becomes its only official language. If someone asks who do say only one language, the answer must be Americans. 38 . You can recognize Americans and know he is southeastern (one speaks a bit slow but clearly)or northeastern (one speaks quickly) by their accents. 39 . Take the followings as an example, if you hear an English-speaking person says “would you like to pay a visit to my flat for diner tonight?”, but does not say: “would you like to visit my apartment…?” he may be an English but not American.
40 . The U.SA took an active part in the G20 summit conference held in Hangzhou, China last month. And many people regard American English as the standard English. Believe it or not, many people retell what the Americans say and try to learn a mouthful of American accent!
American English is an epitome of American culture which shows The USA is tolerant, easy-going, but commanding!
A. Because of it, the USA is a country with colorful and special culture, in which English is a good example
B. But the language differs from area to area in USA, for most of Americans have strong accent but less dialect.
C. In the modern time the USA plays an important part in the international affairs.
D. You also can tell them from Englishmen by the words and phrases which they use.
E.The British have ruled America for over 300 years.
F. As a result, the USA becomes a powerful country in which English are widely used.
G. At present the language used in the USA is very wonderful.
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—Good afternoon. My name is Peter. I’m the general manager of the personnel department. I’ll be interviewing you. Please sit down.
— 61 , Peter. My name’s Jon. Jon Smash.
—Well, Jon, it’s a pleasure to meet you. 62 .
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A. I’m glad it’s you who will offer me the opportunity to get the job B. I enjoy approaching problems directly C. Nice to meet you D. What are your strengths E. I owe my success to my employees F. Tell me about your work experience G. I think I’m very level-headed |
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