Tips on Touring the UK
Planning a visit to the UK? Here are some tips on how to enjoy your visit to the country.
Advance planning
You need a visa for the UK. You will need to go to the British Embassy, at least two months before the start of your journey, and fill in an application. 31 Don't be nervous about this, as it is quick and informal.
Greetings
When you arrive in Britain, someone will meet you at the airport. 32 But don't do that for too long. Men and women shake hands when they first meet.
Body language
British people do not stand too close to each other. 33__But don't stare at them. British people often look away from you when they talk, and then look at you again at the end of the sentence.
Food
The social rules about eating in Britain seem strange from other countries. Many families in the UK only sit at the table together at the weekend. Some families have a“TV”dinner, who eat their meal while watching TV. 34 At the table,eat quietly and don't lift the bowl up to your mouth.
Making conversations
It is polite to ask about the history and customs of the place you visit. 35 But don't ask them their ages or income, unless they are about the same age as you. Bring some photos of your family to show them, and perhaps a small gift. You will soon find you needn't have worried and that you have made some new friends!
A. Hug and kiss them on the cheeks.
B. Greet them by shaking hands firmly.
C. Then the staff there will interview you.
D. Look at the person you meet and smile.
E. Others do it at different times of the day.
F. Later you will have a physical examination and a questionnaire.
G. People will be encouraged to talk more if they find you1 re interested.
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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 .
—I’ve been a manager at Nike for over three years. I won manager of the year award two years ago, and I got promoted last August.
—OK. Tell me about yourself…your personality.
— 63 . I think before I act, and if something goes wrong in our company I always remain calm. I never scream at my employees. And I’ve never lost my temper.
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—I think I’m good at solving problems. 65 . I also love challenges. I work well under pressure. When my boss pushes me to finish a project early I always get it done and never complain.
—Jon, you seem like a very good manager. I like your ambition. You’re very confident and motivated. We like that here at Microsoft. Well, our interview is over……
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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