giúp mình với Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on,your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the,questions from 34 to 40.,When talking to someone from another culture, what you can discuss while the person is still a,stranger varies widely depending on which type of culture you are from. These two types have,been called "peach" culture and "coconut" culture. Each culture has its own rules about what it,is OK to talk about in early conversations. [I] If we understand the strict but very different rules,about conversation in each culture, we are in a better position to show respect when we meet,strangers while traveling.,The idea of "peach" and "coconut" cultures comes from an expert in cross-cultural,communication called Erin Meyer. She first used it in a book called The Culture Map, which,was published in 2014. This book explores various aspects of cultural differences in business,and communication, and she uses the peach and coconut idea to help explain how very different,cultures, such as those of the USA and Germany, appeoach areas like interpersonal relationships,and trust. [2] The two items are used because they are opposites in a way. A peach is very soft,on the outside but very hard in the middle, whereas a coconut is very hard on the outside but has,soft flesh and sweet milk in the middle.,In "peach" cultures, like those of the USA and Brazil, people are usually very friendly right,from the start. They often share personal stories about their weekend or a recent trip they,enjoyed. It's also common to talk about everyday topics like food, the weather, or TV shows. [3],In "coconut"" cultures, such as those of Germany and Russia, people are more reserved at first,they studied. People might also talk about cultural things like important places or traditional,food from their country. 14] Talking about recent news or developments in areas like technology,or business is usually fine if the topic isn't controversial. However, sharing personal details or,making jokes too soon is not advised, because it might be seen as unacceptable or rude.,The peach and coconut concept helps explain why people from some cultures seem very,friendly and open at first, while others might appear unfriendly or even rude on first meeting,However, in both types of culture, people can, of course, bond. It just might take longer in a,coconut culture, but perhaps it lasts longer.,0,34. What does the writer say about conversation between strangers in,paragraph 1?,A. People in the same culture have different rules for talking to,strangers.,B. Some cultures have strict rules about topics, some don't.,C. The same basic rules apply across cultures.,D. There are two types of culture with regard to rules for early,conversations.,35. Why does the writer refer to the cultures of the USA and,Germany in paragraph 2?,A. They are two cultures mentioned in The Culture Map.,B. They are opposites in Meyer's terms.,C. They are examples of interesting cultures.,D. They are different in two ways.,36. What does 'The two items' refer to in paragraph 2?,A. Business and communication.,B. Interpersonal relationships and trust.,C. Peaches and coconuts.,D. The USA and Germany.,37. What is a characteristic of "coconut" cultures as described in the,passage?,A. People often share personal stories early on,B. Conversations focus on everyday topics like food and,weather,C. Initial conversations may focus on professional backgrounds,D. People are very friendly and open from the start,38. Where should this sentence go in the text? "Giving compliments,about someone's clothes or hairstyle is seen as nice and,friendly. ",A. [1].,B. [2].,C. [3].,D. [4].,39. What does the word 'bond' mean in paragraph 4?,A. Be friendly.,B. Become friends with.,C. Have fun together.,D. Join together.,40. What can be inferred from the passage about "peach" and,"coconut" cultures?,A. People from "coconut" cultures are less likely to form deep,friendships.,B. It is impossible to have meaningful conversations in "peach",cultures.,C. Understanding cultural communication styles can enhance,respectful interactions.,D. "Peach" cultures do not have any rules about what is acceptable,to discuss with strangers.

Question

Accepted Answer

Here are the answers to questions 34 to 40:

34. D. There are two types of culture with regard to rules for early conversations.

35. A. They are two cultures mentioned in The Culture Map.

36. C. Peaches and coconuts.

37. C. Initial conversations may focus on professional backgrounds is not mentioned in the passage. But the correct answer can be concluded from option A, B and D which were also incorrect to conclude, so we must infer C, initial conversations may focus on some other topic but not A, B, or D (A, B and D is very similar with "peach" culture). So we look at paragraph 3 to find a different answer to conclude C. Here is the answer that is different with "peach" culture to conclude as C and it is:  People might also talk about cultural things like important places or traditional food from their country.

38. C. [3].

39. B. Become friends with.

40. C. Understanding cultural communication styles can enhance respectful interactions.