Had conditions been reversed, the American would feel he was “cheating” the driver if he implied the next town was close when he knew it was really 15miles further on. Although, he, too, would be sympathetic to the weary driver, he would say, “you have a good way to go yet; it is at least 15 more miles.” The driver might be disappointed, but he would know what to expect.
This often-epeated question of accuracy versus courtesy leads to many misunderstandings between people of different cultures. If you are aware of the situation in advance, it is sometimes easier to recognize the problem.
67.The best title for the passage should be_______.
A.Truth or politeness B.Truth or lying
C.Cultural differences D.Honest Americans
68.In American’s view, people who tell you what they think you want to hear, whether or not it is true, are_______.
A.polite B.honest C.kind
D.misleading
69.According to the author, misunderstandings and angers often occur as a result of_______.
A.the exactness of negotiation B.the importance in trust and truth
C.deep differences in values D.lack of respect
70.According to the author, Americans_______.
A.treat a business deal like a courtship
B.list honor on the top of the list of values
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