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| - | ====== 101 Characteristics | + | ====== 101 Characteristics |
| //Written by Planaria J. Price and Euphronia Awakuni//\\ //Edited by Troy Liu// | //Written by Planaria J. Price and Euphronia Awakuni//\\ //Edited by Troy Liu// | ||
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| + | <span lo>This article is reprinted from [[https:// | ||
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| To help you compare and contrast what you observe of American culture and your own, mark the similarities and differences between your culture and what you have read about in this article. | To help you compare and contrast what you observe of American culture and your own, mark the similarities and differences between your culture and what you have read about in this article. | ||
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| + | You may notice some yellow <span hi> | ||
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| + | 你或许留意到了正文中的一些< | ||
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| - Americans come in all colors, have all types of religions, and speak many languages from all over the world. | - Americans come in all colors, have all types of religions, and speak many languages from all over the world. | ||
| - Americans are extremely independent, | - Americans are extremely independent, | ||
| - | - 66% of Americans are overweight; 37% of those are obese. | + | - 66% of Americans are overweight; 37% of those are <span hi>obese</ |
| - Americans believe in freedom of choice. | - Americans believe in freedom of choice. | ||
| - | - Americans need a lot of “elbow room”; they like personal space around them. | + | - Americans need a lot of <span hi>“elbow room”</ |
| - Approximately 1% of Americans are homeless (3.5 million people). | - Approximately 1% of Americans are homeless (3.5 million people). | ||
| - Americans talk easily to the homeless but use good judgment and are careful with whom they talk. | - Americans talk easily to the homeless but use good judgment and are careful with whom they talk. | ||
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| - Americans follow the rule of law. | - Americans follow the rule of law. | ||
| - Littering (throwing garbage on the street), graffiti and tagging(writing on the walls), and loitering (standing around and doing nothing) are against the law and are punishable by a fine of jail. | - Littering (throwing garbage on the street), graffiti and tagging(writing on the walls), and loitering (standing around and doing nothing) are against the law and are punishable by a fine of jail. | ||
| - | - Discriminating against or making any insulting statement about someone else’s religion or ethnicity is against the law and could be punishable as a //hate crime//. | + | - Discriminating against or making any insulting statement about someone else’s religion or ethnicity is against the law and could be punishable as a <span hi>//hate crime//</ |
| - You must be over the age of 21 and you must have an identification card with a photo to buy or drink alcohol. | - You must be over the age of 21 and you must have an identification card with a photo to buy or drink alcohol. | ||
| - In most states, it is illegal to buy cigarettes if you are under the age of 18 and often you can only smoke in certain places. | - In most states, it is illegal to buy cigarettes if you are under the age of 18 and often you can only smoke in certain places. | ||
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| - It is normal for American women to have male friends who are just friends (and vice versa). | - It is normal for American women to have male friends who are just friends (and vice versa). | ||
| - It is not uncommon for American men and women to share an apartment as roommates and not have an asexual relationship with each other. | - It is not uncommon for American men and women to share an apartment as roommates and not have an asexual relationship with each other. | ||
| - | - Most American women do not like possessive or jealous men. | + | - Most American women do not like <span hi>possessive</ |
| - Most American women do not feel comfortable having the man pay for everything all of the time. | - Most American women do not feel comfortable having the man pay for everything all of the time. | ||
| - Be careful: Meet new friends in a public place many times before you get into a car or give out your address. | - Be careful: Meet new friends in a public place many times before you get into a car or give out your address. | ||
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| - There are special seats in the front of buses reserved for disabled people or senior citizens. | - There are special seats in the front of buses reserved for disabled people or senior citizens. | ||
| - | - Be careful when you offer your seat on the bus to an older or a disabled person. Most older people do not want to be thought of as someone needing help. | + | - Be careful when you offer your seat on the bus to an older or disabled person. Most older people do not want to be thought of as someone needing help. |
| - | - Most buses require the exact amount of money and can not make change. | + | - Most buses require the exact amount of money and can not make a change. |
| - Because of pick-pockets, | - Because of pick-pockets, | ||
| - Pedestrians always have the right of way. | - Pedestrians always have the right of way. | ||
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| - Rent must be paid on time or there is usually a late fee. | - Rent must be paid on time or there is usually a late fee. | ||
| - If you pay your rent by cash, be sure to get a receipt. | - If you pay your rent by cash, be sure to get a receipt. | ||
| - | - Americans love to hunt for bargains and often buy used things. | + | - Americans love to hunt for bargains and often buy used things. |
| - | - | + | - If the police put the lights on to tell you to stop your car, move to the side of the road right away. Stay in your car. |
| + | - Look directly at the officer. Smile and say, “What seems to be the problem, Officer? | ||
| + | - When you drive, be sure to always have your license, registration, | ||
| + | - Never, for any reason, argue with or give money to a police officer. | ||
| + | - Always be on time for the job interview and to your job. | ||
| + | - Dress appropriately for the job interview. | ||
| + | - Smile, look the interviewer in the eye, and shake hands firmly when you meet. | ||
| + | - At the interview, be positive, and describe your good qualities. | ||
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| + | - Students are expected to ask questions. | ||
| + | - Never use a cell phone in class. | ||
| + | - It is normal for an American teacher to sit on the desk. | ||
| + | - Always call your teacher by his or her name. | ||
| + | - It is never too late to go back to school and you can almost always find free adult education classes. | ||
| + | - It is permitted to visit most college and university campuses to see what they are like. | ||
| + | - Children from the ages of 6 to 16 must attend school in the United States. | ||
| + | - Do your own work. Copying from a book, a friend, or the Internet is called <span hi>// | ||
| + | - Cheating is serious, and the punishment is strong. | ||
| + | - Americans try to take care of a medical problem early. | ||
| + | - When you have a serious medical problem, it’s a good idea to get a second opinion. | ||
| + | - You can always ask the receptionist how much a doctor' | ||
| + | - When you need to make an appointment with a doctor, list all of your symptoms in English before you call. | ||
| + | - Most states have free or low-cost clinics. | ||
| + | - Never go to a hospital emergency room unless it is a matter of life or death. | ||
| + | - Americans are really careful about not bothering anyone else with their body odor or bad breath. | ||
| + | - Most Americans take at least one bath or shower each day. | ||
| + | - Most Americans put on a good underarm <span hi> | ||
| + | - Throw all toilet paper and seat covers in the toilet to be flushed away. | ||
| + | - If you can’t understand the sign on the restroom door, ask someone or check to see who goes in or comes out. | ||
| + | - Americans often talk to each other or on the cell phone while using the bathroom. | ||
| + | - There are very few “public” bathrooms available in U.S. cities and towns. | ||
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| + | ==== Words - 词汇 ==== | ||
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| + | - **Obese:** / | ||
| + | - **Elbow room:** /ˈel.boʊ ˌruːm/ <n.> 活动余地，活动空间 | ||
| + | - **Hate crime:** /ˈheɪt ˌkraɪm/ <n.> （因种族、性取向等歧视引起的）仇恨犯罪；仇恨犯罪行为 | ||
| + | - **Possessive: | ||
| + | - **Homosexuality: | ||
| + | - **Domestic violence:** / | ||
| + | - **Sexual harassment: | ||
| + | - **Plagiarism: | ||
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| + | ==== About the book - 关于这本书 ==== | ||
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| + | **Title - 标题**\\ Life in the USA | ||
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| + | **Subtitle - 副标题**\\ An Immigrant' | ||
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| + | **Author - 作者**\\ Planaria J. Price and Euphronia Awakuni | ||
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| + | **ISBN**\\ 978-0-472-03304-1 | ||
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| + | **DOI**\\ 10.3998/ | ||
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