In the American’s eyes, the Chinese are generally modest Except in_________.
A: giving compliments
B: appearance
C: dress
D: receiving praise
A: giving compliments
B: appearance
C: dress
D: receiving praise
举一反三
- Receiving compliments gracefully is more important than giving compliments.
- In business dress for men/women, tatoos and piercings are acceptable as long as A: they are modest in appearance B: they are in a place that is covered by clothing C: your boss approves of it
- Both Chinese and American compliments can be interpreted as formulaic in basic semantic and syntactic patterns and topics.
- 中国大学MOOC:"The generalization of Chinese people as “polite and modest” in American society is based upon in-depth study of Chinese culture.";
- 中国大学MOOC: The dominant American society appreciates and respects Chinese people for being modest and discreet.