2. Read the text. Write T or F. The British are famous for their language, their sense of humour and their politeness. They are often quite reserved. Greeting people. When they meet someone for the first time, they usually shake hands. They kiss a person on the cheek or give them a hug only if that person is a close friend or a relative. Small talk. Good topics are family, friends, films, television, sport, studies, food, hobbies and the weather. Do not ask about age, religion, politics, marital status, weight or how much somebody earns. The British respect privacy. Visiting people at home. Arrive on time. Bring a small gift for your hosts (flowers, chocolates or a bottle of wine). A British person may say “Drop in anytime”, but you should always call first. 1. British people usually hug you when they meet you for the first time. ___ 2. A handshake is the most common greeting with a new person. ___ 3. It is a good idea to ask a British person how much they earn. ___ 4. Weather, films and sport are good topics for small talk. ___ 5. When you visit someone at home, you should arrive late. ___ 6. “Drop in anytime” means you can visit without calling first. ___

Перевод задания: Прочитайте текст. Напишите T (верно) или F (неверно).

1. F — British people hug only close friends or relatives, not people they meet for the first time. (Британцы обнимают только близких друзей или родственников, а не людей, которых впервые встречают.)
2. T — They usually shake hands when meeting someone for the first time. (При первой встрече они обычно пожимают друг другу руки.)
3. F — Asking how much someone earns is not appropriate. (Спрашивать, сколько человек зарабатывает, не следует.)
4. T — Weather, films and sport are listed as good small-talk topics. (Погода, фильмы и спорт названы подходящими темами для светской беседы.)
5. F — Guests should arrive on time. (Гостям следует приходить вовремя.)
6. F — You should always call first. (Всегда следует сначала позвонить.)