ENGLISH WORKSHEET 3rd GRADE

Unidad: “The Importance of the Evolution of the Languages”

NAME: _______________________ CLASS: ____ ___ DATE: ____/_____/______

POINTS: ____/ 30 MARK: _____________

OBJECTIVE: By the end of the lesson I will identify several expressions about being polite and good
manners.

Contents: READING / Writing. Culture and traditions in other countries.

HOW TO BE POLITE IN OTHER COUNTRIES

If you’ve done any traveling at all, you’re likely quite aware that customs and etiquette
differ from one culture to another: what may be perfectly innocuous in one place may be
hideously offensive in another, and vice-versa. 
Whether you plan on traveling to any of the places listed below or just doing business
with a foreign client, it’s important to educate yourself on the standards of politesse and
etiquette beforehand—the last thing you want to do is offend someone with any ignorant or
rude behavior.

Here is how to be polite in 6 different countries…

CHINA: Be generous with saying “thank you” when someone does anything from pouring you
tea to offering you a gift, and if or when you receive a gift, take it with both hands. If someone
makes a comment about your weight/appearance/idiosyncrasy, try not to take it as offensive:
it’s merely an observation on their part.
FRANCE: Be sure to say “please” and “thank you” often and always thank people for their time.
If you need help at a shop, apologize to the staff for bothering them with a question, and be
sure to thank them before you leave. Make sure that you chew with your mouth closed during
meals, do not speak when your mouth is full, and for goodness’ sake, don’t slurp anything!

BRAZIL: Smile often, don’t be afraid to touch others during conversation, and be generous with
the “thumbs-up” sign. Avoid the “okay” gesture (it’s offensive), and if you eat a sandwich, use a
napkin to hold it rather than your bare hands. Don’t use a toothpick without covering your
mouth with your free hand, and if you’re going to wear a tiny string Speedo on the beach, be
sure to strut around in it.

GERMANY: Much like Scandinavian people, Germans tend to be reserved and polite. Ensure
that handshakes are firm, and always address people with Mr. or Mrs. followed by their
surname (“Herr” or “Frau” if you’re confident that you will pronounce them well). Decent table
manners are of great importance, and be sure to say “please” and “thank you” often.

PAKISTAN: Be sure to dress modestly (especially if you’re female), and if you go out for a meal,
eat with your right hand; the left is considered unclean. Sit on your left hand if you need to, but
keep it away from your food. Don’t show anyone the bottom of your shoe, and try not to touch
anyone with your feet.

KOREA: Don’t be offended if a Korean woman merely nods instead of offering her hand to
shake, and don’t extend yours to her. Never touch a Korean person while talking to them
(unless you’re on very friendly terms), and maintain a respectable distance: personal space is
rather vital. Try to avoid talking too much during meals, and offer to pay even if you know that
the other party is treating you.

VOCABULARY > KEYWORDS

• CUSTOMS: traditions, social attitudes.

• ETIQUETTE: the customary code of polite behaviour.
• INNOCUOUS: not harmful or offensive.
• HIDEOUSLY: in an extremely unpleasant, ugly manner
• POLITESSE: formal politeness or etiquette.
• BEFOREHAND: in advance, previous to an action or an event.
• BEHAVIOR / BEHAVIOUR: the way people act or conduct themselves.
ACTIVITY 1 .Read the first part of “How to be polite in other countries”
and answer the following questions:

1.- Why is important to know particular customs if you travel to a foreign country?
( 2 p)

2. - Why you should eat using your right hand in Pakistan? ( 2 P)

3.- Can you touch people when you talk to them in Brazil? WHY? ( 2 P)

Activity 2 : Read the text and complete the chart using the correct imformation.
( 10 p.)

COUNTRY DO  DON’T 
CHINA Be generous with saying Not be offended if someone comments
“thank you” about your weight /appearance /
idiosyncrasy
FRANCE

KOREA

GERMANY

PAKISTAN

BRAZIL
ACTIVITY 3 : Translate into Spanish. ( 8 p)

1. pour ___________________________________
2. apologize _____________________________
3. gesture ____________________________________
4. strut ___________________________________
5. merely __________________________________
6. slurp ____________________________________
7. nod _____________________________________
8. chew __________________________________

ACTIVITY 4 : Answer True / false. Correct the false sentences. ( 6 p)

1.- In Germany you have to address people using Mr. or Mrs. followed by their
surname ______________________________________________________________________

2.- Brazilian people like the OK gesture _______________________________________

3.- Chinese receive gifts with the right hand _________________________________

4.- In France, you can open your mouth while eating _________________________