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阅读理解 To give a tip or not? If so, how much? They can be headaches even for the most experienced tourists. This week, the main political parties in the UK have finally come to rescue by passing laws to forbid bars and restaurants taking tips from the customers. However, not every country in the world takes the matter as seriously as the British, who are believed to have invented the custom in the 17th century-originally as a noble practice of giving small gifts to the so-called "inferior(低等的)classes". Later, tipping has become a habit widely accepted in the world, although it is influenced by a nation's culture and values. A common joke among Americans is that only getting tax return is more confusing than tipping. Tips were imported into the country in the 19th century, when wealthy Americans began travelling to Europe. The custom was originally disapproved in the US. Critics accused tippers of creating a class of people who "begged for favors". Fast forward to the 21st century and you will still find Americans debating the pros and cons. But tipping is now completely ingrained(根深蒂固的)in the national soul. Like many Asian countries, China is largely a no-tipping culture for decades it was actually prohibited and considered illegal. To this day, it remains relatively uncommon. Japan's complex manner system includes tipping. It is socially acceptable on special occasions such as weddings, but on the other occasions, it can actually make the receiver feel ashamed, if not abused. Even on occasions where tips are expected, the money is expected to be sealed in special envelopes as a sign of gratitude and respect. Otherwise, it will be refused because tips are usually included in the payment for the service. （1） What's the original purpose of tipping? A . To please the ordinary people. B . To praise people's good deeds. C . To indicate people's thanks to the poor. D . To show noble kindness to the lower class. （2） What does the underlined sentence in paragraph 3 mean? A . Americans are used to giving tips.   B . It is quite normal to tip in America. C . Tipping is very complex in the US.   D . Getting tax return is simpler than tipping. （3） What can be inferred about tipping in Asia? A . Tips are totally forbidden in China. B . Tipping will become popular very soon. C . Good services should be put before tips.   D . Tips can be accepted for special celebrations. （4） In which section of a newspaper may this text appear? A . Law B . Culture. C . Economy D . Tourism 答案： D C D B

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