汉语和英语在文化方面有许多共同之处，但也存在着诸多差异。这些差异往往是考查的重中之重。我们要力求用英语思维，避免母语交流定势的干扰，要根据英语的文化交流习惯来应答。例如，当中国人听到对方夸奖或赞美时，习惯上要说些表示谦虚的话。而英美人则不同，总是先接受对方的夸奖，再表示谢意。

　　1. [2008山东卷]-Say, Jane, will you come with me to the game Friday?

　　-________, Bob, but I promised Mary I'd go with her.

　　A. My pleasure B. Thanks C. Take it easy D. Forget it

　　2. [2008安徽卷]-Good evening. Huangshan Hotel.

　　-Good evening. ______________?

　　A. Do you still have a room for tonight

　　B. What would you like, please

　　C. Is there anything I can do for you

　　D. Who is that speaking, please w.w.w.302edu.c.o.m

　　3. [2008重庆卷]-May I ask a question after class, Sir?

　　- , but not during my lunch break.

　　A. I'm sorry B. Anytime C.Certainly D. Go ahead

　　4. [2008重庆卷]-I am afraid I can't return the book to you before Friday.

　　- .

　　A. Don't be afraid B. Be careful

C. Not at all D. Take your time