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阅读课文,回答问题
1. What is “culture shock” and what are the common reasons people experience it?______
2. How does people's experience change through the four phases of cultural adjustment?______
3. Do you think culture shock is a necessary part of adapting to a new country? Why or why not? Support your idea with examples from the text.______
4. What advice would you give to someone who is experiencing culture shock?______

答案： 1. Culture shock is feeling confused, strange or anxious in a new culture, often because of different languages, unfamiliar culture, or missing home. 2. First they feel excited, then get homesick and lonely, later they adapt, and finally feel at home. 3. Yes, because the text shows it's a natural process. For example, the "Adjustment Phase" shows that challenges help people learn to accept cultural differences. 4. Keep an open mind, be patient, learn about the local culture, and talk to others for help.

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答案： An educational exchange will be the adventure of a lifetime. We can experience a different culture, learn a new language, and make lots of friends. For example, we will stay with a foreign family and experience a different lifestyle. I want to apply for an educational exchange because it will help me learn new things and I will have a great time during the visit. However, as there may be costs, safety problems, and cultural shock, I will think twice before making a decision.