Everybody likes parties. Do you want to be popular at the party? Remember these tips.
Bring a small present. When you go to a dinner party, it’s a good idea to bring a small present. Flowers are always nice and welcome. You can also bring a box of chocolate or a bottle of wine. You don’t need to bring expensive presents.
You should arrive on time. Don’t be late for the party. If you can’t catch the bus and you may be late for the party, remember to call the host（主人） or the hostess（女主人）.
Try to be relaxed at the dinner table. Don’t be nervous(紧张的).Try to be relaxed and smile. If you don’t know how to use the fork and knife, don’t worry about it. You can watch other people and follow them.
Don’t forget to thank the host and the hostess. Before you leave the party, say thanks to the host and hostess. If you like the meals, speak out. The host and hostess will be pleased to know that.
【小题1】If you go to a dinner party, you can bring some things EXCEPT______.

A．flowers

B．chocolate

C．wine

D．a watch

【小题2】What can you do if you may be late for the party?

A．You can forget the time.	B．You can call the host or the hostess.
C．You can send an email to the host.	D．You can ask the host to pick you up.

【小题3】If you don’t know how to use the fork and knife, you can________.

A．ask others to teach you	B．ask the host to teach you
C．watch others and follow them	D．use chopsticks instead of the fork and knife.

【小题4】The underlined word “pleased” means________.

A．happy

B．sad

C．relaxed

D．angry

【小题5】What’s the main idea of the passage?

A．It’s about different kinds of parties.

B．It’s about how to be popular at the party.

C．It’s about the best time to have a party.

D．It’s about the best present for the host and hostess.