A Chinese business meal is mostly a social affair any talk of business will not start until long after the meal has begun, or is sometimes left for the end. Naturally, not too many negotiations are finished or contracts signed during this time, but you can still use the opportunity to strengthen your relationship, present your business or deal with various problems. The social aspect is important when doing business in China. Many business people and customers don't feel confident about working together until they know each other.Business meals can be large or small, formal or informal, and the way a meal is organised will show how individuals prefer to do things. One thing is for certain: most hosts will want to impress their guest with lots of food and plenty of good rice wine(1) (单选题)1. Why could "Don't talk about business at the dinner table" sound illogical?
(一) Advice for business meals with Chinese customers The Chinese have a saying, “Fan zhuo shang bu tan sheng yi,” which means “Don't talk about business at the dinner table.” That might not seem logical when we are talking about business meals, but another saying, "Fan chí hao le,sheng yi ye jiu hao le,” which means “Business can be easily done if you treat them to a good meal,” makes it clear. A Chinese business meal is mostly a social affair any talk of business will not start until long after the meal has begun, or is sometimes left for the end. Naturally, not too many negotiations are finished or contracts signed during this time, but you can still use the opportunity to strengthen your relationship, present your business or deal with various problems. The social aspect is important when doing business in China. Many business people and customers don't feel confident about working together until they know each other.Business meals can be large or small, formal or informal, and the way a meal is organised will show how individuals prefer to do things. One thing is for certain: most hosts will want to impress their guest with lots of food and plenty of good rice wine(1) (单选题)1. Why could "Don't talk about business at the dinner table" sound illogical?A. Because the meal is called a business meal.B. Because that is the business.C. Because a business meal is always about other people's business.D. Because a business meal is where business is done.A.B.C.D.(2) (单选题)2. Which of the following is true about a Chinese business meal?A. You will not talk about business another time.B. It is a chance to get to know the business partner.c. The business meal is a relaxing occasion away from the familyD. You will reach an agreement during the meal.A.B.C.D.(3) (单选题)3. What can the purpose of a Chinese business meal be?A. It can be an opportunity to get to know a good Chinese restaurant.B. It can be an opportunity to get to know your business partner better.c. It can be an opportunity to solve the problem of where to eat.D. It can be an opportunity to eat Chinese food.A.B.C.D.(4) (单选题)4. Is there a standard format for Chinese business meals?A. Yes, a Chinese business meal always has the same format.B. No, a Chinese business meal can be different according to who is the host.C. No, a Chinese business meal can be difficult according to who is the guest.D. Yes, Chinese business meals are very formal.A.B.C.D.(5) (单选题)5. What is a sure fact?A. Your host will insist on giving you a lot to eat and drink.B. Your host will have a lot to eat and drink.C. Your host will insist on having a lot to eat and drink.D. You will have to insist on having a lot to eat and drink.A.B.C.D.