Call American TheirNames

A great differencebetween American social customs and those of other countries is the way inwhich names are used.Americans have little concernfor"rank",especially

socially. MostAmericans do not want to be treated in any especially respectful way because oftheir age or social rank;it makes them feel uncomfortable.Many Americans

even find theterms"Mr.","Mrs."or"Miss" too formal.People ofall ages may prefer to be called by their first names."Don't call me Mrs.Smith.Just call me Sally."Using only

first names usuallyindicates friendliness and acceptance. However,if you do not feel comfortableusing only first names,it is quite acceptable to be more formal.Just smile

and say that after awhile you will use first names but you are accustomed to being more when youfirst meet someone.

Veryoften,introductions are made using both first and last names:"MarySmith,this is John Jones."In this situation you are free to decide whetherto call the

lady"Mary"or"MissSmith". Sometimes both of you will begin a conversation using lastnames,and after a while one or both of you may begin using first namesinstead.You

have a choicE.if youdon't want to use first names so quickly, no one will think it impolite if youcontinue according to your own custom.According to thepassage,most Americans feel______when they are treated especially respectfullyowing to their age or social rank.

A.sick

B.sorry

C.uneasy

D.embarrassed