阅读理解。 The world is getting smaller and smaller, but gaps between people have always existed and will continue to exist for the foreseeable future. Different sets of cultures, belief systems and values have shaped today's world. To avoid misunderstandings, we need to learn not only other languages, but the cultures behind the languages as well. To understand English-speaking people, we first need to understand their culture, history and way of life. British and American Culture Reader will give students a good general idea of life and culture in the United Kingdom and the United States. The articles in this series vividly describe the structure of Western society from the perspectives (视角) of ordinary people - and their own experiences of life. As an American living in the United Kingdom, I am in a better position to know what's best about American culture through the eyes of my British friends. Actually, all the articles in this series are written by native English speakers who have lived in the West for a significant period. This ensures that the text presents an accurate picture of life in the English-speaking world. As a children's publisher, I know that young students in particular need lively lessons that will engage their curiosity and desire to learn. Therefore, topics have been carefully chosen to include those of greatest relevance to children, including games, schools, clothes and festivals. The series also provides an interesting contrast of British and American culture, which gives young Chinese readers an insight into the differences between them and therefore enables the students to better understand the two countries. Being aware that the teacher will pass on the information to students, the authors have made sure to present the text in a light-hearted and fun way, with interesting stories inserted where appropriate. British and American Culture Reader is a reflection of our society. Readers of this series will shake off the bad stereotypes (旧框框) that they hold about Westerners and may be surprised to find how similar Westerners' way of life is to their own in many ways. I hope you enjoy reading the articles as much as I have enjoyed writing them. 1. The passage is probably taken from ________. A. a book introduction B. an official document C. a personal diary D. a movie review 2. What does the series mainly deal with? A. Different forms of English. B. Differences between East and West. C. Cultures of the UK and the US. D. Customs in the English-speaking world. 3. British and American Culture Reader is mainly intended for ________. A. international college students B. US and UK teachers C. parents living in the East D. young Chinese students