Model task 3 page SP4 socialising no man is an island entire of itself, wrote the English poet John Donne.0:01
But each is a piece of the same continent.0:17
It's true that we all are connected with each other, whether we like it or not.0:20
It is in our nature to want to be around other people.0:26
If we're feeling bad, we can get help from other members of our society.0:29
If we are feeling happy and strong, we can give something back.0:34
It's true that socializing isn't always easy.0:38
Sometimes we have to make an effort to be sociable when we don't feel like it.0:42
This is especially true when we are in a different country or region where social etiquette is different and even seems a little strange.0:48
For instance, you might think that dressing smartly to go to a person's house for dinner is unnecessary.0:57
But in Russia, most people expect it as a sign of respect.1:03
You should take a bunch of flowers too.1:08
Personally, I think gratitude is one of the most important parts of social etiquette.1:13
Saying thank you or even writing a letter is never a mistake.1:19
Even if you made slip ups in other areas of etiquette, this will make sure that they are forgiven or forgotten.1:23
On a basic level, acknowledging the effort made by another shows you don't think of yourself as an island.1:31
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