I. Read the passage and do the tasks that follow Smoking is not as common in America as in many other countries. Generally, Americans smoke less than Europeans and much less than Asians. It is a practice that is becoming less and less socially acceptable. Smoking is prohibited in many places. It is not allowed in any public buildings, on any public transportation (including airplane flights within the United States), in shops, movie theaters, schools, and office buildings. The general rule is if you are indoors, then you probably are not
allowed to smoke. The exceptions are bars, nightclubs, and some restaurants. If a restaurant does allow smoking, it will only be in an area that is designated for smokers. If you are with someone, even outdoors, it is polite to ask if they mind before you start smoking. The legal smoking age in America is 18. If you are buying cigarettes (or another tobacco product)
and you look young, the store clerk is required by law to ask you for proof of legal age. You should be prepared to provide identification.
*. Exercise 1: Find words in the passage which have the meaning
1. adequate or suitable: welcome 2. forbidden, esp. by law
3. have sb/st as part of a whole 4. things that are not included
5. based on or concerned with the law
*. Exercise 2: Decide whether each of the statements is True or False
1. ___ Asians smoke more than Europeans and Americans.
2 ___ Smoking isn't allowed in America.
3. ___ Anyone travelling by plane in the United States can smoke.
4. ___ Some restaurants is designated smoking areas allow smoking.
5. ___ You should ask for permission before starting smoking.
6. ___ Americans, aged 18, can buy cigarettes