英语国家社会与文化Morals and Ethics.pptVIP

Did you know? The 10 Commandments used to be posted in many public schools, in courthouses and other public buildings? Within the last 100 years, different groups have removed them, stating that the US government shouldn’t endorse one religion over others. Next Week’s Vocabulary Etiquette: the customary code of polite behavior in society or among members of a particular profession or group. Manners: a persons outward bearing or way of behaving toward others. Niceties: The quality of showing or requiring careful, precise treatment; an elegant or refined feature Ps and Qs: An older saying where P means “please” and Q means “thank you”. It’s used in a phrase “Mind your Ps and Qs,” and it means “be on your best behavior”. Chivalry: Courtesy towards women. Hygiene: behavior and practices that preserves health; often refers to cleanliness Modesty: Reserve in speech, dress, or behavior; simplicity Attire: clothes, especially fine or formal ones Business casual: relating to or denoting a style of clothing that is less formal than traditional business wear, but is still intended to give a professional and businesslike impression Direct Communication: Communication style where clarity and transparency are important. It may seem very abrupt or rude to people from indirect communication styles. The Bill Melinda Gates Foundation is an example of doing the right thing. Yes, they have been blessed with great wealth – but they have chosen to use their money to help others. Since 1994, the Gates’ foundation has committed more than $25 billion – much of it toward improving global health. Rick Warren is the leader of a church and the author of a best-selling book, “The Purpose Driven Life.” Due to the success of his book sales, in 2005 Warren returned his 25 years of salary to the church and discontinued taking a salary. He said he and his wife gave away 90% of their income and began living off 10%. ethics: an area of study that deals with ideas about what is g