2 Read the text. Match the types of guests (1-3) with the names in English:
c random stranger b) an invited guest or c) an unexpected guest
Kazakhstan is a country of rich traditions. Since ancient times hospitality has been a distinctive
feature of Kazakh people, and both guests and hosts have followed these unspoken rules.
Rules for guests:
Rules for hosts:
Say hello to everyone individually
• Reserve the tastiest food for guests.
in the host's house.
• Offer a wide choice of meals - konakasy - to
Take off your shoes when entering
all guests: (1) arnaiy konak, (2) kudaiy konak,
the host's house.
or (3) kydyrma konak.
Don't reject food when offered by the host - . Give a gift to any guest who has some good
news.
. Take a seat when eating - remaining
• Treat elderly guests with delicious
standing is seen as a sign of disrespect. and easy-to-chew food - kazy, zhent,
. Don't interrupt people older than you.
or cottage cheese
• Say goodbye to the host and all their other
guests when leaving,
try at least a bit. дам лучший.​

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