Fill in each blank with one appropriate word

Americans tend to be very (1)............ people. This is often expressed in conversations. It is (2)................ for an American to end a conversation by saying: "Let's get together sometime," "Come by for a visit when you have a chance," or "Let's meet for coffee." However, these (3)................ are usually not intended to be taken literally. An invitation is not (4)............ unless a time and place is set.

If you have accepted an invitation or if a meeting has been set, Americans usually expect you to arrive at the agreed ................(5) at the right time. It is considered (6)............. to accept an invitation and not show up or to arrive more than 10 to 20 minutes late. Americans tend to be quite (7)...................... If you have to cancel an appointment or know that you will not be able to be on time, you should call your friend or host to cancel or (8) ...................

(1) ..................

• A. 
  independent
• B. 
  well-behaved
• C. 
  polite
• D. 
  rude