Goldfish are the most popular pet, but the British own 7.2 million cats and 6.6 million dogs. (1) ______.
People in other countries often spend a lot of money on comfortable kennels for their dogs, which means that the dogs sleep outside. The British let their dogs take over their houses, (2)______. They spoil their dogs with toys and treats and specially prepared meals.
Perhaps the British love their animals so much because they feel more confident with animals than with other people! British people can be very formal and find it hard to talk to people that they do not know.(3) ______ But there is no problem with dog. (4) ______
George Mike is the author of a famous book about the British. He says that when British people go for a walk with a friend, they don’t say a word for hours. But if (5)…….., they talk to them all the way!
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A. They allow their dogs to lie on their sofas and armchairs, and give them almost as much attention as their children. |
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B. The British can easily start a conversation with a strange dog. |
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C. They go out for a walk with their dogs |
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D. They think of them as part of the family. |
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E. They feel embarrassed if they have to talk to strangers. |
