Read the following passage and mark letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions that following. There are many stereo types about the character of people in various parts of the United States. In the Northwest and Midwest, people are said to be closed and private. In the South and West, however, they are often thought of as being more open and hospitable. Ask someone form St. Louis where the nearest sandwich shop is, and he or she will politely give you directions. A New Yorker might eye you at first and after deciding it is safe to talk to you, might give you a rather unexpected explanation. A person from Georgia might be very kind about directing you and even suggest some different places to eat. A Texan just might take you to the place and treat you to lunch.American stereotypes are known for their hospitality and warmth. New Englanders are often thought of as being friendly and helpful. Southerners are known for their hospitality and warmth. People from the Western part of the USA are often considered very outgoing. These differences in character can be traced to different factors such as climate, living conditions, and historical development.When travelling from place to place, Americans themselves are often surprised at the different degrees of friendliness in the USA. 17. The main idea of the passage is__________ A. There are many reasons for the differences B. even Americans are surprised at the differences among themselves C. There are many differences in character in different parts of the USA D. stereotypes about people are not necessarily true 18. Which of the following is true according to the passage? A. Different parts have different customs and habits B. New Yorkers are usually open with strangers C. The friendliest Americans travel from place to place D. People from the South are usually considered good hosts 19. The differences lie in the following except ________ of the parts. A. the weather B. the names C. the history D. geography 20. The word “outgoing” in the second paragraph may probably mean_________ A. strange B. curious C. normal D. friendly 21. What are American stereo types known for? A. All are correct. B. The hospitality and warmth C. Being outgoing D. Being friendly and helpful please help meee