Perspective on Foreigners
Chinese are interested in foreigners and tend to pay more attention to a foreign stranger than a local stranger. People always want to know more about you and Chinese students will want to practice English with you. Make good use of this attention and use the opportunity to make friends! Most Chinese, especially local students, are very receptive of American students. Just like you, they want to know more! But even though many of your Chinese peers speak English well, try to speak Chinese as much as possible. The Chinese will respect you for trying. Speaking Chinese comes in handy when bargaining, trying to get around, or just making friends. Not only will they be happy to see a foreign face, but the fact that you speak Chinese will astound them!
