1 The Millers gave a big party on Ling's firstevening inSan Francisco.2 Ling felt much happier beforeKate tried to help her.3 Ling found introductions and greetings were quite easy.in English.4 Nowadays, olderpeople don't use How do you do?"among themselves.5 I just hope I don't say the rightthing, Ling thought.6 The Millers oftenbarbecue during the week.7 Some older people prefer informal..ntroductions.8 When you see somebody you know after a shorttime,say How are you?