Reading comprehensionQuestion 202 of 550

Arabic coffee is a symbol of generosity in Saudi society, and it has manners that old and young people know. People roast the coffee beans over a gentle fire until their color changes. Then they grind the beans and boil them with water. Sometimes they add cardamom or saffron. The host pours the coffee with his right hand into small cups. He starts with the guest who is oldest or most respected. He fills the cup only a little, so he can serve the guest again and again. When the guest wants to stop, he gently shakes his cup. Dates usually come with it to soften its bitter taste. People still serve it in gatherings, at celebrations and when they welcome visitors. UNESCO has listed Arabic coffee as part of the intangible cultural heritage of humanity.

Question: How does the guest show that he wants to stop drinking coffee?

  1. He turns the cup over on the floor
  2. He gently shakes his cup
  3. He puts the cup in front of the host
  4. He leaves at once
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Correct answer: He gently shakes his cup

The text says he gently shakes his cup.

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