1) The passage tells us that ______ is an essential element of American culture and Americans are ________ for most events. 2) When scheduling an activity, the writer usually ____________ it into his schedule. 3) Generally Americans will not wait long, ten minutes ____________. 4) When Americans plan an event, they usually set the time days, a week or even a month _________. 5) People who are ___________ often call ahead to let the other party know they will come late. 6) The passage is written for people who are ___________ American behavior around appointments and punctuality.