Americans can be a bit standoffish. If someone violates their space or territory, they will________. Similarly, Americans are fairly formal in the allocation of time. In the United States, if you show up on time, you demonstrate________

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


-Step back
-Respect

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