- •Cultural Differences
- •Task 1. Read the text and say what new facts you have learnt. What things seem surprising or strange for you? we are all different
- •What other nationalities say about americans
- •Типові американці
- •Dealing with americans
- •General Points to Remember
- •Conversation Tips
- •Addressing People
- •11.2. What are the capital cities of the following countries?
- •11.3. Where are the following cities?
- •Did you know that? weird laws
- •Language of signs
- •On “do’s and don’ts” in greeting and addressing people in great britain
- •Business culture in ukraine
- •Punctuality and reliability in Ukraine
- •Interaction with Ukrainian government bodies
- •Work relationships in Ukraine
- •Some tips on ukrainian culture Ukrainian hospitality
- •Ukrainian Food
- •Drinking Customs in Ukraine
- •Crowded public transportation
- •Lack of punctuality
- •What makes a multicultural person?
- •Some family relations in algeria
- •Meeting a business associate At the airport
- •At the office
- •On a business trip – presentation
- •Around the world trip (quiz)
- •2. Saudi arabia. You want to hire a car to tour the country. Is that allowed?
Dealing with americans
Speaking English is not only about using proper grammar. To use English effectively, you need to _______ (розуміти культуру) in which it is spoken. Here are some important tips to remember when speaking English in the ________ (Сполучені Штати).
General Points to Remember
Most Americans speak only English: While it is true that more and more Americans speak _______ (іспанський), most Americans speak Englishonly. Don’t expect them to understand your _______ (рідна мова).
Americans have difficulties with understanding _______ (іноземні акценти): this requires _______ (терпіння) from both of you!
Conversation Tips
Speak about location: Americans love to talk about location. When speaking to a _______ (незнайомець), ask him where he is from and then make a connection with that place. For example: “Oh, I have a friend who studied in Los Angeles. He says it’s a _______ (чудове місце) to live.” Most Americans will then willingly talk about their _______ (досвід) living or visiting that particular city or area.
Talk about work: Americans commonly ask “What do you do?” It’s not considered impolite (as in some countries) and is a popular topic of _______ (обговорення) between strangers.
_______ (бути обережним) when expressing ideas about race, _______ (релігія) or other sensitive topics: The United States is a multi-cultural society. _______ (особливо) in the last few years, Americans are trying very hard to be _______ (чутливий) to other cultures and ideas. They try to _______ (уникати) talking about sensitive topics like religion or beliefs, in order to be sure not to _______ (ображати) someone of a different belief system.
Addressing People
Use last names with people you do not know: _______ (звертатися) people using their title (Mr., Ms, Dr) and their _______ (прізвище).
Always use “Ms” when addressing women. Only use “Mrs” when the woman has asked you to do so!
Many Americans often prefer using first names, even when _______ (мати справу з) people of very different positions. Americans will generally say, “Call me Tom”, and then _______ (очікувати) you to remain on a first name basis.
In general, Americans prefer informal _______ (вітання) and using first names or _______ (прізвиська) when speaking with _______ (колегаи чи знайомі).
Public _______ (поведінка)
Always shake hands: Americans shake hands when greeting each other. This is true for both men and women.
TASK 9. Pick up the correct variant.
1. I’m German / Germany / Germanese. I come from Germany.
2. I’m Italianish / Italin / Italian. I come from Italy.
3. I’m Spainish / Spanian / Spanish. I come from Spain.
4. I’m Frenchese / French / Frank. I come from France.
5. I’m Brazil / Brazilian / Brazilish. I come from Brazil.
6. I’m Greek / Grek / Greekish. I come from Greece.
7. I’m Swedish / Switzerian / Swiss. I come from Switzerland.
8. I’m Turkish / Turkenian / Turks. I come from Turkey.
9. I’m Polander / Pole / Polish. I come from Poland.
10. I’m Chinese / Chinian / Chinish. I come from China.
11. I’m Japanish / Japanian / Japanese. I come from Japan.
12. I’m Egyptian / Egyptish / Egypian. I come from Egypt.
13. I’m Portuguese. I come from Portugalia / Portugal / Portuguesia.
14. I’m British. I come from Brighton / Britannia / Great Britain.
15. I’m from the USA. I’m American / Amerikan / English. ,
TASK 10. Use the following words to write sentences. The first is done for you.
Example: Brad Pitt / Russia / the USA – Brad Pitt isn’t Russian. He is American.
1. Kate Winslet / Canada / Britain.
2. Martina Hingis / Poland / Slovakia.
3. Jennifer Lopez / Argentina / the USA.
4. Arnold Schwarzenegger / Germany / Austria.
5. Michael Schumacher / France / Germany.
6. O’Henry / Spain / the USA.
7. Luca Pacholi / the Netherlands / Italy.
8. Volodymyr and Vitaliy Klychko / Russia / Ukraine.
TASK 11.1. Match the countries with their capital cities. What do you know about these countries? What are they famous for?
Country |
Capital city |
Australia |
Beijing |
Austria |
Warsaw |
Poland |
Cairo |
China |
Canberra |
Denmark |
Copenhagen |
Egypt |
London |
France |
Paris |
Great Britain |
Rome |
Italy |
Tokyo |
Japan |
Vienna |