Cultures of the World

What is culture?

• A unique way of living

• A type of clothing

• A type of food

• the ideas, customs, and social behaviour of a particular people or society. 

How can you find out what culture someone belongs to?

• By looking at their skin color

• By asking them

• By observing their clothing

• By listening to their music

Which of the following is NOT a part of American culture?

• Hamburgers

• Football

• Sushi

• Thanksgiving

What is a prominent characteristic of Chinese culture?

• Spicy food

• Buddhist art

• Tea drinking

• Running of the Bulls

Which religion is NOT part of French culture?

• Christianity

• Islam

• Judaism

• Buddhism

What is a common dessert in Spanish culture?

• Pie

• Ice cream

• Fruit

• Chocolate cake

What is an important week in the Spanish culture?

• Holy Week

• Christmas Week

• Easter Week

• Thanksgiving Week

What is a unique characteristic of African culture?

• Colorful architecture

• Spicy food

• Silk production

• Many different languages

What is a common celebration in Japanese culture?

• Chinese New Year

• Kwanzaa

• Carnival

• Cherry Blossom Festival

What is an example of Native American culture in America?

• Throwing oranges during carnival

• Covering belly buttons when hearing thunder

• Eating lentil soup on New Year's Day

• Celebrating Thanksgiving