Cultural rules
What things do Americans do when eating or drinking that surprise you? Give examples.
Що американці роблять, коли їдять чи п'ють, що вас дивує? Наведіть приклади.
What cultural rules do you know about from your culture or other cultures that might surprise some Americans? Talk about it.
Які культурні правила ви знаєте з вашої культури чи інших культур, які можуть здивувати деяких американців? Поговоріть про це.
Here are some expressions you can use:
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Giving your opinion |
So I think… It seems to me… In my experience/country/family… |
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Checking |
Do you mean….? Are you asking…? Are you talking about…? |
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Thinking time |
Hmmmmm… Let me think (about that). I’m not really sure… I haven’t really thought about that before. |
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Complimenting |
That’s a good question. Good point. |
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Choosing not to answer |
(change the subject) I could use a cup of coffee! Hmm, that’s a little personal. I’d rather not talk about that. |
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Involving other people |
What do you think? How about you? |