Think and discuss
Think about how you ask for and give opinions in your culture(s). How is it the same or different from in the US?
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You are going to read and listen to this article about different kinds of cultures. Before the reading, study these important definitions from Oxford Learners Dictionary:
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Think about it
How do the these terms—collectivism and individualism—describe culture?
Now read this article about individualistic and collectivist cultures. Think about how these terms might relate to your culture.
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Read and listen
Now listen to the audio while you read along. If you want to work on your pronunciation, try reading along with the speaker.
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Think about what you have learned from the reading. Open the exercise below and answer questions about the article.