World Cultures

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Unit I Europe

Name:Ryan

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Exploring a European Country Research Activity
Instructions: Using the Worldmark Encyclopedia of Cultures and Daily Life (found through the
library database Gale Virtual Reference Library; username and password is colonials), research a
European nation of interest to you and complete the items below thoughtfully and completely.
Be prepared to share what youve learned with your peers.
1. To what extent was this country ruled by others? Use evidence to support your answer.
The United Kingdom was never ruled by others but Ireland separated from the United Kingdom in
1922.
2. Which 20th century events had the greatest influence on this country? Choose two events
and explain their impact.
At the beginning of the 20th century Britain was the worlds most powerful nation. Britain
influenced world cultures including the British invasion into the American music.
3. Identify the following:
Topic
Well known cities, regions, or
landforms

Details
London, Edinburgh, Liverpool, Manchester, England, Britain,
England rolling hills, Cambrian mountains, Mount snowdon
reaches 3560ft.

Relative size (size in

relationship to another
place)
Description of natural
environment

Texas is 2.87 times as big as United Kingdom.

In natural England they focus on 4 strategic outcomes a healthy

natural environment, being able to enjoy the natural
environment, sustainable use of the natural environment, and a
secure environmental future.

Population size
Degree of diversity
(1=homogenous; 10=very
diverse) with explanation

United Kingdom population size is 64.1 million people.

10 very diverse society in which people with very different ways

Languages/Alphabets

English and the literacy rate is 99%.

of life coexist. They celebrate the diversity in their country.

4. How does folklore influence the peoples worldview or actions? Explain your answer using
specific details.

Folklore is the folk tradition that evolved over England over the centuries. It abounds with
folklore stories as Robin Hood tales, to contemporary urban myths. Examples of some of the
dance is the Morris dance which is related to the mummers play. People still gather for the May
Day festivals on the first of May to celebrate the first day of summer.
5. What religion(s) is practiced in this country, and how does it impact the people?
The official religion of United Kingdom is Christianity. But it separated from the Northern Ireland
which is Roman Catholic. But it impacts the people who are Islamic or believe in other religions
because it is Christianity based.
6. Are rites of passage in this country similar to or different from rites of passage in the U.S.?
Explain your answer using specific pieces of evidence.
The rites of passage are similar to the United States because it is a very modern, industrialized
country. Rites of passage examples are getting their first job, getting promoted, getting married
having children, and retiring in the 60s. These are the main markers of significant life changes.
7. What tips on interpersonal behavior might you give to an American who is about to travel to
this country? Provide
at least three.
The business attire rules are somewhat relaxed in England. Always be punctual in England.
Decision making is slower in England than in the United States. And a simple handshake is the
standard greeting in England for business and home visiting.
is the standard of living in this country better, worse, or about the same as that of the U.S.?
Justify your answer with at least three pieces of evidence.
Britain is poorer then the poorest state in the United States. Britains police does not have
guns and no civilians are allowed to have guns. Britain has no space so they are forced to live
together.
Is family important in this country? Why or why not? Use specific details in your response.
Yes family is important in this country. And the rulers of the country are all family.
8. Does this country have distinctive traditional clothing? Explain your answer citing specific
details.
No, it is the same as United States.

9. How has globalization impacted food and diet in this country? Explain your answer using
specific facts.
Fast food has impacted diet both positive and negative because it does provide fatty foods to
people.
10.How might your educational experience in this country differ from the schooling you receive
in the U.S.?
It is typically the same educational experience in this country as the same in U.S.

11.What cultural influences or accomplishments is this country best known for? List and
describe at least three.
Its cultural influences is football but soccer in the United States. The predominantly Christian
life. And the British national anthem God Save the Queen.

12.Summarize the overall economy of this country in 2-3 sentences.

The United Kingdom has the 5th largest national economy and 8th largest in the world. In 2013 the
UK was the 4th largest exporter in the world and the 4th largest importer.

13.How do people of this country spend their leisure time? List at least five activities. Would
you want to live there?
Visit attractions, go to the beach, go to city parks, cycling in Britain, and play soccer. And not
really I like America.

14.List (in order of significance) what you feel are the three biggest problems that this country
needs to resolve.
The air pollution in UK needs to be resolved, poor cell phone reception, and obesity.

15.Are all people treated equally in this country? Why or why not? Explain your answer using
specific evidence.
Yes, everybody in the UK is treated equally they have mixed races and mixed religions. UK is
similar to the United States. And they created an equal pay act between men and women