A. Vocabulary

1. tradition (n) - hading down of information, beliefs, or customs from one generation to another

2. culture (n) - way os life (art, beliefs, institutions, etc.) of a specific population or group

3. customs (n) - the usual way of doing things; usual practice of a specific population or group

4. conventional (adj) - following the usual or widely accepted nway of doing things

5. dialect (n) - language used by a specific population or group

B. Phrases

1. "old habits die hard" - it is hard to stop doing things that one has been doing for a long time

2. "culture vulture" - a person who is very interested in culture and the arts

3. "culture shock" - the feeling of disorientation when experiencing an unfamiliar culture

4. "the gospel truth" - a completely true statement

5. "red tape" - a very time-consuming procedure

C. Questions

1. Are there any traditional stories in your culture?

2. Who are some traditional characters in your culture?

3. What are some traditional festivals in your country?

4. Are there any important traditions in your country?

5. Are there any important traditions in your family?

6. Is traditional medicine popular in your country?

7. What do people from other countries assume about your culture?

8. What do you think is important when visiting another culture?

9. Why do you think culture is important?

10. What are you most proud about in your culture?