Trinity Level 7

National Customs

National customs vary depending on the country you are visiting.

In India it is customary for the host to wash the guests feet.

In Egypt you shouldnt enter someones house without the owner enters through the
door before you.
In Great Britain it is customary for people to buy each other drinks in the pub.
In some parts of Europe you should kiss your friends and family when you greet them
where as in the north of Europe it is customary to shake hands.
In Thailand, Buddhist monks are not allowed to touch women due to their religious
customs.

Try and answer these questions using the Simple Passive

For example
A) In India it is customary for the host to wash the guests feet
Passive : In India the guests feet are usually washed by the host
B) In Italy Catholics hold weddings in Churches
Passive : In Italy, Catholic weddings are held in Churches

1. How do national customs relate to national identity?

2. Talk about the marriage customs in this country and in other countries.
3.What are your favourite national customs? And your least favourite ones?
3.Which national customs contribute most to the creation of Italian identity?
4. Which national customs of other countries do you find most interesting?
5. Discuss the origin, history, and current meaning of a national custom.
6. Can you find information on any other unusual customs from other countries?