A. Introduce your country and its capital in the appropriate way.
B. State specifically why you chose this particular country and where
it is geographically located in relation to where you live.
C. Write a few sentences about how Americans view your country.
What kind of perceptions do we have, or what are some stereotypes
we believe are true about your country.
For example: Do Americans visit your country
for vacation and touring, or do we fear your country due
to its chaotic political situation? Peaceful or violent? Fun
or scary? Would you like to visit? When? Why? To live?
D. From research online, or by speaking with people whom
have visited, are those American perceptions true or false?
Grammar, spelling and punctuation counts.
Good luck!
Miss L_ _
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A. Kabul, Afghanistan (It's part of Central Asia, not the Middle East.)
B. I chose Afghanistan because it was the most culturally different place in all the 26 countries I've lived and visited. I want to share what I've seen, heard and experienced.
C. Americans have a bad perception of this deserted country. It is hot, dry and politically unstable because of the violence and the corrupt government. They had what was called the Taliban law which took away all the rights of the people - especially the women. I was interviewed in an article written in the Chicago Tribune because I was one of the very few tourists there. Americans would never choose this country as a vacation spot because they think they will be killed or step into a land mine to get blown to pieces. Since there are fine writers, The Kite Runner became a bestseller and Americans have a more accurate portrayal of Afghanistan. (It was also made into a movie!)
D. I do not believe the American stereotype is completely true. There was much to see, but more so, I believe I returned with great appreciation for America.
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A. Berlin, Germany
B. I chose Germany because I know some of the events caused by Germany, but don't know how Germany contributed in those events and I want to know during the time in this project.
C. Americans have bad perceptive of this once divided country. Although it is rich in culture, art, and music, it has political problems and had caused the second World War made by the dictator, Adolf Hitler(and if you don't believe me, watch the earlier versions of Indiana Jones).
D. I'm not very sure about this one. Germans had made some useful inventions and there is a lot to see and hear. But it's true that Germany had caused a holocaust and World War 2, after their loss in World War 1.
Daniel Ma
A. Rome,Italy
B. I chose Italy because it's a beautiful country with many attractions. And, when I went to Las Vegas, I rode in a gondola(Venetian boat), and I thought it was very unique and fun.(Venice,Italy)
C. Whenever Americans think about the country, Italy, they think about the famous buildings and the different places to visit. Like the Colosseum in Rome, gondolas, Piazza San Marco, and more. Italy is also known by Americans as the country where pizza and pasta, two popular foods in America, originated. Italy is a popular tourist site and vacation spot.
D. Those perceptions are true and I would like to visit Italy for those reasons too. I was told by my friend who has visited Italy, that it is a fun and beautiful country.
A. I also wanted to learn more about Italy.
A.Athens, Greece
B.I chose Greece because I know that Greece held the first Olympics in history.
C.It's about opinion, but most people think its beautiful and historic (I know that's what I think about it)!
D.I went online and I found that it said some people may also think it's ugly!
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A. Berne,Switzerland
Switzerland is located to the north and east of California in Central Europe.
B. I chose Switzerland because I was born there, the history is interesting, and I want to learn about Switzerland.
C. Americans usually view Switzerland positively. Many want to visit to see the scenery many praise. Americans do not fear Switzerland and have no reason to.
I have been to this exciting country and want to return.
D.I don't think the American stereotype is completely true. Many places are indeed beautiful but some suburbs aren't all that nice.
See you,
Tim
A. Hello i will introduce you to Australia. The capitol of Australia is Canberra. Australia is a continent, and a country. It is located south of China and North East of Antarctica.
B. I chose Australia because it has a lot of wildlife and amazing places to visit like Sydney Opera House. I also chose it because my best buddy lived there for 5 years.
C. Americans come and visit my country a lot because of its tourism. Americans view this country as a peaceful country. It is really fun there. I would want to go there because there is wildlife and i want to enjoy it while i can. I would want to visit it in the summer because i can scuba dive in the coral reefs I would want to live there because then i can visit all of the attractions whenever I want. and I can see wildlife any time. the only thing bad about Australia is that the beaches have Tons of jelly fish and one sting from the box jelly fish can be fatal.
C. I believe that the American stereotype is completely true that Australia is a fun and exciting place. i sure hope that i could visit or live there sometime soon, but right now,i have to do a project on Australia.
A. Brasilia, Brazil
B. I chose this state because I love all of the exuberant birds and animals living there.
C. The first thing that pops into peoples head when they think about Brazil is the Amazon River, the largest and second longest river.
D. I believe that Brazil is an amazing country!
I wrote about Brazil.
Saurabh
A.Seoul, Korea( I am doing both South and North Korea)
B. I chose Korea because I am 50% Korean, but just because I am Korean does not mean that I've visited Korea before. I also want to teach the class about my culture.
C.North Korea is more of a violent country to South Korea. South Korea is more peaceful and tours are going around there also. As you can see, my Korean Family Name is Cui or Choi. Some other Korean Family Names are like Jeon, Yoon, Kim, and much, much more. KOrea is also very popularwith kimtchi, which is spicy, juicy lettuce. Their traditional costumes are also very unique and beautiful.
D.I believe that Korea is a beautiful country filled with cherry blossoms, so I wish that I can visit there someday.
Komapsumnida, Annyong-hi kyeshipshio
(which is "thankyou, bye" in Korean)
XuanKang, you did C. 2 times!
A.Mexico City, Mexico
B.I chose Mexico because it is fascinating.
C.Mexico was under the Spanish's rule three centuries before 1900s. It is the world's largest Spanish-speaking country to its north.It is also the world's largest oil producer.Mexico exports the oil to the United States which the U.S return the goods to them.The North American Free Trade Agreement(NAFTA) make them really dependent on the exports to the U.S.
D. The perceptions are true.Mexico is a really interesting place because I have visited it before. It is hot and it has over 100 million people now.
A. Stockholm, Sweden.
B. I chose Sweden because my dad been there. I also know that it is beautiful and peaceful.
C. Americans have a good perception of this country. They think Sweden is beautiful and peaceful also they think the Swedish is friendly people. Sweden is also a great place to visit.
D. I also know that Sweden in the hundreds were very strong. Sweden also ruled Norway for many decades until Norway wanted freedom. Sweden in the early hundreds were also know as pirates. They robbed people and their things.
But now Sweden is peaceful, honorable and a Great Country!!!!!!!!
Katzhu
A. Bangkok,Thailand
B.I chose Thailand because when my friend visited there, he said there was amazing history about Thailand.
C. Americans would not really like the area because it is mostly all rural areas and areas aren't kept that tighty.
D. I would really want to visit Thailland and see personally if it is a fun place to visit.
That is all,
Bryan
PIGLET STOP CALLING ME BUNNY!
Bunny lets not fight here. But you are my BUNNY!
A. Paris, France
B. I chose France because it looks beautiful and it's the place I want to visit most.
C.Americans view France as a touring place for it has the Effiel Tower. It's pretty peaceful and fun looking. I would love to visit France as soon as I can.
D. Yes, I believe it is true. I read a few reviews that said France was beautiful and fun.
A. My country is Taipei, Taiwan. I chose that place because it is very fun there. It is also very beautiful.
B. I chose this country because my grandparents lived there, and I like that place a lot. I've been there before. Taiwan is southwest from Fremont.
C. Many Americans like Taiwan because it is very beautiful. The food tastes good there too, and there are many attractions and historical places to visit.
D. I'm sure these perceptions are true because my grandpa lives there, and told me. Other people also said so, too.
Samuel Shing
I agree with Bryan. Stop calling Bryan BUNNY!!!!!!!!! it's not nice!!!!! >_<
A. Manila, Philippines
B. I did the philippines because my parents were born there. I also did it because I want to learn more about it.
C. Americans have a good perception of this country. Americans usually tour or visit there, but they don't stay there. The Philippines is peaceful except when they fought against Mexico and maybe some other countries. Other then that, it is very peaceful. I think the Philippines would be a fun place to visit. I would like to visit in the Spring so it's not too hot or cold, but still so beautiful. I would just like to visit, not live there.
D. I asked my mom and she says that the perceptions are real.
Whatever Jordan it's not nice to call me Piggy too.
A. Tokyo,Japan
B. I chose Japan because when i got home, Samuel already took Taiwan(my first choice) and then I thought of my aunt(step-mother) lived in Japan already so I can get some facts from her.
C.Americans think this country is good because of its beauty, historical features and the sushi!
D.I sometimes believe the American sterotype is somewhat true. Because some people have good opinions and bad opinions and vise versa for facts.
-Jason Wu
And Piggy, u really should respect ur elders and i strongly agree w/ Bryan and Jordan (gl bryan on stopping her ;D and ^.^
A. Amsterdem, Netherland
B. Holland was fameous by windmill, my mom always want to visit, so do I. it was located north east From where I live.
C. People think holland is a place with a lot wind mills, farm, and winds.(I think)
D. I can't find things about Hollland(or Holly Land, I think).
A. Santiago, Chile
B. I chose Chile because it's really cool how it's shaped so long and thin. I really wanted to learn more about it.
C. Americans have a good perception of Chile. They think Chile has a healthy economy, good governance, and also very beautiful.
D. I do believe that Chile is very beautiful and peaceful. Chile has a woman president right now, which I think is not TOO good of a governance. But in all, I think that Chile would be a fun and beautiful place to visit.
A.Cairo,Egypt
B.I chose Egypt because it is famous for the Nile River.I am also intrested in pyramids and mummies.
C.Egypt does not have much rainfall in the winter.
D.I am not very sure but I want to visit this place because I am intrested in pyramids.
Deborah
A.Warsaw,Poland.
B.I chose Poland because it reminds me of "Polo" in Marco Polo and he was famous for his worldwide travels that were recorded in his book.It is located in central Europe.
C.Recently,Poland wants to be part of the U.S. plans promising they would get better security guarantees and air defense hardware from Washington.Poland is peaceful ,and it also wants to be part of the U.S. plans.According to information provided from the institution of Tourism, less than 14 million people visited Poland last year.Some Polish people that live in the United States think Americans are rich and lazy and I don't think I would really want to visit Poland.
D.I think that they are true because I have read this from a person from Poland.
-Felix Ching
A. Masscow,Russia (Largest country in the world)
B. I picked Russia by random. Russia speards across two cntinents that is Asia and Europe. It is 1.8 times bigger then the United Staes and it is on the far east side of United States.
C. Americans think Russia a poor coutry where the reagular bread and butter is not avalable for the public. Russia is under the bear hug of the previous K.G.B. Many Americans think Russia is their enemy and communist country. Still lots of Americans like to vist Russia for a summer vaction and they think its fun. I like to vist Russia my-self so much ,but I can't.
D. Though some of the Americans perceptions are true but not entirely. Today Russia is a democratic country and its economy is booming.
Phani
A. Ulan, Bator (Right above China in Asia.)
B. I chose Mongolia because it was one of the strongest countries during wars of the 1200s, and Mongolia almost conquered the entire Asia, and it is an intresting country. I want to learn more about this amazing country.
C. Some Americans think that Mongolia is a free place where you can relax, which I agree with, except that you are not always free. Other Americans think that Mongolia is unsafe and is a bad place to live.
D. I disagree that Mongolia is a bad place to live, and that Mogolia is a nice place to live in.
Someone look at the post by Nobody in the global project day 1 post. It's funny!
A. Reykjavik, Iceland (location: south of the Arctic Circle.)
B. The reason why I chose Iceland was because Iceland is taking huge steps to tackle global warming by only using Geothermal Energy for power. Second, Iceland is one of the most geologically active places on Earth.
C. When Americans think about Iceland, the first thing that appears in their minds is the fact that Iceland is made only of ice, which is the main reason why it bears the name of "Iceland". Also they think Iceland is isolated, drab, and has no life.
D. Do you think the American perception about Iceland is true or false?
If you thought it is true, think again! Iceland is not just ice, it is lush green with flora and fauna.
I strongly dissagree with the image of Iceland that United States has. Believe it or not, the country of Iceland does have life indeed! :)
Though I agree that Iceland is extremely cold. Yet the heating bills are low due to cheap generation of power through geothermal sources.
Did you know sheep live in Iceland despite the cold weather?
- Ashank Singh
A. London, Great Britan
B. I chose Great Britan because the it has three different names and is sort of like an island.
C. When Americans think about this country they think about the London Tower, Big Ben, double-deck buses, London Bridge and more.
Though England is cold it is still a very popular tourist site. It is a peaceful country because it is kind of like an island. I would like to visit there some time.
D. Yes...I think they mostly tell the truth about Great Britan it is very cold and also pretty interesting.
A. Ottawa, Canada
B. I chose Canada because its natural beauty, from mountains and glaciers to secluded lakes and forests.
C. American like Canada because the country is clean, safe, friendly and multicultural.
D. I believe that American are right and that's why I am going to visit Canada this summer.
Ryan Chen
A.My country is Spain. The capitol is Madrid. It's located in the southwest of Germany.
B.I chose Spain because it has a lot of history. Also Spain has a lot of attractions. This is a country I want to visit.
C.Americans have a pretty good preception of Spain. Although they captured parts of America, they still view my country in a positive way. Many Americans come to Spain for the attractions like the Alhambra and Prado Museum. There are plenty of galleries and museums to explore. Also tourists come for the history and culture. Spains actions in the 1600's through 1800's had a great impact on America. Spain and America aren't enemies. They have a very healthy international relationship. Spain is a great place for tourists.
D.I believe the American's thoughts upon Spain are true. Americans are correct that Spain is a strong political and cultural area. This is definetely a fun and amusing place to explore. Because of these reasons I would love to visit Spain.
Andrew Tan
A.Antanarivo, Madagascar
B.I chose Madascar because i always wanted to go there now i get to research it. It is also the fourth largest island.
C. Americans have a bad perspective of Madagascar as a bad place because its in Africa(all i can think of).
D.The perspective of Americans are true. Because of racsism. People think that Africans dont have like they show on the commercials but thier wrong we live in good homes too.
You ALL rock on this project. I am learning so much and I am proud of your knowledge, dedication and research.
Yeah!
PS-Kev, you may want to check out Holland under the name "Netherlands" or how they say it, "Nederlands." Or ask me, I've been there!
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Jordan *.* @_@
A.New Zealand is located in Oceania,islands in South Pacific Ocean, southeast of Australia.
Wellington is the country's second largest urban area.
B.I chose New Zealand because I like nature.
C.Americans think New Zealand is a "Trouble Down Under".Not much people are afraid.
D.Right
-Teresa Huang
Thanks Teresa!
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