Workshop

When in Rome (do as the Romans do)

Introduction

Look at the cartoon and answer the questions:

1. What are Calvin and Hobbes doing?

2. What is the meaning of the proverb “When in Rome (do as the Romans do)?

3. Do you agree with it?

Before the video

1. Take a look at the following actions. Do you think tourists should or shouldn’t do these
things in Colombia?

a. You __________ make jokes about cocaine

b. You __________ wear flip-flops and shorts in Bogota

c. You __________ refuse a shot of aguardiente

d. You __________ talk about Pablo Escobar

e. You __________ always carry cash

f. You __________ dress down in a nice place

g. You __________ take a taxi alone at night

h. You __________ worry about being punctual

2. Can you think of any other piece of advice for tourists visiting Colombia?

Let’s watch it!

3. When you visit a new country, you have to be careful with the cultural differences. Match
these pieces of advice with their country.

You shouldn’t smile at people you don’t know. Italy

You shouldn’t use your left hand with people. Singapore

You shouldn’t leave tips in restaurants. Russia

You should leave a little food on your plate. Southeast Asia

You shouldn’t order a cappuccino in the afternoon. China

You shouldn’t feed birds in public. Turkey

You shouldn’t touch people’s heads. Japan