UNIT 2

HOW LARGE ARE MOST FAMİLİES İN YOUR COUNTRY?

In my country, the number of the family members varies from region to region. Families are large
in the east but families get smaller if you go to west. I think this is because ; business life and
education. Working women are more in the west and marriage is not in the foreground for women.
HOW HAVE FAMİLİES CHANGED İN YOUR COUNTRY?
The families in my country used to be more traditional. Now families are modernized and left
their traditions. Also they used to get married at younger age. men used to work only but now
women work too. Families used to be crowded and a lot of families lived at home together. The
child number was more than today. There used to be blind marriage so like blind date in America.
WHAT ARE SOME REASONS THAT FAMİLİES HAVE OR HAVENT CHANGED İN
YOUR COUNTRY?
Our country is still traditional. Family is important for us. Importance given to family never
changes and does not decrease. Also they used to get married at younger age. men Used to worked
but now women work too. People visit each other less than now.
What kinds of non-traditional families are most common in your country?
İn my country, non-traditional families are not much but used to they were less. But the types of
families are changing. There are more single parents than ever before. More unmarried couples are
having children,especially at west. Also divorce rate increased.

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UNIT 3

Why do you think these celebrations are important to students?

I think this is because, students want to feel successful that is why they are doing celebrations.
Also, thanks to this, celebrations they are relaxing.
Whould you be interesed in going to a formal school party like a prom?
Yes , I want to because this is enjoyable. Music, dresses, dance... these things make me very happy.
Also , this is the day that I feel proud. Today is not only my day, also my family's day. They should
live this moment.
What kind of school celebrations or festivals have you been to?
I went this year. I graduated and we did a prom. This is very enjoyable. Prom is started at 08.00
and finished at nıght 12.00. We danced, sang and had dinner. It was an unforgettable day. Also ıt
was a sad day because we were with friends and we said goodbye.
What do students in your country do to celebrate their graduation from high school?
Usually, they are doing ceremony. Later, they are doing prom. Ceremony is official but
prom not official. Formal dress is worn at ceremony but formal dress isn't worn at prom.

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UNIT 5

What are the similarities and differences between American table manners and
table manners in your country?

In my country, table manners and American table manners have many similarities.
For example; before eating, be sure to thoroughly wash your hands. During the meal,
it is impolite to eat noisily. Do not smack your lips when you eat. If you sneeze, turn
away from table and sneeze into your napkin. Do not talk with others at the table if
your mouth is full of food.

Which American manners do you find strangest? Why?

I didn't find any American manners strange. I think, these manners are normal. We
have the same table manners. That is why, people do not judge you while you eat,
not as much as they do in America .

How important are good table manners in your country?

Correct table manners are important in my country. If you have bad table manners, it
might hurt your chances of doing business or earning favor with someone. Good
manners, on the other hand, earn favor and respect.

What advice would you give to a foreigner about using good table manners in
your country?

I think, good table manners are same everywhere. If I have to say something to a
foreigner, I would tell her/him these rules; before eating be sure to thoroughly wash
your hands. Do not smack your lips as you eat. When you drink, do not make
slurping noises. Do not burp, but if you accidentally burp, say excuse me. If you
sneeze, turn away from table and sneeze into your napkin. Do not talk with others at
the table if your mouth is full of food.

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1. What are some famous places in your city?

Ankara has many famous places. For instance; Anıtkabir, Atakule, Kızılay downtown,
Tunalı street, Ulus downtown, Ankara Castle, etc. Firstly, go to Anıtkabir and visit Atatürk.
From there, head towards Kızılay and wander around a bit. Then go to Tunalı street, walk a
little and have coffee at any cafe. Later on, go to Ankara castle, it's a very nice place to take
pictures. Then go to Ulus downtown and do some shopping. Finally, go to Atakule and have
dinner there. Don't worry, it's very easy because everywhere is close to each other. Take the
bus and tell me where you want to go.

2. Where are these places located? Could you tell someone how to get to them?

All of these places are very close to each other. Anıtkabir is in the west of the city, Atakule
is in the south of the city, Ulus and Ankara castle are in the north of the city, in the
downtown of Kızılay. If you take the 427 bus from Kızılay, you can visit all of these places.
If you miss the bus, don't worry, you can take the buses numbered 413 and 317.

3. Which places in New York City would you like to visit? Why?

There are two places I want to visit in New York; The Statue of Liberty and the Empire
State Building because I've always seen them in movies and TV shows and I said 'I wish I
could go too'. There was also a TV series called Gossip Girl when I was little and my
favorite couple met at the Empire State Building, so I want to go to the top of that building.

4. If you could visit any city in the world, which one would you choose? What would
you like to see there?

I always wanted to go to the Balkan countries, especially to Bosnia-Herzegovina. I have

always wanted to go there since I was a little girl, and if I get married, I want to go there for
honeymoon. I really want to see the Mostar bridge. Balkan countries have a lush nature. It's
a very peaceful place. It looks like the Black Sea region in Turkey. I also like how the
people dress and talk, they have a very colorful culture.

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1. Describe the landscape in your country. What kinds of things can you see?

You can see all kinds of scenery in my country. Both natural and man-made, for example; if
you go to the Black Sea, natural scenery and a green nature say 'welcome' to you. People
come to hike, camp, and watch wildlife. Or if you go to Nevşehir, the scenery of the fairy
chimneys will fascinate you. When you go to south, the deep blue sea and beaches will
welcome you, and warm weather, warm people and good foods are waiting for you.
Mountains, forests and beaches, as well as all kinds of history buildings are all available in
this area. Whether you like natural wonders or manmade ones, Turkey has something for
everyone.

2. If you go on vacation, would you like to spend time in the city or in nature?

I like to go on vacation and spend time in nature. I especially love camping. I have camped
in Van, Trabzon and Artvin many times before. You should definitely go to Huser Plateau in
Trabzon. You should definitely ride a bike on the coast of Van and do rafting in Artvin. Also
I love swimming, hiking, and animals. I have four cats and I love to go on vacation with
them. I like to spend my vacation in nature for them because they hate closed environments.

3. Do you like traveling, or would you rather stay at home?

I do not like to stay home, I prefer sightseeing. I love to travel and take pictures of these
places, I have many photos of these places on my Instagram. While staying at home is nice
sometimes, it's boring for me most of the time. I wish to travel everywhere but I need a lot
of money and unfortunately it's $13. My friends, traveling is not for us the poor :( :( :(
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Sorry sorry,traveling is not for Turkey.
4. What types of natural and human-made wonders can be found in your country?

There are many wonders in my country, natural and human-made. For example, in
Adana;Varda Bridge, Merkez Mosque, Çoban Dede, in İstanbul; Maiden's Tower, Galata
Tower's, Rumeli Fortress, in Diyarbakır; Kırklar Mountain, Diyarbakır Walls, Hasankeyf,
Ongözlü Bridge, Gazi Mansion, in Trabzon; Sumela monastery, Huser plateau, Uzungöl, in
İzmir; Kordon beach, History Kemeraltı, Ephesus and many more places are waiting for
you.