12 things Europeans think are weird about the US

American culture is full of quirks and odd traditions that often leave foreign travellers scratching
their heads.

1. Americans say 'thank you' to everything.

2. Bathroom doors have wide gaps in the US.
3. They can't drink until they're 21.
4. American serving sizes are huge.
5. Americans wear shoes inside the house.
6. In the US, they have commercials (advertisements) for lawyers and prescription drugs.
7. There are American flags everywhere.
8. Americans add their tax on top of the sticker price.
9. Americans have mailboxes.
10. They measure temperature in Fahrenheit.
11. The US resists the metric system.
12. US currency is all the same colour and size.

TASK A (SPEAKING)

Express your opinion on these quirks and add a comment to show that your opinion is strong,
neutral, or weak. The table will help you.

Strong Medium Weak

I believe… I think… I feel that…
I’m convinced that… Well, if you ask me… My impression is that…
I’m sure that… I’d like to point out that… I am not sure but
I have no doubt… As I see it… I am leaning towards…
There’s no doubt in my In my opinion… I tend to think…
mind that…
I’m quite certain that…

TASK B (SPEAKING, PRESENTING)

Choose a country you know and list some of its habits then give your opinion on its habits.

HOMEWORK

Make a two-minute presentation about a country and its habits by your choice.