XX - WRITING:
CULTURE, ART
& TRADITIONS
Hoang Anh Nguyen
Lien Nhu Nguyen
Kiet Nguyen
VOCAB
• rituals = highly traditional ceremonies which
have meaning for the participants
• parades = organized processions in public by
groups of people, usually to commemorate
an event
• to transmit = to communicate a message,
literal or symbolic
• public duty = the willingness to serve the
public or the state
• self-sacrifice = the willingness to suffer or die
for a cause
• mythology = a classic story from the past
which people know is not true but which
carries meaning ≈ legends
VOCAB
• ceremonies = a ceremony is similar to a ritual,
usually involving people in authority
• cultural norms = standards expected of
behavior or ideas
• heritage = something inherited (=
received/handed down) by one generation
from the previous generation ≈ inheritance
• folklore = old stories and myths/legends,
usually transmitted verbally
• handicrafts = skills of making objects by hand,
and also the objects themselves
• fine art = art by famous or acclaimed
painters
In many countries, traditional dress and costumes
are considered effective ways of maintaining
links with the past. How effective can traditional
costumes be, in this sense? What other ways exist
to help citizens connect with a country’s past?
IDEA
Historic dress plays a key role in social events
In religious rituals or military parades, it is
helpful in transmitting social codes of
conducts and other praise-worthy
characteristics such as public duty and self-
sacrifice.
Remind citizens of the origins of cultural
traditions, which further evokes their sense of
patriotism
IDEA
Costumes are an accessory in these events, and
do not appear to constitute the central message
It is the ceremonies themselves that convey
the cultural norms
The costumes are of secondary importance
IDEA
There are in fact much more powerful ways in
which culture is conserved
Rich heritage of legends and folklore, the
significance of art and music in passing on our
traditions, in forms ranging from fine art to
handicrafts
These are a cultural inheritance, which
embodies important symbols and concepts far
more effectively than dress.
TASK 1
The chart below shows information about the challenges
people face when they go to live in other countries.
100
90
35 30
80
46
70
60 18
%
50
20 40
40
30
52
20
34
25
10
0
16 - 25 30 - 45 Over 55
Age group
Making friends Cultural misunderstandings Learning the local language
INTRODUCTION
The bar chart given offers insights into
the statistics on migration challenges
that people from distinct age groups
experienced.
OVERVIEW
Most strikingly, while the bulk of
teenagers found mastering the native
language most troublesome, that of the
middle – aged group thought it was
cultural barriers.
BODY 1
As far as senior citizens are concerned,
the percentage of people struggling
with fraternizing issues accounted for
over a half (52%), which was twofold
higher than that of the middle – aged.
BODY 1
As far as senior citizens are concerned,
the percentage of people struggling
with fraternizing issues accounted for
over a half (52%), which was twofold
higher than that of the middle – aged.
The opposite was true of culture –
related obstacles, with nearly one – fifth
(18%) for the former and 38% for the
latter.
BODY 1
As far as senior citizens are concerned,
the percentage of people struggling
with fraternizing issues accounted for
over a half (52%), which was twofold
higher than that of the middle – aged.
The opposite was true of culture –
related obstacles, with nearly one – fifth
(18%) for the former and 38% for the
latter. However, as regards those who
encountered linguistic hindrances, both
groups shared approximate portions,
35% and 30%, respectively.
BODY 2
Regarding information pertaining to the
other age group, 20% went on the share
of adolescents facing cultural confusion,
which was under a half of those having
trouble with studying the foreign
language (46%).
BODY 2
Regarding information pertaining to the
other age group, 20% went on the share
of adolescents facing cultural confusion,
which was under a half of those having
trouble with studying the foreign
language (46%). Consequently, the
remaining one – third (34%) went on
juveniles having difficulty in associating.
TASK 2
Multi-cultural societies, in which there is a
mixture of different ethnic peoples, bring more
benefits than drawbacks to a country. To what
extent do you agree or disagree?
IDEA
Respect the local traditions and customs.
With a rich blend of peoples, cultures and
lifestyles, people in multi-cultural societies tend
to be more open-minded and tolerant of
other people’s religions and cultural norms.
They co-operate and collaborate well with the
natives, working harmoniously side by side
IDEA
An influx of expertise, experience, investments as
well as a dynamic labor force
The majority of immigrants from different
cultural backgrounds are high achievers and
well-trained people.
They are key factors to the increase of
competitiveness, efficiency and productivity of
a nation’s economy and thus ensure the
prosperity of that nation itself.
IDEA
Tendency to maintain their unique ethnic cultures
with their own distinctive characteristics and
rituals
These trivial differences can cause some
conflicts
Hinder the development of the region where
different cultures integrate
