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Write Jordan a three-paragraph letter in English, and compare German culture and American culture, especially in terms of

foods, sports, transportation, population, and demographics. How is your culture similar to German culture? How is it
different? Use a lot of details to help Jordan prepare for the trip, and have fun! You can use the Culture Grams link at the
bottom of this page to get ideas and information. (5 points per paragraph)

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Culture of Germany:

Germany is known as the country of poets and thinkers. German culture has been influenced and shaped throughout Germany's rich history once as an important part of The Holy Roman Empire, and later on as one of the most stable economies in the world. The main language is German and main religion is Christianity.

Culture of America:

The culture of the United States of America is primarily of Western origin, but is influenced by a multicultural ethos that includes African, Native American, Asian, Pacific Island, and Latin American people and their cultures.

Fruits and vegetables tend to be cheaper in Germany.

Processed foods are cheaper in America, while fruits and vegetables are costlier.

For most Americans, football is a spectator sport. Few of the fans filling college and NFL stadiums ever wore pads.

In the U.S., American football is successful because Americans watch it. In Germany, success will be determined by the number of people who play.

Germany and the US have much in common in terms of transportation, and therefore Germany offers many lessons in general for a more sustainable balance to transportation. Both countries are democracies, both have strong automobile manufacturing sectors (and automobile industry lobbying sectors), they are among the wealthiest countries with some of the largest roadway systems in the world.

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