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My pen pal

Juliana Arenas Goez Laura Marcela Quintero Dahiana Lozano Veloza

Names -Ages

COUNTRY

Brazil

New York

Greece

GREECE Three touristic places

Olimpia

Santorini

Athens

How long have you been learning English?

Pen pal from Greece 's answer

I'm just starting to learn English.

“Faux pas” (cultural rules) and traditions foreigners should keep in mind when visiting Greece.

Break dishes in big celebrations Olympic Games The carnival

NEW YORK Three touristic places

Times Square

Statue of Liberty

Brooklyn bridge

“Faux pas” (cultural rules) and traditions foreigners should keep in mind when visiting New York.

Saying “Sorry” Americans also say “sorry” more often than people from other cultures.

Cover your mouth when you burp or cough. Many Americans consider it rude to make bodily noises in front of other people.

Stand at least a foot away when talking to someone new. Americans prefer more personal space than people from other cultures.

How long have you been learning English?

Pen pal from New York 's answer

I recently started learning English.

BRAZIL Three touristic places

Christ redeemer

Rio of Janeiro

Buzios

“Faux pas” (cultural rules) and traditions foreigners should keep in mind when visiting Brazil.

The usual greeting is a handshake, while maintaining eye contact with the person being greeted.

During conversations, try to speak slowly.

When we are in front of other people it is not correct to make gestures such as yawning.

How long have you been learning English?

Pen pal from Brazil 's answer

Since 2015 I have been focusing on how to learn English.

Activities your done to learn English.

listen to music in English watching movies in English watching English tutorials on YouTube I use the duolingo app listen to conversations in english practice short sentences I decipher words and try to translate sentences

Reasons why it is important for learn English

Speaking English will allow me to get to know other cultures and lifestyles. Mastering English can enhance my professional skills. It is also a very important language to improve our access to education.

Nowadays it is very important to learn the English language since it is a universal language and it helps me to grow professionally.

It is the possibility for better work and personal opportunities.

Thank you!