Jessica Baeza: Response Paper 4-September 20, 2014
1) History of Italy
a) Italy was under the control of the Roman Empire from the first century until the fifth century. Once the Roman Empire fell, Italy was left without a concrete form of government and was constantly invaded. In the period of 1870 until 1922, Italy becomes a constitutional monarchy (Italy: History). “Modern Italy is democratic republic, and has been since the modern constitution came into effect in 1948. This followed a referendum in 1946 which voted to abolish the previous monarchy by twelve million votes to ten (Wilde).” In 1955, Italy becomes a member of the United Nations. Government corruption at high levels of government is discovered and investigated in the year of …show more content…
Air kissing on both cheeks, the left cheek first, is a custom when meeting a friend or someone you are comfortable with. For men, a pat on the back is acceptable. Do not use first name basis unless instructed to do so. Showing respect when first meeting someone allows for Italians to see how well you communicate based on first impression. In social situations, Italians like to make calling cards and hand them out instead of business cards. If one plans to stay for long, it is important to have some made. They include name, address, title or academic honors, and telephone number and are slightly larger than regular business cards. Punctuality is not necessary. It is important to wait to be invited to sit down and not eat until the host does. Gifts that are received are opened immediately. Even if the invitation says informal, still wear classy and somewhat formal clothes (Italy - Language, Culture, Customs and …show more content…
First impressions are very important in Italian Culture. Fashion and clothes have a prestigious value in Italy. Your confidence, demeanor, and style are also very important. A lot of buildings have crosses inside them and the Church has a very important status in Italian culture (Italy - Language, Culture, Customs and Etiquette).
6) If the student wants to be in Italy, the student should learn more about the Italian culture. Expand from the information I have given him or her and consider taking an Italian culture or culture class before going. As well as trying to learn the Italian language. The student should allow himself or herself to have an open mind to explore the Italian culture and the Italian language. Religious conflict might be one of the biggest conflicts they are confronted with if not Catholic. The Catholic religion should be respected, even if you do not believe it. If you respect the Catholic religion, the Italians may have a stronger respect for you. Negative stereotypes are also something the student should avoid. Instead him or her should base his or her opinion based on first impressions, like the Italians do. Learning the Italian language and adapting to the customs would benefit the student very well because then intercultural communication with the Italians could turn out to be a good
1) History of Italy
a) Italy was under the control of the Roman Empire from the first century until the fifth century. Once the Roman Empire fell, Italy was left without a concrete form of government and was constantly invaded. In the period of 1870 until 1922, Italy becomes a constitutional monarchy (Italy: History). “Modern Italy is democratic republic, and has been since the modern constitution came into effect in 1948. This followed a referendum in 1946 which voted to abolish the previous monarchy by twelve million votes to ten (Wilde).” In 1955, Italy becomes a member of the United Nations. Government corruption at high levels of government is discovered and investigated in the year of …show more content…
Air kissing on both cheeks, the left cheek first, is a custom when meeting a friend or someone you are comfortable with. For men, a pat on the back is acceptable. Do not use first name basis unless instructed to do so. Showing respect when first meeting someone allows for Italians to see how well you communicate based on first impression. In social situations, Italians like to make calling cards and hand them out instead of business cards. If one plans to stay for long, it is important to have some made. They include name, address, title or academic honors, and telephone number and are slightly larger than regular business cards. Punctuality is not necessary. It is important to wait to be invited to sit down and not eat until the host does. Gifts that are received are opened immediately. Even if the invitation says informal, still wear classy and somewhat formal clothes (Italy - Language, Culture, Customs and …show more content…
First impressions are very important in Italian Culture. Fashion and clothes have a prestigious value in Italy. Your confidence, demeanor, and style are also very important. A lot of buildings have crosses inside them and the Church has a very important status in Italian culture (Italy - Language, Culture, Customs and Etiquette).
6) If the student wants to be in Italy, the student should learn more about the Italian culture. Expand from the information I have given him or her and consider taking an Italian culture or culture class before going. As well as trying to learn the Italian language. The student should allow himself or herself to have an open mind to explore the Italian culture and the Italian language. Religious conflict might be one of the biggest conflicts they are confronted with if not Catholic. The Catholic religion should be respected, even if you do not believe it. If you respect the Catholic religion, the Italians may have a stronger respect for you. Negative stereotypes are also something the student should avoid. Instead him or her should base his or her opinion based on first impressions, like the Italians do. Learning the Italian language and adapting to the customs would benefit the student very well because then intercultural communication with the Italians could turn out to be a good