In class, this past week, we discussed food and table etiquette. Particularly we discussed how important table etiquette appears to be in many East Asian cultures in comparison to American culture. In American culture, our love of fast food makes a utensil-less meal acceptable. Therefore, we often feel that cultures with strict table manners […]
Entries from September 23, 2014
Dogs and Cats as Pets in China
September 17, 2014 · No Comments · East Asia
In the United States, household cats and dogs are thought of as companions and an essential part of many American families. Up until recently, this was unheard of in China. China, much like many cultures, do not hold cats and dogs to the same esteem that Americans do. Many cultures see them as a nuisance […]
Disputed Territory in the East and South China Seas
September 12, 2014 · No Comments · East Asia
Map of “Territorial Disputes in the Waters Near China” from the New York Times There are numerous territorial disputes in the region of East Asia. Specifically, there are disputes over maritime boarders in the South China Seas. A majority of these disputes are between China and its neighbors. These maritime boarder disputes are a question […]
Hello world!
September 9, 2014 · 1 Comment · East Asia
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