Blog #8 Activity in Nearpod

 

AIdentify supporting details. Circle T (true) or F (false). Explain each of your responses.

1. It's appropriate to wear shorts in Turkish mosques.  ( F )

2. The dress code for tourists is pretty liberal on Turkish beaches.  ( T )

3. Clothing customs in Turkey are "anything goes" for everyone. ( T )

4. The United States is very conservative about clothes. ( F )

5. It's appropriate for young Americans to wear wild clothes in religious institutions. ( F )

6. Flip-flops are inappropriate in formal restaurants in the United States. ( T )

 

COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS

Look at the Reading on page 94. Based on the information in the Reading, cross out the incorrect answer.

1. In Turkish mosques, male travelers should keep their covered.

 a. shoulders   b. head   c. knees

2. It's OK to wear to the beach in Turkey,

a. revealing bathing suit    b. T-shirts   c. shorts

 3. In the United States its for men to wear suits in formal meetings.

a. appropriate    b. OK   c. inappropriate

 4. People in the U.S. may wear to the office.

a. hip-flops   b. a sweater   c. a suit

 

 

CRITICAL THINKING

B. Based on the information in the reading. Chock the statements that are probably true. Explain your choices

 

1.     It's probably OK for a tourist to wear sandals when visiting Turkey's historic places

R/: While it is not explicitly prohibited to wear sandals when visiting Turkey's historical sites, proper footwear is generally recommended when visiting these sites. Many of Turkey's historical sites require a great deal of walking or climbing, and some surfaces can be uneven or slippery. Wearing sandals may increase the risk of slipping, tripping, or falling, which could result in injury.

 

2. It's probably OK to wear shorts at the beaches in Turkey.

 

R/: Yes, it is generally acceptable to wear shorts at the beaches in Turkey. Turkey is a secular country with a diverse population, and its coastal areas are popular tourist destinations. While it is important to be respectful of local customs and traditions, you will likely see people wearing a range of clothing at the beach, including shorts and swimsuits. However, it is still a good idea to be mindful of the specific beach you are visiting and any guidelines or rules that may be in place. It's always best to err on the.

 

3. It's probably not necessary to wear a suit to a business meeting in the U.S.

 

R/: Whether or not to wear a suit to a business meeting in the United States largely depends on the specific industry, company culture, and level of formality of the meeting. In some industries, such as finance or law, wearing a suit may be the norm for business meetings. In other industries, such as technology or creative.