Question

Wow! You now know so much about Ecuador! Your friend David, however, needs to know more about this beautiful country. In a few months, his family is going on a tour of Spanish speaking-countries, including Spain and several Central and South American countries. He has asked you to help him learn more about those places before his trip. His first trip is to Ecuador.

Write David a three-paragraph letter in English, and compare Ecuadorian culture and American culture, especially in terms of food, sports, transportation, population, and demographics. How is your culture similar to Ecuadorian culture? How is it different? Use a lot of details to help David prepare for the trip, and have fun.

Use the CultureGram link to find ideas and information. Cite your sources of information for material found elsewhere.

Before you write, take notes on these questions to help you think of what to tell David.

1) What are the five most interesting things you have learned about Ecuador?

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2) What are three aspects of Ecuadorian culture that are similar to the United States?

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3) What are three aspects of Ecuadorian culture that are different from the United States?

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Now, here is a guide for your letter. You don't have to follow this pattern exactly, but feel free to use it if it's helpful.

Hey David,

It's cool that you get to visit Ecuador. Here are some interesting things about Ecuador. (Now describe 2-3 of these details.)





Some things in Ecuador are very different from the United States. For example, (describe 2-3 differences)



Some things in Ecuador are a lot like the United States. For example, (describe 2-3 similarities)



Have a great trip! Bring me back a souvenir!

(Sign your name)

Answer 1

Answer:

1.Ecuador is the closest country to space.

2. Ecuador is the only country in the world named after a geographical feature.

3.Ecuador had a long-standing border conflict with Peru

4.Ecuador was once joined with Colombia and Venezuela

5.Rosalía Arteaga, the first female President of Ecuador, served for only two days.

2) What are three aspects of Ecuadorian culture that are similar to the United States?

Ecuadorian culture that is similar to the United States are:

economic success,  

democratic governance,  

regional security,

environmental sustainability and  

preservation, and scholarly exchanges, the United States and Ecuador have a long history of engagement and cooperation.

Ecuadorian culture is a blend of indigenous practices and colonial influences from Europe. Almost everyone in Ecuador is of mixed ethnicity, resulting in enormous cultural diversity as well as unique customs and traditions throughout the country.

3)What are three aspects of Ecuadorian culture that are different from the United States?

Daily life moves at a slower pace in Ecuador (they tend to walk more),people/couples are most likely to have more babies in the US, and Ecuador is much more conservative than the US

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