Character and Manners Overview Different people have different

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Character and Manners

Character and Manners

Overview Different people have different The people of the United Kingdom, in qualities and

Overview Different people have different The people of the United Kingdom, in qualities and characteristics particular, have very different family histories, Everyone come different social classes, is different and have differing influences on attitudes, ways of thinking, andis culture What is true about one person not necessarily true about anyone else

Overview Much of what will be covered is limited to the upper and upper-middle

Overview Much of what will be covered is limited to the upper and upper-middle classes, and particularly in the South of England Unless otherwise stated: The information in this presentation from here on is from research done by Jinlin University of Science and Technology and does not represent Britton’s views

3 minutes - Only You – 1 person – Write a list describing the

3 minutes - Only You – 1 person – Write a list describing the characteristics of a British person 4 minutes – with a partner – 2 people – Tell (DON’T SHOW) someone what you think 4 minutes – in a group – 4 to 6 people – Compare your lists and stereotypes with another group. What do you agree and disagree about? Why do you think these are true?

Exclusiveness The British people are often considered a reserved people Not open to showing

Exclusiveness The British people are often considered a reserved people Not open to showing emotion or giving opinions

Exclusiveness A Chinese friend who previously studied in the University of Reading (England) had

Exclusiveness A Chinese friend who previously studied in the University of Reading (England) had this to say to me on the topic: “The people, even my classmates, were very formal. Friendly… but not very friendly. We could do teamwork together, but the relationship was never very deep”

Exclusiveness The attitude of exclusivity could be viewed as: “I am English… I am

Exclusiveness The attitude of exclusivity could be viewed as: “I am English… I am quite happy to be myself. I do not need you. ”

Exclusiveness Location An Island Several Countries in one State History A long, impressive history

Exclusiveness Location An Island Several Countries in one State History A long, impressive history Pride in heritage

Conservativeness The English are generally regarded as conservative It is important to keep the

Conservativeness The English are generally regarded as conservative It is important to keep the methods and thinking of the past. New ideas and change can cause huge, unnecessary problems

Conservativeness Some examples of British conservatives are Love and respect of the Queen

Conservativeness Some examples of British conservatives are Love and respect of the Queen

Conservativeness Some examples of British conservatives are Slow adoption of the metric system, and

Conservativeness Some examples of British conservatives are Slow adoption of the metric system, and continued use of the imperial system in some areas

Conservativeness Some examples of British conservatives are Time spent considering a new idea before

Conservativeness Some examples of British conservatives are Time spent considering a new idea before trying it (as compared to the people of the United States)

Conservativeness Some examples of British conservatives are Current Prime Minister is from the Conservative

Conservativeness Some examples of British conservatives are Current Prime Minister is from the Conservative Party

Politeness The English give high importance to Politeness in the United Kingdom is based

Politeness The English give high importance to Politeness in the United Kingdom is based on showing consideration for others. Trying to never trouble another person

Politeness The British tend to prefer to wait for service than ask for it

Politeness The British tend to prefer to wait for service than ask for it “WAITER!”

Politeness The British tend to prefer to wait for service than ask for it

Politeness The British tend to prefer to wait for service than ask for it Requests for help or service often lead with an apology “Sorry to trouble you, but…” “Hate to bother you, but…”

Politeness The British tend to prefer to wait for service than ask for it

Politeness The British tend to prefer to wait for service than ask for it Requests for help or service often lead with an apology Deep shows of emotion can be considered impolite Openly shouting or crying in public places can make those around you uncomfortable

Formality A common quality of the British people is a calm and undemonstrative personality

Formality A common quality of the British people is a calm and undemonstrative personality Undemonstrative Does not show emotion “ 6 million people on the London subway, but the only sounds are footsteps of people travelling from one place to another and the occasional ‘sorry’”

Formality A common quality of the British people is a calm and undemonstrative personality

Formality A common quality of the British people is a calm and undemonstrative personality Undemonstrative Does not show emotion The possibility of working directly next to someone for years and never knowing anything about him beyond possibly his/her name

Sense of Humor The British sense of humor is often self-depreciating Laughing at or

Sense of Humor The British sense of humor is often self-depreciating Laughing at or making fun of you

Sense of Humor The British sense of humor is often self-depreciating An Englishman/woman is

Sense of Humor The British sense of humor is often self-depreciating An Englishman/woman is said to laugh at his own faults, shortcomings, mistakes, and embarrassment. May even laugh about the things most important and special to him/her. This tends to be an overall attitude towards life, and is not meant to be mean, cruel, or hurtful

Sense of Humor This attitude is towards one’s self and own personal beliefs and

Sense of Humor This attitude is towards one’s self and own personal beliefs and generally not towards others

Review

Review

Writing Activity A friend of yours is travelling to Southern England to live for

Writing Activity A friend of yours is travelling to Southern England to live for the next year, and she doesn’t know anything about the people there. Write a letter to her explaining some of the cultural aspects of social life to help her prepare for her travel

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TABLE MANNERS Guidelines for Table Manners Be PoliteTABLE MANNERS Guidelines for Table Manners Be Polite
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