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Unit 5

Chapter 1

II. Quotations/Proverbs/Idioms (continued)

Americans are the most materialistic of peoples, and, on the other hand, they are the most idealistic; the most revolutionary and, conversely, the most conservative; the most rampantly individualistic, and, simultaneously, the most gregarious and herd-like; the most irreverent toward their elders, and contrariwise, the most abject worshippers of "Mom."

- What's American about America
by J.A. Kouwenhoven


My love is deeper than the deepest ocean,
Wider than the sky;
Warmer than the warmest sunshine.
Softer than a sigh.

- From an American folksong


III. Exchanges

A: Are Korean schools very different from American schools?
B: Yes, I think so.

A: How does Korean education compare with American education?
B: Korean education is better than American education.

A: Are American students more independent than Korean students?
B: I don't know. What do you think?
A: In my opinion, yes.

IV. Writing

A. Here is a list of items which represent American schools. Make a similar list of items which you feel represent Korean schools. Explain any differences. Are there any common elements?

American schools

  1. noisy
  2. co-educational
  3. 6 hour schoolday
  4. mostly public
  5. mandatory to age 16
  6. impolite, disrespectful students
  7. physical punishment rare
  8. 20-30 students in a class
  9. free tuition and books
  10. no uniforms

Korean schools

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