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Intermediate English Conversation – Culture Shocks

Learn English with Camille

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Warm-up Questions

What do you think “culture shock” means in everyday life?
When you travel, what kinds of things might surprise you most: food, language, rules, or people’s habits?
What country do you think might be the most different from your own culture, and why?

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Intermediate English Conversation – Culture Shocks

Intro + Mexico culture shocks (00:00 – 04:46)

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1. How many countries has Calvin been to (according to the video)?

2. In Mexico, what can “awa” mean in everyday use (as they explain it)?

Any drink (like Coca-Cola or lemonade)
Only bottled water
A type of coffee
Only hot tea

3. What did Calvin accidentally say at the toll booth?

He said he didn’t have money.
He said “welcome” to the worker.
He ordered a Coca-Cola in Spanish.
He asked for directions to the coast.

Intermediate English Conversation – Culture Shocks

India + Thailand + Taiwan (04:46 – 10:28)

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1. What bumped into Camille while she was walking in India?

A dog
A bicycle
A scooter
A cow

2. On the night bus in India, why did they see flashlights and feel scared at first?

They were looking for missing bags.
It was a robbery.
It was an accident on the road.
It was a border crossing.

3. What food does Calvin mention as a strong smell in Taiwan?

Hibiscus tea
Stinky tofu
Topless fruit
Cooked bugs

Intermediate English Conversation – Culture Shocks

Europe + Turkey + Peru + Brazil + wrap-up (10:28 – 19:25)

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1. What do they say is surprising/annoying about living in Europe?

Government tasks can feel inefficient and slow.
People never walk anywhere.
No one speaks different languages.
Supermarkets are always closed.

2. In Turkey, what sound was a cultural shock for their family (especially early in the morning)?

Loud traffic all night
Church bells at midnight
Fireworks every day
Aison / the call to prayer

3. In Peru, what did they notice “everywhere,” including rooftops and in front of doors?

Water bottles
Shoes
Candles
Flowers

Intermediate English Conversation – Culture Shocks

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1. What is the main purpose of the video?

To teach grammar rules for travel English
To share personal stories about culture shocks in different countries
To review hotels and restaurants around the world
To explain how to get a passport

2. Which idea do they repeat about travel?

Travel is only useful for business.
Travel opens your eyes to different ways of life.
Travel is only fun if you travel alone.
Travel is mostly dangerous and should be avoided.

3. What kind of “culture shock” examples do they focus on most?

Only famous museums and landmarks
Only technology and internet speed
Small everyday habits (food, schedules, customs, language misunderstandings)
Only natural disasters and weather

Discussion Questions

Discuss the ideas from this video

Intermediate English Conversation – Culture Shocks

Have you ever experienced a culture shock (in your country or abroad)? What happened?
Which story from the video was the funniest or most surprising to you? Why?
Some culture shocks are “annoying” at first (like slow lines or different schedules). How can travelers stay patient and respectful?
If you could ask Camille and Calvin one question about travel and culture shocks, what would you ask?