Greeks on culture

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Homework for August 7, 2017

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Greek Culture

Greek people are very proud of who they are and speak of their heritage with great passion. They are united by their traditions, religion, language, music, food, and wine.

The food is made from fresh, local ingredients such as goat cheese, olives and olive oil, and fresh produce. Most recipes have been handed down through the generations. Wine is also a big part of the culture. Red and white wines are popular throughout the country, as Greece provides the ideal climate for growing grapes.

Read the passage from above, answer the question about Greek Culture

What are Greek people proud of ?list two things

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List one food eaten by the Greek people ______________________________________________

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Culinary arts homework

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The Greek culture is rich and vibrant. Various things including their past, the landscape, and the media influence it. There are, however, some things that remain consistent. Greek people are very proud of who they are and speak of their heritage with great passion. They are united by their traditions, religion, language, music, food, and wine. All of these form the backdrop of Modern Greek culture and Greece’s cultural identity.

The whole culture in Greece is centered on the dinner table. Greek people regularly gather in large family groups for their daily meals, which often take hours to eat. Whether the meal is eaten at home or in a restaurant, this is the chief mode of socialization for families and their friends.

The cuisine is centered on fresh, local ingredients such as goat cheese, olives and olive oil, and fresh produce. Most recipes have been handed down through the generations. Wine is also a big part of the culture. Red and white wines are popular throughout the country, as Greece provides the ideal climate for growing grapes.

Read the passage from above, answer the question about Greek Culture

What are Greek people proud of ?list three things

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List three foods eaten by the Greek people ______________________________________________
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Parental signature ______________________________________________________________

Comments ____________________________________________________________________