https://padlet.com/vicplata03/d06ftrkqn90tsa35 What I think I know about your country/culture? en-us 2023-09-17 23:25:53 UTC 2023-09-19 00:58:30 UTC hello@padlet.com vicplata03 https://padlet.com/vicplata03/d06ftrkqn90tsa35/wish/2707748402 When thinking about the U.S. the first thing that comes to mind is the diversity. Because it has always been so welcoming to immigrants,  I think it has become a country full of so many different cultures and communities representing various ethnicities  ]]> 2023-09-17 23:44:02 UTC https://padlet.com/vicplata03/d06ftrkqn90tsa35/wish/2707748402 vicplata03 https://padlet.com/vicplata03/d06ftrkqn90tsa35/wish/2707751999 I think the U.S. puts a lot of importance to its peoples freedom. It takes great importance to peoples individual rights and self-governance]]> 2023-09-17 23:50:15 UTC https://padlet.com/vicplata03/d06ftrkqn90tsa35/wish/2707751999 vicplata03 https://padlet.com/vicplata03/d06ftrkqn90tsa35/wish/2707754720 The first thing that comes to mind when I think about the U.S. is New York City. I think it's an essential visit when going to the U.S.
It's so popular and when you go to visit NYC you realize why, it's full of diversity in every aspect, it's iconic landmarks, the statue of liberty and Fifth Avenue]]> 2023-09-17 23:54:48 UTC https://padlet.com/vicplata03/d06ftrkqn90tsa35/wish/2707754720 vicplata03 https://padlet.com/vicplata03/d06ftrkqn90tsa35/wish/2707757669 I think one of, if not the most important holidays, in the U.S., is the 4th of July. It symbolizes the U.S. Declaration of Independence. That day the sky becomes a spectacle full of fireworks with everybody celebrating. If I'm correct you get together with your friends and eat hotdogs and hamburgers]]> 2023-09-17 23:59:21 UTC https://padlet.com/vicplata03/d06ftrkqn90tsa35/wish/2707757669 vicplata03 https://padlet.com/vicplata03/d06ftrkqn90tsa35/wish/2707760585 The Day of the Dead is a holiday of pre-Hispanic origin, in which the people celebrate and honor their deceased relatives by placing altars or offerings on their graves or in their homes, depending on the region of the country in which they are located.
In this celebration, death does not represent an absence but a living presence; Death is a symbol of life that materializes on the offered altar. In this sense, it is a celebration that carries great popular significance since it includes various meanings.]]> 2023-09-18 00:03:33 UTC https://padlet.com/vicplata03/d06ftrkqn90tsa35/wish/2707760585 https://padlet.com/vicplata03/d06ftrkqn90tsa35/wish/2709230241 Pozole comes from the state of Jalisco, the main difference is that it is prepared with ancho chili and guajillo chili. It is a very delicious dish that we normally eat on September 15, 16 when we celebrate the cry of independence.]]> 2023-09-18 17:08:17 UTC https://padlet.com/vicplata03/d06ftrkqn90tsa35/wish/2709230241 https://padlet.com/vicplata03/d06ftrkqn90tsa35/wish/2709750708 Every September 16th, on the eve of Mexican Independence Day, the President of Mexico or a representative in each locality reenacts the famous "Grito de Dolores" from the balcony of a government building. ]]> 2023-09-19 00:44:15 UTC https://padlet.com/vicplata03/d06ftrkqn90tsa35/wish/2709750708 https://padlet.com/vicplata03/d06ftrkqn90tsa35/wish/2709751766 Piñatas are traditional papier-mâché figures filled with candies and toys. They are broken open during celebrations like birthdays and posadas while blindfolded children attempt to break them with a stick.]]> 2023-09-19 00:45:01 UTC https://padlet.com/vicplata03/d06ftrkqn90tsa35/wish/2709751766 https://padlet.com/vicplata03/d06ftrkqn90tsa35/wish/2709752871 Mariachi is a traditional Mexican musical genre that includes guitars, trumpets, violins, and other instruments. It is typical at celebrations and festive occasions.]]> 2023-09-19 00:45:41 UTC https://padlet.com/vicplata03/d06ftrkqn90tsa35/wish/2709752871 https://padlet.com/vicplata03/d06ftrkqn90tsa35/wish/2709754781 On December 12th, the Virgin of Guadalupe, the patron saint of Mexico, is celebrated. Millions of people visit the Basilica of Guadalupe in Mexico City to pay tribute to the Virgin.]]> 2023-09-19 00:46:54 UTC https://padlet.com/vicplata03/d06ftrkqn90tsa35/wish/2709754781 https://padlet.com/vicplata03/d06ftrkqn90tsa35/wish/2709757758 Celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November, it is a day to give thanks for the blessings of the year and share a big]]> 2023-09-19 00:48:49 UTC https://padlet.com/vicplata03/d06ftrkqn90tsa35/wish/2709757758 https://padlet.com/vicplata03/d06ftrkqn90tsa35/wish/2709760125 On October 31st, people dress up in costumes, carve pumpkins, and go trick-or-treating, collecting candies from house to house.]]> 2023-09-19 00:50:17 UTC https://padlet.com/vicplata03/d06ftrkqn90tsa35/wish/2709760125 https://padlet.com/vicplata03/d06ftrkqn90tsa35/wish/2709761906  On November 11th, homage is paid to U.S. military veterans with parades and ceremonies.]]> 2023-09-19 00:52:25 UTC https://padlet.com/vicplata03/d06ftrkqn90tsa35/wish/2709761906 https://padlet.com/vicplata03/d06ftrkqn90tsa35/wish/2709766229 The first Monday in September is Labor Day, honoring the achievements and contributions of workers.]]> 2023-09-19 00:56:12 UTC https://padlet.com/vicplata03/d06ftrkqn90tsa35/wish/2709766229 https://padlet.com/vicplata03/d06ftrkqn90tsa35/wish/2709768178 A series of festivities that take place during the nine days leading up to Christmas (from December 16th to 24th). They represent Mary and Joseph's journey in search of shelter and involve processions, songs, and family gatherings.]]> 2023-09-19 00:57:31 UTC https://padlet.com/vicplata03/d06ftrkqn90tsa35/wish/2709768178 https://padlet.com/vicplata03/d06ftrkqn90tsa35/wish/2709769534 Mexico is known for its rich cuisine, which includes dishes like tacos, tamales, enchiladas, guacamole, chiles en nogada, mole, and many more. Mexican food is a fundamental part of the culture and is appreciated worldwide.]]> 2023-09-19 00:58:30 UTC https://padlet.com/vicplata03/d06ftrkqn90tsa35/wish/2709769534