https://padlet.com/colchawa3340/h9ufwc7uj2ouvr27 sociology en-us 2021-09-08 17:53:09 UTC 2021-09-09 17:27:37 UTC hello@padlet.com colchawa3340 https://padlet.com/colchawa3340/h9ufwc7uj2ouvr27/wish/1725679533 The geography of Poland consists of mountains and many bodies of water, offering a large variety of outdoor activities. Polish people tend to be very outdoorsy and pretty big risk takers because of the activities offered in the country. ]]> 2021-09-08 17:57:30 UTC https://padlet.com/colchawa3340/h9ufwc7uj2ouvr27/wish/1725679533 colchawa3340 https://padlet.com/colchawa3340/h9ufwc7uj2ouvr27/wish/1725685590 The idea of respecting elders is a very important lesson every polish person is taught very young. Polish culture tends to be very traditional, possibly explaining why respect is such a big deal.]]> 2021-09-08 17:59:52 UTC https://padlet.com/colchawa3340/h9ufwc7uj2ouvr27/wish/1725685590 colchawa3340 https://padlet.com/colchawa3340/h9ufwc7uj2ouvr27/wish/1725693184 Religion, specifically Roman Catholicism, is very important to the polish culture. Mainly all elders push the idea of attending Mass and following the Bible unto their children, who in turn, push the idea unto their children and so on. This cycle continues for many generations, allowing religion to hold a prominent position in this culture.]]> 2021-09-08 18:03:04 UTC https://padlet.com/colchawa3340/h9ufwc7uj2ouvr27/wish/1725693184 colchawa3340 https://padlet.com/colchawa3340/h9ufwc7uj2ouvr27/wish/1725699976 Because of the geography in Poland, skiing became one of the top sports in the country. Unlike other countries that place an importance on sports with balls, Poland tends to focus on individual skill and risk taking.]]> 2021-09-08 18:05:51 UTC https://padlet.com/colchawa3340/h9ufwc7uj2ouvr27/wish/1725699976 colchawa3340 https://padlet.com/colchawa3340/h9ufwc7uj2ouvr27/wish/1725707578 The Polish language is often pressed unto the younger generations because grandparents don't usually speak English. In an effort to keep the line of communication open, children are sent to polish school.]]> 2021-09-08 18:08:50 UTC https://padlet.com/colchawa3340/h9ufwc7uj2ouvr27/wish/1725707578 colchawa3340 https://padlet.com/colchawa3340/h9ufwc7uj2ouvr27/wish/1728295569 Depending on the region of Poland, different folklore groups listen to different music. My parents were born in Zakopane, which happens to be part of the Highlander group. Music from this specific group is played at every social event.]]> 2021-09-09 14:44:14 UTC https://padlet.com/colchawa3340/h9ufwc7uj2ouvr27/wish/1728295569 colchawa3340 https://padlet.com/colchawa3340/h9ufwc7uj2ouvr27/wish/1728763291 With every individual culture, certain foods are more common than others. This specific meal is called pierogi, and happens to be one of my favorite meals. It always makes an appearance at polish parties, along with other meals and desserts. ]]> 2021-09-09 17:18:51 UTC https://padlet.com/colchawa3340/h9ufwc7uj2ouvr27/wish/1728763291 colchawa3340 https://padlet.com/colchawa3340/h9ufwc7uj2ouvr27/wish/1728767808 Most polish families have at least one kid, as the idea of kids is heavily pushed on young couples. Being a traditional culture, all couples are expected to have and raise kids since that is the norm.]]> 2021-09-09 17:20:34 UTC https://padlet.com/colchawa3340/h9ufwc7uj2ouvr27/wish/1728767808 colchawa3340 https://padlet.com/colchawa3340/h9ufwc7uj2ouvr27/wish/1728775880 Since most polish parents are immigrants, the idea of receiving a good education is extremely important to parents. You are expected to get good grades and graduate college in order to get a good job.]]> 2021-09-09 17:23:32 UTC https://padlet.com/colchawa3340/h9ufwc7uj2ouvr27/wish/1728775880 colchawa3340 https://padlet.com/colchawa3340/h9ufwc7uj2ouvr27/wish/1728786022 Being a smaller country in Europe, Poland isn't a very racially diverse country.This means the culture isn't very diverse either since majority of the people are white.]]> 2021-09-09 17:27:21 UTC https://padlet.com/colchawa3340/h9ufwc7uj2ouvr27/wish/1728786022