10 impressive differences bw American and British cultures by Thanh Huyen Hoang https://padlet.com/hth2712/imbcfjz8kfode7fp Made with the best of intentions en-us 2021-11-18 03:13:04 UTC 2025-11-18 10:43:32 UTC hello@padlet.com GROUP 4 dangthanhhuong1812ulis https://padlet.com/hth2712/imbcfjz8kfode7fp/wish/1898574733 1. They drive on the left side of the road so make sure you look correctly when crossing. You can't make a turn on red, even if it's clear. You'll come across many roundabouts.
2. Everyone loves Obama, hates Donald Trump, and is unsure of Hillary. However, the choice for Hillary is still clear.
3. Nurses don't wear scrubs, and you'll often see them in the traditional uniform
4. The tea is superb and coffee in general isn't the best. You will find instant coffee in most households.
5. The weather is a true topic of conversation, and you will discuss it with at least two people every day. 
6. All 'shops' close early and it's not convenient at all to do any shopping after work hours.
7. In the winter, it starts to gets dark at 3:45pm, however in the summer it doesn't get fully dark until after 10:00pm.
8. Deliveroo was founded in UK by an American due to the lack of great quality food that you can get delivered. They now deliver restaurant food to your house on bicycles -- amazing?
9. Health care is free
10. The idea of painkillers in the UK is different and mainly consist of ibuprofen and paracetamol. For instance, "I just broke my leg." "Here, take some ibuprofen."]]> 2021-11-18 03:32:13 UTC https://padlet.com/hth2712/imbcfjz8kfode7fp/wish/1898574733 ROOM 1 https://padlet.com/hth2712/imbcfjz8kfode7fp/wish/1898576166 6. Drinking alcohol profusely is encouraged at most work events and the rejoicing together the next day with a unanimous hangover.
8. The weather is a true topic of conversation, and you will discuss it with at least two people every day. 
24. Occasions and get-togethers can sometimes drag on and end awkwardly because no one likes to make excuses to leave.
44. As the British are typically polite people, the rage can often come out in emails- aka the keyboard warrior.
54. It's rude not to comment on someone's tan after they've returned from holiday.
56. No matter how rich or poor you are- your accent defines you.
69. The date is the opposite way round (day, month, year)
84. It's taboo not to take a holiday.
85. In the winter, it starts to gets dark at 3:45pm, however in the summer it doesn't get fully dark until after 10:00pm.
96. Brits will cheers to a toast, but they will also say "cheers" to say thanks, and sometimes goodbye.

]]> 2021-11-18 03:33:03 UTC https://padlet.com/hth2712/imbcfjz8kfode7fp/wish/1898576166 Room 2 https://padlet.com/hth2712/imbcfjz8kfode7fp/wish/1898576547 1. Getting "pissed" means drunk, but it can also mean angered. Confusing.
2. pissing down = pouring down
3. If you don't ask your British colleagues if they would like a cup of tea or a coffee when you go to make yours, then you instantly get the stink eye.
4. The weather is a true topic of conversation, and you will discuss it with at least two people every day. In addition, the weather is truly horrific as well, so it's interesting to discuss! (the weather is Exchange
5. The roads are small and the cars are often smaller. (via film,magazine...)
6. When greeting someone you may hear "you alright?" rather than "how are you?" It's the same thing, but it can get confusing.
7. The police don't carry guns; therefore, the general public do not carry guns (for the majority.)
8. British people do not make small talk with strangers, and they would never strike up conversation with someone on public transportation.
9. Everyone talks about getting home extensions, and it's the norm as most houses are very small in comparison to American-style homes. (costlier, smaller land)
10. You rarely receive a lot of (if any) ice in your drink, British people would rather drink a warm coke rather than ice ]]> 2021-11-18 03:33:16 UTC https://padlet.com/hth2712/imbcfjz8kfode7fp/wish/1898576547 Group 3 https://padlet.com/hth2712/imbcfjz8kfode7fp/wish/1898581186 12. Five-week paid vacations and amazing maternity leave is a real thing and does exist. Hats off to the British for that.
23. British people do not make small talk with strangers, and they would never strike up conversation with someone on public transportation.
46. People read the newspaper on the tube to avoid small talk and eye contact.
51. Eggs are not sold as refrigerated.
54. It's rude not to comment on someone's tan after they've returned from holiday.
56. No matter how rich or poor you are- your accent defines you.
60. British people will always use a knife and fork to eat their dinner. Some even eat ribs and burgers with a knife and fork.
72. If you watch TV then you must pay a monthly bill for your TV, it's called a TV licence.
75. They have separate boys and girls schools, and the uniforms to go with it.
79. British bacon is amazing, and there is nothing better than a bacon sandwich aka bacon roll, bacon sarnie, bacon bap.

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