World Cultures

Unit I Europe

Name: Eric Garman

Block: 1
Exploring a European Country Research Activity
Instructions: Using the Worldmark Encyclopedia of Cultures and Daily Life (found through the
library database Gale Virtual Reference Library; username and password is colonials), research a
European nation of interest to you and complete the items below thoughtfully and completely.
Be prepared to share what youve learned with your peers.
1. To what extent was this country ruled by others? Use evidence to support your answer.
- Turkey is under what is known as Lonely Command and there are no serious threats to
Recep Tayyip Erdogan, who is the prime minister. It used to be part of the Ottoman Empire.
2. Which 20th century events had the greatest influence on this country? Choose two events
and explain their impact.
- 1928 Turkey became its own state. This gave it a sort of newfound independence.
- 1934 Women became able to vote. This shows the growth of equal rights.
3. Identify the following:
Topic
Well known cities, regions, or
landforms

Details
- Ankara is the capital City.
- Mardin is the capital of the Mardin Province.
- Konya is the largest city in Turkey

Relative size (size in

relationship to another
place)
Description of natural
environment

Turkey is just a bit larger than the Ukraine.

Some modern cities, large landforms, ancient buildings,

Population size
Degree of diversity
(1=homogenous; 10=very
diverse) with explanation
Languages/Alphabets

About 75 Million and growing.

7 From heavy immigration from the east.

Turkish is the official language in Turkey.

and beautiful water fronts.

4. How does folklore influence the peoples worldview or actions? Explain your answer using
specific details.
- There are many Turkish dances which keep the traditional aspect of life in turkey.
5. What religion(s) is practiced in this country, and how does it impact the people?
- Muslim is the main religion and Christians are a minority at only 2%.
6. Are rites of passage in this country similar to or different from rites of passage in the U.S.?
Explain your answer using specific pieces of evidence.
- The US has more equal rights. Men have more Power in Turkey.
7. What tips on interpersonal behavior might you give to an American who is about to travel to
this country? Provide at least three.
- They dont like Americans.
- They will most likely be against your religion.
- They wont treat you well.

8. Is the standard of living in this country better, worse, or about the same as that of the U.S.?
Justify your answer with at least three pieces of evidence.
- The standard of living in Turkey is Decent but growing and improving.
- 49% of adults have a paying job.
- 36% of men have completed high school.
- Life expectancy is 75.
9. Is family important in this country? Why or why not? Use specific details in your response.
-

Family is important and Turkish people have positive attitudes.

10.Does this country have distinctive traditional clothing? Explain your answer citing specific
details.
- Turkish people wear modest and clean clothing. More traditional than the US.

11.How has globalization impacted food and diet in this country? Explain your answer using
specific facts.
- They have a traditional diet with many stuffed foods.
12.How might your educational experience in this country differ from the schooling you receive
in the U.S.?
- Most people only have a high school degree or less.

13.What cultural influences or accomplishments is this country best known for? List and
describe at least three.
- Ottoman Empire impacts.
- Affects from traditional way of living.
- Affects from geography, using the bodies of water.

14.Summarize the overall economy of this country in 2-3 sentences.

- The Turkish economy is a strong one. With the growth and projects it is improving. They
maintain a conservative economy.

15.How do people of this country spend their leisure time? List at least five activities. Would
you want to live there?
- Go to beaches
- Dance
- Church
- Shopping
- Time with family
- I wouldnt want to live there because I dont think I would like the people.

16.List (in order of significance) what you feel are the three biggest problems that this country
needs to resolve.
- Terrorism
- Equal rights

- Energy issues
17.Are all people treated equally in this country? Why or why not? Explain your answer using
specific evidence.
- No, Men have most of the control. They live an old fashioned way of life and this means
that men are seen as superior. Men take the power roles.

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