Cultura

All cultural material required for the Semester 2 Final exam.

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Vive entre culturas

Food trucks are bringing new foods to neighborhoods around the world and creating intercultural experiences centered around food.

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El kilo

The metric system is used in most countries, and market produce is commonly sold by the kilogram.

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Las aguas frescas

Las aguas frescas are refreshing drinks popular in Mexico and in parts of the United States.

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El horario de comidas

Meal times vary by region. Mexico and Spain share a late main meal, but Spain typically eats dinner even later.

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La historia de la barbacoa

The history of barbecue in the Americas goes back more than 500 years and begins with Taíno cooking traditions.

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Una cadena de comida rápida

Salsarita's grew by combining fresh ingredients, customizable dishes, and an experience inspired by Mexican food traditions.

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El español caribeño

The Spanish of the Caribbean has recognizable pronunciation features that signal regional identity.

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El béisbol en la República Dominicana

Béisbol is the official sport of the Dominican Republic and a major part of national pride.

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Cómo chatear en español

Spanish chat language uses abbreviations, omitted vowels, and symbols to communicate quickly and creatively.

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Carnaval de La Vega, R. D.

La Vega's carnival is considered one of the best celebrations in the Dominican Republic and the Caribbean.

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Gran Celebración en Nueva York

The Dominican Parade in the Bronx celebrates Dominican identity with floats, music, and community pride.

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El dominó

Dominoes are a key part of Dominican identity and a familiar sight in public plazas.

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Naciones y regiones culturales

Geographical and cultural regions can shape identity more strongly than national borders.

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La escala centígrada o Celsius

Most of the world uses Celsius, and the chart helps compare familiar temperature reference points.

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Discover Ways to Use Spanish Outside Class

You can keep building Spanish skills by using the language in your community, online, and through your hobbies.

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La Ciclovía de Bogotá

Bogotá's Ciclovía closes major roads every Sunday and holiday so cyclists and pedestrians can use the city safely.

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La globalización—ayer y hoy

Globalization is not new: explorers, trade routes, and movement across oceans connected continents centuries ago.

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