Thẻ ghi nhớ: IEI-AD-Culture & Traditions

sociocultural (a)

Sub-topic: Culture and Tourism.

Combining social and cultural factors.

(He also intends a grounded ....................... analysis of cyberspace and its implications for spatial relations.)

preserve the local heritage

Sub-topic: Culture and Tourism.

Protect the assets which are valued by local communities and contribute to the character and local distinctiveness of an area.

(The government do not need to invest money in ............................. because it cannot be damaged or destroyed no matter how big the domestic tourism industry gets.)

create more job opportunities

Sub-topic: Culture and Tourism.

Offer more jobs.

(The development of the tourism sector ................................... for local inhabitants because of a higher demand for goods and services (hotel, entertainment etc).)

diverse cultural backgrounds

Sub-topic: Culture and Tourism.

Having different backgrounds, races, political views, etc.

(With increasing globalisation we have become familiar with a range of names from .......................)

cultural diversity

Sub-topic: Culture and Tourism.

The existence of a variety of cultural or ethnic groups within a society.

(In tourist destinations, the locals interact with the tourists and mix with people from similar backgrounds, which creates ........................ in the region.)

expand knowledge

Sub-topic: Culture and Tourism.

Increase understanding about sth.

(When organized tours to remote areas are more and more popular, the locals will have the opportunity to ......................... due to exposure to people from more civilized societies.)

poor sanitation

Sub-topic: Culture and Tourism.

The inadequacy in the provision sanitation services and facilities when reduce the transmission of diseases among the people.

(Lack of clean water and .............................. have negligible effects on people's health.)

intrusion

Sub-topic: Culture and Tourism.

The action of intruding.

(Insiders are hermetically sealed from the ....................... of outsiders by the assumption of zero labour turnover.)

outsider

Sub-topic: Culture and Tourism.

A person who is not involved with a particular group of people or organization or who does not live in a particular place

(Insiders are hermetically sealed from the intrusion of .................... by the assumption of zero labour turnover.)

disease outbreak

Sub-topic: Culture and Tourism.

An outbreak of infection or foodborne illness may be defined as two or more linked cases of the same illness or the situation where the observed number of cases exceeds the expected number, or a single case of disease caused by a significant pathogen (e.g. diphtheria or viral haemorrhagic fever).

(The typical example of a ....................... can be seen in the recent Ebola outbreak, where infected travelers carried the virus from Africa to a number of other countries.)

standards of behavior

Sub-topic: Culture and Tourism.

A set of official guidelines meant to govern employees' actions, speech, attitudes and more.

(In terms of culture, when a huge influx of foreign tourists coming to a country, like Vietnam, Vietnamese people are often influenced by the western lifestyles, such as drinking alcohol, laughing and talking loudly in the public places. These set a bad example to young generations who are likely to mimic those actions and to ignore Vietnamese .............................)

religious value

Sub-topic: Culture and Tourism.

Values develop from the answers religions give to those existential questions.

(.................... reflect the beliefs and practices which a religious adherent partakes in.)

religious attractions

Sub-topic: Culture and Tourism.

A place relating to or believing in a religion draws visitors by providing something of interest or pleasure.

(In every part of the United States, travelers will find ................... associated with our nation's heritage. Most popular are religious museums and historic churches.)

moral values

Sub-topic: Culture and Tourism.

The behavioral practices, goals, and habits which are validated by the society we're part of.

(The development of the tourism industry can create some difficulties in preserving ...................... of the host country.)

the loss of local traditions

Sub-topic: Culture and Tourism.

Process of losing customs or beliefs.

(In many tourist destinations, many people are forced to abandon their traditional jobs and work in the tourist industry, which leads to ......................)

Boost economy

Sub-topic: Culture and Tourism.

Increase, improve economy.

(Although the tourism industry makes a significant contribution to ........................, it can have an effect on the social and cultural aspects of host communities.)

The social and cultural aspects

Sub-topic: Culture and Tourism.

Combining social and cultural factors.

(Although the tourism industry makes a significant contribution to boosting economy, it can have an effect on the ........................ of host communities.)

host communities

Sub-topic: Culture and Tourism.

The country of asylum and the local, regional and national governmental, social and economic structures within which refugees live.

(Although the tourism industry makes a significant contribution to boosting economy, it can have an effect on the social and cultural aspects of ......................)

Holidaymaker (n)

Sub-topic: Culture and Tourism.

A person on vacation away from home; a vactioner.

(Inconsiderate ................. who are unaware of local customs and moral values may dress inappropriately while visiting local religious places.)

poorly dress (a)

Sub-topic: Culture and Tourism.

Not well dressed.

(There are many ill-informed Western tourists who ..................., such as wearing short skirts or swimwear, when visiting religious attractions in Vietnam.)

public outrage

Sub-topic: Culture and Tourism.

Something that is grossly offensive to decency, morality, or good taste.

(One recent incident happened when Logan Paul, a renowned Youtuber, visited Japan and made fun of Japanese traditions and lifestyles. Such mockery caused tremendous ..................... and prejudice against this young American.)

misconduct (n) (v)

Sub-topic: Culture and Tourism.

Unacceptable or improper behavior, especially by an employee or professional person.

(We should not merely judge the tourism industry based on a number of situations where conflicts arise from ...................... of only a group of individuals.)

foreign culture exposure

Sub-topic: Culture and Tourism.

Experiences related to a region that aid in developing a familiarity or understanding of the norms, values, and beliefs of that regio.

(While the modern media, such as TV or newspapers, give people some ........................., overseas tourists tend to have more authentic and unique experiences that lead to more profound understanding.)

embrace (v) (n)

Sub-topic: Culture and Tourism.

Accept or support (a belief, theory, or change) willingly and enthusiastically.

(Having a profound understanding of foreign culture is extremely important because .................... cultural differences is key to establishing and maintaining social relationships in this day and age.)

international tourism

Sub-topic: Culture and Tourism.

Tourism that crosses national borders.

(........................... allows overseas visitors to experience different cultures and therefore connects everyone through mutual understanding.)

rumor (n) (v)

Sub-topic: Culture and Travel.

A currently circulating story or report of uncertain or doubtful truth.

(It is unknown whether there is any truth to the ............ that the hotel is haunted.)

hospitable (a)

Sub-topic: Culture and Travel.

Friendly and welcoming to strangers or guests.

(Here they were well received by the inhabitants, who at first were extremely .................)

strike up a conversation with

Sub-topic: Culture and Travel.

Enter into a conversation I tried to strike up a conversation, but didn't have much luck.

(As soon as I came to the hotel, I tried to ............................ with some neighbours to ask about the way to the nearest supermarket.)

mouthwatering (a)

Sub-topic: Culture and Travel.

Smelling, looking, or sounding delicious.

(We've created some truly .................. recipes for you to enjoy and we're updating all the time so keep checking back! )

fortnight's time

Sub-topic: Culture and Travel.

A period of two weeks.

(They were condemned to spend a ................ of idleness at that lonely island.)

festive season

Sub-topic: Culture and Travel.

The festive season is so named because it's a time of year associated with being festive—decorating, gathering with loved ones, and having parties.

(If you are feeling cash-strapped after the ....................., these offers can save you money and hopefully boost your mood.)

broaden one's horizon

Sub-topic: Culture and Travel.

Increase the range of one's knowledge, understanding, or experience.

(They want to ..................... with a change of scenery and culture)

exotic (a)

Sub-topic: Culture and Travel.

Originating in or characteristic of a distant foreign country.

(Everyone was fascinated by something so .................... compared to their standards. )

livelihood (n)

Sub-topic: Culture and Travel.

A means of securing the necessities of life.

(At the age of twenty he was gaining his ................. in the streets of Moscow as a vendor of meat-pies.)

derive from

Sub-topic: Culture and Travel.

Receive or obtain from a source or origin.

(Some people .......... huge satisfaction from leaving personal work for their families. )

prosperity

Sub-topic: Culture and Travel.

The state of being prosperous.

(Annually, there are dozens of festivals and celebrations held to attract tourists all over the world, which greatly contributes to the ............................. of this country.)

skyscraper (n)

Sub-topic: Culture and Travel.

A very tall building.

(The "view from the top" provides an awesome and exhilarating panoramic view of ................. and landmarks.)

reside (v)

Sub-topic: Culture and Travel.

Have one's permanent home in a particular place.

(Numerous wealthy families .................. here, and the town has a trade in olive-oil, silk and velvet. )

stand the test of time

Sub-topic: Culture and Travel.

Continue to be important, respected, etc., for a long period of time.

(The singer's work was not popular while she was alive, but it has ...................)

blows my mind

Sub-topic: Culture and Travel.

Amaze or overwhelm someone.

(Indian traditional percussive algos ( algorhythms ) and modes .........................)

satisfy one's thirst for travel

Sub-topic: Culture and Travel.

Meet the expectations, needs, or desires to travel of someone.

(This is a great way for those who have itchy feet to briefly ........................... in a way that doesn't cost any money.)

well-trodden path

Sub-topic: Culture and Travel.

A well-trodden path is used regularly by a large number of people, and therefore looks worn and is easy to see.

(Political power has long been a .................... to personal wealth.)

religious rituals

Sub-topic: Art and Traditions.

Repetitive and patterned behavior that is prescribed by or tied to a religious institution, belief, or custom, often with the intention of communicating with a deity or supernatural power.

(Admittedly, historic dress plays a key role in social events such as ....................... or military parades, and these events are helpful in transmitting social memes such as public duty and self-sacrifice.)

folklore

Sub-topic: Art and Traditions.

The traditional beliefs, customs, and stories of a community, passed through the generations by word of mouth.

(Most countries have a rich heritage of legends and ................. about the birth and development of their nation, some of which are mythological and some being grounded in truth (as we see in the English stories about Robin Hood or George and the Dragon, for example.))

transmitting social memes

Sub-topic: Art and Traditions.

An element of a culture or system of behavior that may be considered to be passed from one individual to another by nongenetic means, especially imitation.

(Admittedly, historic dress plays a key role in social events such as religious rituals or military parades, and these events are helpful in ................. such as public duty and self-sacrifice.)

public duty

Sub-topic: Art and Traditions.

A power, authority, duty or function that is conferred on a person as the holder of a public office, or that a person holds himself or herself out as having as the holder of a public office.

(Admittedly, historic dress plays a key role in social events such as religious rituals or military parades, and these events are helpful in transmitting social memes such as ...................... and self-sacrifice.)

self-sacrifice (n)

Sub-topic: Art and Traditions.

The giving up of one's own interests or wishes in order to help others or advance a cause.

(Admittedly, historic dress plays a key role in social events such as religious rituals or military parades, and these events are helpful in transmitting social memes such as public duty and .........................)

evoke (v)

Sub-topic: Art and Traditions.

Invoke (a spirit or deity).

(Traditional costumes also remind us of the origins of cultural traditions and mythologies, for instance the historic Swiss national dress which ................... their medieval independence.)

mythology

Sub-topic: Art and Traditions.

A collection of myths, especially one belonging to a particular religious or cultural tradition.

(Traditional costumes also remind us of the origins of cultural traditions and ...................., for instance the historic Swiss national dress which evokes their medieval independence.)

the fabric of society

Sub-topic: Art and Traditions.

"The fabric of society" is a metaphor for the social order and in particular is suggestive of the idea that the social order is made of many "threads" (social milieus) that are "woven together (interconnected) and cohesive.

(It is the ceremonies themselves which convey the cultural norms that help to maintain .............................)

cultural norms

Sub-topic: Art and Traditions.

Rules or expectations of behavior and thoughts based on shared beliefs within a specific cultural or social group.

(It is the ceremonies themselves which convey the ......................that help to maintain the fabric of society.)

cultural inheritance

Sub-topic: Art and Traditions.

The storage and transmission of information by communication, imitation, teaching and learning.

(Legends and folklore about the birth and development of their nation, are a ........................ which embodies important symbols and concepts far more effectively than dress.)

embody (v)

Sub-topic: Art and Traditions.

Include or contain (something) as a constituent part.

(Legends and folklore about the birth and development of their nation, are a cultural inheritance which ...................... important symbols and concepts far more effectively than dress.)

a rich heritage

Sub-topic: Art and Traditions.

Something transmitted by or acquired from a predecessor.

(Most countries have ................... of legends and folklore about the birth and development of their nation, some of which are mythological and some being grounded in truth (as we see in the English stories about Robin Hood or George and the Dragon, for example.))

handicraft

Sub-topic: Art and Traditions.

A particular skill of making decorative objects by hand.

(We must remember the significance of art and music in passing on our traditions, in forms ranging from fine art to ................., and from opera to traditional shanties and dirges.)

fine art

Sub-topic: Art and Traditions.

Creative art, especially visual art whose products are to be appreciated primarily or solely for their imaginative, aesthetic, or intellectual content.

(We must remember the significance of art and music in passing on our traditions, in forms ranging from ................. to handicrafts, and from opera to traditional shanties and dirges.)

driving force

Sub-topic: Art and Traditions.

Someone or something that has the power to make things happen.

(The explosion in stock market wealth has been an important ................... behind consumer spending.)