French mentality
True or False?
The French people are the politest people in the world and they are never rude to foreigners.
False
True or False?
It’s desired not to make a noise or distract Germans, even if a matter is urgent. Otherwise neighbours may call the police.
True
True or False?
British people are known to enjoy ‘close to the knuckle’ humour that could be interpreted as very offensive elsewhere in the world.
True
They prefer to live in small villages where they can spend the day outside in the open air.
French
Do people in France speak quietly or loudly in public places?
They keep their voices down
Being on time is an important quality for Germans. What is the synonym of “Being on time”?
Punctuality
What unexpected decoration can you find in a traditional British bathroom?
A carpet
Some people say they are greedy, but in reality they are super careful with their money.
Germans
At what age do the most French start their families?
At the age of 30
Can you always pay with a card in restaurants, bars, shops and stores in Germany?
What else can you use to pay there?
No, most of them don’t accept cards.
Use cash or ATMs.
What other word can you use to characterize a well-mannered person?
A polite person
They have a tradition to shout “Waheeey” when a food servant smashes a glass in a pub.
English
What should you say every time when you interact with people in France, especially in a shop or in a café?
Bonjour
What is the synonym of “telling the truth” and “being honest”?
Straightforwardness
What can you expect if someone invites you to their house for tea?
to have a full dinner
They are known for being chic, taking great pride in their personal appearance and clothing.
French
If you’re invited to someone’s place in France, when should you come to be polite?
15-20 minutes later the agreed time
How do you call the action of crossing the road in an illegal manner, for example, while the signal is red?
To jaywalk
What do British people burn on the Guy Fawkes’ night?
Bonfires and dummies
This country has one of the most modern transportation systems in the world with buses, trams, trains and subways taking you across the country.
Germany