Lesson Plan: Bangladeshi Culture [Traveling Etiquette]

During this lesson, we are going to learn about traveling etiquette and the cultural differences between our country and Bangladesh

You are expected to give recommendations and provide opinions using:

#1	Modal Verbs
#2	Simple Present
#3	Basic Connectors

Populous	Overpopulation
Various	Outsider
Development	Patriarch

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Bangladesh is a relatively small country located in South Asia.

Bangladesh has a significant population, making it the eighth-most populous country in the world.

Bangladesh gained its independence in 1971 after a liberation war with Pakistan.

The country has since made significant progress in various sectors, including education, healthcare, and economic development. However, it still faces challenges such as poverty, overpopulation, and political instability.

Bangladesh has a rich cultural heritage, influenced by its historical connections with different civilizations and religions.

The predominant religion is Islam, and the official language is Bengali.

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Exercise

When analyzing the sentences, use expressions such as:

#1	I think #1 is true
#2	I think #2 is false
#1	I am not sure but I think #1 is False
#2	I am not sure but I think #1 is True
#1	I am 100% sure #1 is True
#2	I am 100% sure #1 is False

True and false statements about Bangladeshi People

1. You should respect elderly people.
2. You can talk freely about how much money people make.
3. You can criticize Islamism. Bangladeshis understand outsider views.
4. You should expect the patriarch to make family decisions.
5. You should bring expensive alcohol as gifts.
6. You must invite Bengali people to eat Pork Products. They love pork.
7. You shouldn’t open gifts in front of the giver.
8. It is fine to compare Bangladeshis with Pakistani people.
9. You should sit close during conversations. The proximity between people is OK
10. You can show public displays of affection in Bangladesh.
11. I recommend giving white flowers to business people in Bangladesh
12. You should avoid talking about Cricket. Bangladeshi are not into that sport.
13. Don’t shake hands with a woman unless she offers her hand first.
14. I recommend using the left hand for receiving and offering gifts.
15. You should never eat with your hands

Source: Bangladeshi Culture

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For example:

• I think that [tradition/custom] is the [most strangest/ least strangest] to me because… [reasons]

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Do you know what these words mean?

To Break	Dress
To complain	Polite
To Stick	Thankful
To Mind	Rules
To keep	Manners
To Try	Yourself

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