Monday, May 2, 2011

Beryl Yang/ Ethomusicologist, Peking Opera and music





Beryl & Kelli

6 comments:

  1. Traditions and Customs:

    1) Certain numbers symbolize luck- how did this come about? If there are lucky numbers, are there unlucky numbers? Is this deeply integrated into Chinese culture?

    2) There are so many different types of etiquette for different situations. Is it essential to follow this etiquette? Are there consequences if they should not be followed? How is one to remember so many different types of etiquette and behavior?

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  2. Traditions and customs:
    1) For zodiac animal compatibility, why is it that you aren't compatible with people born in the same year as yourself?

    Food:
    2) If the Chinese can prepare food out of a lot of creatures living there, can a family be self-sustaining by living off of the local creatures in the area?

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  3. Food:
    1. Is there a seating arrangement every time there is a dinner? What if it is just dinner with the family?

    2. Are noodles or rice more commonly eaten in China?

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  4. Food:
    1. Because of the waste not, want not ideals of the Chinese, every parts of animals and plants are used in food. What are some examples of these types of food?

    2.What are some types of vegetarian/vegan foods in China?

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  5. Food:
    1. In Japan, brown rice is considered peasant food; only the lowest rank eats it. Does China hold a similar view?

    2. What would you say is the craziest or greatest thing that the Chinese eat?

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  6. Religion:

    1. To my knowledge, there are several popular religions in China. Which religion is the 'dominant' or 'most popular' in China? Is there any discrimination based on religion?

    Food:

    2. What are some typical foods found in an average person's diet? (in other words, typical popular food)

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