” I Chose Croatia “
Notre Dame High School in San Jose student needs help
Dear sir or madam:
Hello. My name is Jyovonne Montosa. I am 15 years old, and I live in San Jose, California. I attend Notre Dame High Schoolin San Jose, and I am currently enrolled in a World History AP class. I have been given an assignment involving the selection ofa country to create a “scrapbook” about. One of the required elements of this project is an interview with someone who lived andculture. I would greatly appreciate it if you, or someone else in your office who has been a resident of Croatia would takesome time and answer the questions below. I need a reply as soon as possible please. Thank you very much for all of yourhelp. I sincerely appreciate you taking time out of your busy schedule to read this, and to assist me.
Thanks again.
Sincerely,
Jyovonne Montosa
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Question 1: Are religious ideals prominent in Croatian culture?
Question 2: How is the government organized in Croatia, and how has it been organized in the past?
Question 3: How, if at all, did World Wars 1 and 2 affect life in Croatia?
Question 4: How has the geographic composition of Croatia affected the country’s economy?
Question 5: Has Croatia’s location relative to other country’s affected it at all?
Question 6: What, in your opinion, are some of the most important events in Croatia’s history?
Question 7: What types of jobs do typical Croatians hold?
Question 8: Are there any differences between the duties of a man and those of a woman in Croatian culture?
Question 9: Do you feel that “Western” ideals have changed the culture of Croatia?
Question 10: Do many Croatians move away from the country, or do most stay? Why do you think this is?
Question 11: What kinds of foods are characteristic of Croatian culture? What is your favorite Croatian meal?
Question 12: If you could visit just one place in Croatia, what would it be?
Question 13: What is health care like in Croatia?
Question 14: What is the language of Croatia? Are there any words that are difficult to translate into English? Do you have a
favorite word or phrase?
Question 15: What do Croatians do for fun?
Question 16: Do you have a favorite Croatian author or artist?
Question 17: Is there a Croatian festival or ritual that is particularly important to you?
Question 18: Overall, what is your favorite thing about Croatia?
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