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CULTURE FOCUS While there are universal aspects of culture across the world, there are also diverse aspects unique to each culture. The same goes for English. While there are undoubtedly commonalities in Englishes, a variety of Englishes have emerged as the language is used globally. Universality and Diversity of Culture A Explore the interesting marriage traditions of countries around the world. Choose the sentence that reflects a universality shared by all four countries. ⓐ In all cultures, the bride and groom dance at their wedding. ⓑ Friends and guests are all wishing the new couple well. ⓒ Breaking something at a wedding symbolizes good luck in all cultures. Rice toss: Throwing rice to the couple at the end of the wedding is a tradition in many countries, including the US. Dollar dance: While the couple dances during the wedding celebration, money is tossed, handed, or pinned by each of their guests. Polterabend: The guests break dishes to bring luck to the couple’s marriage. The bride and groom are expected to clean up the broken pieces together. Tie cutting: Friends of the husband cut a piece of his tie and hold an auction to raise money for the couple. Germany Philippines Italy USA 12 I Unit 1 World Traditions and World Englishes