Wow! You now know so much about Mexico! Your friend Jordan, however, knows nothing about it. In a few months, his family is goin
g on a tour of Spanish speaking-countries, including Spain and several Central and South American countries. He has asked you to help him learn more about those places before his trip. His first trip is to Mexico. Write Jordan a three-paragraph letter in English, and compare Mexican culture and American culture, especially in terms of foods, sports, transportation, population, and demographics. How is your culture similar to Mexican culture? How is it different? Use a lot of details from what you have learned to help Jordan prepare for the trip, and have fun!
Before you write, take notes on these questions to help you think of what to tell Jordan.
1) What are the five most interesting things you have learned about Mexico?
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2) What are three aspects of Mexican culture that are similar to the United States?
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3) What are three aspects of Mexican culture that are different from the United States?
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Now, here is a guide for your letter. You don't have to follow this pattern exactly, but feel free to use it if it's helpful.
Hey Jordan,
It's cool that you get to visit Mexico. Here are some interesting things about Mexico. (Now describe some of these things.)
Some things in Mexico are very different from the United States. For example, (describe a few differences)
Some things in Mexico are a lot like the United States. For example, (describe a few similarities)
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