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Brazil Research Paper

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Brazil is the largest country in South America. The primary language spoken in Brazil is Portuguese. However, there are some exceptions, such as immigrants from Japan and Korea and some Amerindians. Brazilian families can be big and interracial due to intermarriages. There is a class system established in Brazil; there are three classes: upper, middle, and lower. Skin color can be used to depict one's economical status. People who have darker skin tend to be seen as having a lower economical and social status (Brazil Guide). A majority of Brazil's business comes from tourism besides exporting cars, planes, textiles, and coffee (Brazil Public Holidays). Coffee is one of Brazil's major exports and business people tend to …show more content…

Because foreigners do not completely know Brazil or Brazilian culture, if these topics are brought up Brazilians will think you are a stereotypical “gringo,” which is a Portuguese term for foreigners (Mello). Politics is a very sensitive topic and should be avoided as Brazil has a history of violence, corruption, politic disorder. This year's Olympics will be held in Rio de Janeiro, but there is constant violence, theft, and the new Zika virus that has everybody worried. Personal questions, like economical and social status should be refrained. Also, avoid any topic relating to Argentina, as the country is seen as Brazil's rival …show more content…

Some people might find it either too intimate or weird that someone is slapping their back, but to the Brazilians' it is a common way to greet people (Brazil Guide). Brazilians' body language can be a bit touchy. Touching of the arms, elbows, and backs is typical and they like to stand really close to each other (Brazil-Cultural Etiquette). To a lot of people, that gesture might be too much because their personal space is being invaded. If someone is too close, we usually move away to create more space, but to the Brazilians' that action may be seen as being disrespectful or a sign of rejection. If you are uncomfortable with their actions or if you are from a country where there are strict restrictions to any sort of body contact, just kindly explain to them your situation

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