Stereotypes have long lived in our subconscious, and parting with them is not so easy. But we'll try anyway.
We have collected the most popular stereotypes that immediately come to mind when mentioning a particular country. But it turned out that they were very outdated, if not they were never true at all.
Spain
Bullfighting is the main and favorite sport of the Spaniards
The Spaniards would not like this opinion, because, firstly, their favorite sport is football, and bullfighting is not a sport at all. It really is of great importance for the country, but as a historical legacy of the past.
Annual surveys show that more than 60% of Spaniards have a negative attitude towards bullfighting and consider it a senseless cruelty. But less than 40% decide to speak openly for the ban. In many parts of the country, bullfighting is prohibited, in particular, in Catalonia, it has not been held since 2011. And in areas where bullfighting is still allowed, Spaniards are "voting with their feet" - attendance has plummeted and governments have cut funding.
Great Britain
"Oatmeal, sir!" and five o'clock
A traditional English breakfast is not porridge at all. In fact, it includes scrambled eggs, sausages, beans, mushrooms, tomatoes, and for those who have endured, salted butter toast. The oatmeal myth dates back to the 20th century, when Scottish oatmeal was exported in attractive packaging.
As for tea, the notorious five o'clock has long been abandoned. It can be covered for tourists in a cafe or become part of a high-profile reception. In ordinary life, the British have not stopped loving tea, but they love coffee no less. And if tea is more of a homemade drink, then an Englishman would rather order coffee in a cafe.
Japan
The most popular dish is sushi
The fact that the Japanese practically do not eat sushi in the form of rolls familiar to us, the rest of the world has already learned. A lump of rice with fish is a traditional type of sushi for the Japanese, and the California roll beloved by many, if found throughout the vast country, is only in establishments for tourists. Although it was invented by a Japanese. In 1973, Ichiro Mashita, the chef at the Tokyo Kaikan restaurant in Los Angeles, decided to popularize sushi in America, and he succeeded!
But the fact that sushi is generally a rare guest on the table of the average Japanese is hard to accept. The most popular dish in Japan is ramen noodles. Most Japanese would prefer to eat this soup even for breakfast. After all, the morning should start with a hearty meal!
Netherlands
All the Dutch love intoxicating substances
The Dutch think exactly the opposite, especially in Amsterdam - all tourists come here for weed and affordable pleasures. But only about 5.4% of the country's residents regularly intoxicate themselves, which is below the European average of 6.8%. And many Dutch people generally consider it below their dignity to smoke weed. The Dutch are fanatically concerned about their health, and the presence of bicycles and jogging help keep themselves in shape.
Do not believe in the myth of "permissiveness" - for the possession and distribution of drugs here they carry the same serious punishment as in other countries. The authorities clearly separated the concepts of "hard" and "soft" drugs. Light drugs are sold in specialized outlets, but sales are strictly limited. The unlicensed sale of marijuana and hashish or the possession of large amounts of drugs are also punishable by law.
Sweden
Carlson - the most famous fairy tale character
Carlson is the most popular fairy tale character outside of Sweden, and many tourists come to the country hoping to find souvenirs with him at every turn. But it was not there. The Swedes do not like Carlson for his bad temper and believe that he sets a bad example for children. But in Sweden they love Pippi Longstocking - a cheerful and kind girl. All the characters of Astrid Lindgren can be seen at the Junibacken Museum.
In Runet, you can still find false information that tourists come across - that Carlson's house is located on the roof of the writer's former house. It is not there and never was, and the photo of the house was taken in one of the courtyards of St. Petersburg.
Perhaps literally about every country there are a couple of stereotypes, most of which rarely have anything in common with the truth. We decided to check if any of them are true, and we found them! Share what would you add to this list?
1. Italy: Italians are very emotional and gesticulate when talking
If you come to Italy, you will definitely notice that the locals often speak loudly, emotionally and actively gesticulate at the same time. Once the Apennine Peninsula was divided into many kingdoms and people spoke different dialects of Italian. To understand each other, they were simply forced to use gestures. And yes, they are indeed very emotional and temperamental, but not to the extreme.
This stereotype has already become almost a legend and causes a lot of jokes, especially from the Americans. Indeed, Canadian residents use the particle “eh” at the end of a sentence to make it interrogative-rhetorical, and just out of habit.
3. UK: The British are usually cool and polite. And it's hard to get rid of them in general.
Unlike other Europeans, the British really try to keep a straight face in almost any situation: they are very polite and even a little phlegmatic. In everyday communication, it is difficult to guess the real emotions of the inhabitants of Foggy Albion - they are simply not visible, because you need to keep yourself within the bounds of decency.
4 Japan: Never Say No Here
The people of Japan hate to say "no": every time they need to say no to someone, they begin to evade and choose a more polite expression. The origins of this behavior lie in "timmoku" - the Japanese art of silence: it is better to remain silent than to offend a person with a refusal.
5. USA: Americans often smile
The smile of Americans is a respect for one's neighbor brought up for decades, part of the established culture of behavior. From childhood, they explain to kids that if you give others a good mood, then it will definitely return to you. In addition, Americans love to give compliments, including to strangers - how can you do without at least a slight smile here?
6. Brazil: people here are in no hurry and are always late
As in some other southern countries, in Brazil it is customary not to rush anywhere and, as a result, to be late. Punctuality can easily be considered bad form, and if, for example, you were invited to visit by 19:00, you should not come before 20:00. Of course, service suffers because of such regularity, but, on the other hand, people here know how to enjoy life and are far from the eternal rush and fuss.
7. Argentina: almost every resident of the country loves football
Football for Argentines is a real passion and not just a game. The days when championships are held are even declared days off in the country! Any elementary school student understands this game no worse than a professional sports referee and, of course, is a fan of one of the local clubs. And what a unique atmosphere reigns at the stadium - perhaps you should come here at least for her sake and see everything with your own eyes.
Source 8France: The French are constantly staging strikes and demonstrations.
Although modern French people do not strike as often as previous generations, according to the French themselves, strikes happen regularly. This is due to the vigorous activity of trade unions, the crisis and high taxes. It is not always possible to achieve results, but every now and then others suffer: transport stops running, institutions are closed, events are canceled.
9. Australia: Christmas here is usually celebrated in the summer
This is not even a stereotype, but a fact that is hard to believe: when the whole world celebrates Christmas and New Year, Australia reigns ... summer! A typical Christmas party here is held on the beach along with a barbecue and at a temperature of 30°C. We would not refuse to celebrate a holiday there at least once - this will be remembered for a lifetime.
10. Russia: the most beautiful girls in the world live here
Of course, beautiful girls live everywhere, but it is in Russia that you can meet a huge number of people in whose veins the blood of different nations flows. As a result, girls are born with a unique, original beauty that is rarely found anywhere. Well, let's be honest: the author of this article is from Russia and simply cannot remain silent about what amazing women are here!
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Perhaps literally about every country there are a couple of stereotypes, most of which rarely have anything in common with the truth.
website I decided to check if any of them are true, and we found them! Share what would you add to this list?
1. Italy: Italians are very emotional and gesticulate when talking
If you come to Italy, you will definitely notice that the locals often speak loudly, emotionally and actively gesticulate at the same time. Once the Apennine Peninsula was divided into many kingdoms and people spoke different dialects of Italian. To understand each other, they were simply forced to use gestures. And yes, they are indeed very emotional and temperamental, but not to the extreme.
This stereotype has already become almost a legend and causes a lot of jokes, especially from the Americans. Indeed, Canadian residents use the particle “eh” at the end of a sentence to make it interrogative-rhetorical, and just out of habit.
3. UK: The British are usually cool and polite. And it's hard to get rid of them in general.
Unlike other Europeans, the British really try to keep a straight face in almost any situation: they are very polite and even a little phlegmatic. In everyday communication, it is difficult to guess the real emotions of the inhabitants of Foggy Albion - they are simply not visible, because you need to keep yourself within the bounds of decency.
The people of Japan hate to say "no": every time they need to say no to someone, they begin to evade and choose a more polite expression. The origins of this behavior lie in "timmoku" - the Japanese art of silence: it is better to remain silent than to offend a person with a refusal.
5. USA: Americans often smile
The smile of Americans is a respect for one's neighbor brought up for decades, part of the established culture of behavior. From childhood, they explain to kids that if you give others a good mood, then it will definitely return to you. In addition, Americans love to give compliments, including to strangers - how can you do without at least a slight smile here?
As in some other southern countries, in Brazil it is customary not to rush anywhere and, as a result, to be late. Punctuality can easily be considered bad form, and if, for example, you were invited to visit by 19:00, you should not come before 20:00. Of course, service suffers because of such regularity, but, on the other hand, people here know how to enjoy life and are far from the eternal rush and fuss.
7. Argentina: almost every resident of the country loves football
Football for Argentines is a real passion and not just a game. The days when championships are held are even declared days off in the country! Any elementary school student understands this game no worse than a professional sports referee and, of course, is a fan of one of the local clubs. And what a unique atmosphere reigns at the stadium - perhaps you should come here at least for her sake and see everything with your own eyes.
Source 8France: The French are constantly staging strikes and demonstrations.
Although modern French people do not strike as often as previous generations, according to the French themselves, strikes happen regularly. This is due to the vigorous activity of trade unions, the crisis and high taxes. It is not always possible to achieve results, but every now and then others suffer: transport stops running, institutions are closed, events are canceled.
Writes an American under the nickname SnarkyNomad: Almost always, when I tell people that I was in Russia, they ask me why I went there at all. What they imagine about Russia is the grandmothers in the line for bread in fur hats, covered with snow. It is clear that grandmothers, fur hats and snow have not gone away, but, because. trips or just trips to Russia are not yet widespread, then the minds of foreigners are simply crammed with stereotypes about Russians of the 50s of the last century, or even the year before. Much has changed in the past 60 years.
On the other hand... These stereotypes are not unfounded, and sometimes turn out to be true. And by the way, after my stay in Russia, I realized that some stereotypes are incredibly true. This country is, of course, more than ingrained stereotypes, but if you still want to know if Russians love vodka, or is it true that entire cities are covered with snow in winter, well ... let's find out!
1. They love vodka.
And so, all Russians are alcoholics, and they are 2 steps away from alcohol poisoning, right?
Not really. Yes, vodka is still the queen of the holiday table, but back in the early 2000s, beer produced a boom in retail due to the low price and choice of strength. Beer was not even considered as an alcoholic drink until recently, and was considered a light refreshing drink. Cola type. Although, I think this even reinforces this stereotype to some extent, in the sense that Russians do not even consider beer an alcoholic drink, it is so weak for them.
The point is that things change. Yes, Russians love their national drink, but they also love beer and wine, and the bars and clubs are packed with popular Western brands.
They drink a lot. I mean really a lot. In whatever Russian family I was invited to dinner, they always took vodka out of the refrigerator and drank it. They drank as if it were their last night on Earth. Do you have any idea what 9 glasses are for half an hour of dinner? I am yes.
Moreover, mother and daughter drank champagne. In the same quantities.
Plus, although Russians are not the biggest alcoholics on the planet, they are close to it. Alcoholism has been declared a national problem, and when you assume that the majority of drinkers are men (whose lives are significantly shorter as a result), you realize that the lower percentage of women who drink is a kind of compensation. Therefore, such a picture as a drunken uncle with a deafening burp at a wedding is becoming more and more true.
2. They have stone evil faces.
I will indeed be happy to say that this is the most misinterpretation of the fact. Unfortunately, most visitors (tourists) see Russians in such places as: ticket offices, hotels, bureaucratic offices, passport control - which is natural, we reinforce the prevailing opinion that Russians do not look polite and friendly.
But as soon as you have a net at a common table with them, they will feed you until your stomach bursts and pour vodka until your liver shatters. What's the point?
This can be compared to a glass barrier. While they are behind him, they will not see any interest in meeting your needs, as soon as the barrier disappears, they will tell you all the ins and outs over a glass of tea in the kitchen.
Well, in order for you to really be able to say “I learned something new today”, you need to point out, perhaps, the most important thing: Russians do not smile to seem friendly. They only smile when they actually see/hear something funny and see a real friend in front of them. And you understand that it is normal to live with a stone face, because. they are great at getting things done without having to smile all over the place. Sometimes, in the US, I envied this feature of Russian society.
3. Bureaucratic nightmare.
I will be the first to say this is 100% true. Any attempt to deal with bureaucracy or some sort of red tape is a heartbreaking procedure that will test your faith in humanity at the highest level. Trying to get out of this situation as an optimist is the same as staying sober at dinner with Russians.
Everything from visas to train tickets and permits will take you 43% longer than you expect, 28% less successful, and 34% more expensive. In general, be prepared. And then get ready for something else. Get a stash to wash down all the sorrows and disappointments later.
One exception is trains. The more "modern" European railway system, compared to Russian Railways, looks like a wagon ride on a muddy road in a rickety sidecar.
A friend of mine knows how to solve these hassles and red tape with fees. "Speed tax" (bribe) - works very effectively. But if you do not plan to give a bribe, then endure all these "pleasures".
By the way, speaking of bribes…
4. All police officers are bribe takers.
This is partly true.
The police, the authorities and all of them have a terrible reputation in Russia, hinder development and encourage cruelty. And this is true in a sense. The first day in Russia was remembered as a terrible passport check, or “give a bribe”, which, by the way, is common throughout the post-Soviet space. This is very annoying! But, I'm lucky. I am very polite and smart that all attempts to extort money from me have failed. I got caught only in Moldova.
6. It's really terribly cold there.
Something like that. If anything, then the Earth has its own axis, guys. Without going into details, I will say that the oceans maintain a moderate temperature, while all the temperature diversity is present on the continents.
So, if we are talking about Russia, then in places so far from the ocean, for example, Southern Siberia, ocean heat simply does not reach (well, maybe some meager percentage). Although the weather there can be very pleasant, and sometimes hot.
However, it is very cold there. Colder, probably, only Antarctica. The record for the lowest temperature in a populated area is shared between Oymyakon and Verkhoyansk - -67.7˚ C.
7. They love bears.
And who doesn't love?
It's stupid, but Russia has long been associated with bears. So I thought it would be helpful to tell you why.
Everything is very simple. A lot of bears live in their forests. They are large and strong and are a symbol of intimidation and ferocity. For a while, the bear was an element of the coat of arms, but, in the end, they replaced it with a double-headed eagle, apparently preferring anatomical accuracy.
Western countries made fun of Russia, associating it with a clumsy beast. Probably, these people simply did not have the opportunity to try to run away from the bear.
And yes, you can take a picture with a bear cub in almost every city. This is already more kitsch and tradition, so I can't imagine modern Russians who would say what kind of "bear fans" they are.
8. They love nesting dolls.
Yes, they are indeed widespread among souvenir shops in Moscow and St. Petersburg. In this sense, they are already becoming more of a tourist commodity than just traditional toys. But, given that after all, the majority of tourists are Russians themselves, then matryoshka dolls are not just toys that are stuffed into foreigners.
One of the popular styles for matryoshka dolls was images of Soviet leaders, which is a bit strange. Times passed, new leaders came, which means a new figure was added. This series has become the largest. Stalin became smaller and prettier with each new leader.
9. They love their writers.
Yes it is. Russians are VERY proud of their writers. Poets, composers and other talented people. And this is understandable. Tolstoy and Dostoevsky are considered the best writers all over the world. And not only them.
They put chic monuments on the graves; plaques of honor are hung on former houses; and Russians can even quote something from books.
But as far as modern cultural achievements are concerned... If you have ever heard Russian pop music in the last 2 decades, I am 100% sure you would immediately turn it off. Russia, turn to the classics. You did well.
10. They still love the USSR.
Mm... In a sense, yes. For many Russians, the era of the USSR is a time when great scientific discoveries were made, there was economic growth, etc. They even created their own version of Winnie the Pooh! By the way, many critics consider it the best in the world.
And all this happened after the Second World War, the most destructive war in all of human history. It's like rising from the ashes.
When the USSR collapsed, Russia's GDP halved, lawlessness and depression reigned in the country; it has lost half of its territory, millions of Russians are stuck on the other side of the borders of several newly independent countries; part of the nuclear weapons allegedly went missing, and the oligarchs seized the most profitable industries. And this is just a brief overview of all that has gone. Soviet history as a symbol of the rise and fall of the Russian people.
However, for non-Russian citizens, the story is not so rosy. Of course, it was obvious that the Baltic countries were suffocating from repressions and the Soviet regime. As soon as they joined the EU, their economy began to develop rapidly, although they faced some problems as former republics of the Soviet Union. And I'm not talking about the Gulag.
It is easy to see why the opinions are diametrically opposed to each other. The Soviet Union, of course, was not a paradise, especially for foreigners. But, I think one can understand why the USSR, despite the horrors of Stalinism and the ubiquitous labor camps, still evokes fond memories and feelings. I am not saying that I agree with such a policy, but I am saying that this is understandable, and I think that all these atrocities should be really ignored, that those times should be proud of.
This post was meant more as an educational post, I hope that this information not only reinforced Russian stereotypes, but, of course, gave perspective. There is much more behind these stories than just stereotypes. I certainly had a great time in Russia and people were very interested in what I thought about Russia and what it was like to live in another country. Life is life, wherever you are. I mean, who doesn't like to pop a glass during dinner? Idiots only. It seems that I have been infected by this tradition from the Russians...
None of us is immune to stereotypes. It is only natural to wonder, living in the same room with the British, and whether he has rotten teeth. Or are Canadians really as nice as they make it out to be. But not all existing stereotypes are based on truth. In fact, many of them are far from reality.10. Cocaine and violence thrive in Colombia
Stereotype:
Due to the ongoing civil war and the rumors that Colombia produces coke that can supply all of Hollywood, this country has a rather bad reputation. In pop culture and in the minds of many people, this country is associated exclusively with drugs and violence.
Reality:
Do you know which country produces the most cocaine? Peru. Thanks to an intensified and multibillion-dollar fight against the drug trade, Colombia lost its lead in the production of coke back in 2013. And in terms of its use, it is inferior to Argentina, Chile, Spain, and even the USA and Canada.
In terms of violence, a terrible war actually ravaged the country for more than 50 years. But it is also true that peace talks are currently underway and an end to the conflict is possible as early as this year. At the same time, according to statistics, the number of murders has dropped sharply to the lowest levels in decades, and foreign investors are rushing to invest in local businesses. So Colombia from the lawless land of Escobar (Colombian drug lord and terrorist) is turning into a prosperous state in South America.
9. There are a lot of racists in Australia
Stereotype:
It is believed that racism is widespread in Australia, to the point that comedians can perform concerts on this topic and achieve popularity by building their numbers solely on racism. Even New Zealanders complain that they face discrimination even though they have the largest diaspora of New Zealanders.
Reality:
In 2013, Western Sydney University conducted a study examining racist attitudes in Australia. It showed that 87% of the population believes that the country benefits from cultural and racial diversity. By comparison, polls in 2014 showed that a third of Brits admit to being racially intolerant.
Of course, this can be explained by the fact that people simply hide their prejudices. But according to the World Values Survey (2013), Australia is one of the most tolerant countries on Earth. And this was even before the spread of campaigns like #I'llridewithyou (literally - "I will ride with you"), calling for support for representatives of the Muslim faith, which appeared in response to an extremist attack in the center of Sydney.
8. The French are food snobs (and hate Americans)
Stereotype:
In the birthplace of cheese and capitulation, France produces more food-obsessed snobs than any other country in the world. And they hate Americans for renaming french fries "freedom fries".
Reality:
According to the Pew Research Center report, only 9 countries treat the US better than France, and most of them can be called "fans" of America, such as Israel and South Korea. Three-quarters of the French have sympathy for the United States. This is more than in Japan (66%), the UK (66%), or Germany (51%).
And while France continues to be famous for its cuisine and perhaps the best restaurants in the world, times are changing. Since 2012, fast food outlets in France have received significantly more revenue than all other restaurant types combined.
7. Greece and Germany: Greeks are lazy and Germans are industrious
Stereotype:
It's the perfect plot for a sitcom. On the one hand, irresponsible, wasteful Greece manages to celebrate even on the verge of bankruptcy. On the other hand, a stern, efficient Germany, working without rest to pay the neighbor's bills. But the funniest thing is yet to come.
Reality:
In 2012, the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) published a report describing how many working hours were in each of the participating countries. Although South Korea ranked first, European countries led by Greece have an average of 2017 hours worked per person per year. But Germany, on the contrary, was at the very bottom: German workers on average work 1,408 hours a year.
However, that doesn't mean the Germans don't deserve those extra days off. According to the report, they occupy one of the leading places in terms of productivity, while Greece was among the last in this indicator. But if we talk about laziness, we can say that, on average, Greeks go on vacation less often, take sick leave due to disability or pregnancy than Germans, and work longer hours.
If humanity manages to figure out how to combine the DNA of these two peoples, it will create the most indefatigable working army.
6. All Dutch people are stoners
Stereotype:
It is well known that it is legal to grow cannabis in the Netherlands. So it's no surprise that most people around the world believe that every Dutchman spends 90% of his time lighting up joints.
Reality:
In fact, they don't. Of the handful of European countries that allow the possession of marijuana, the Netherlands ranks last in its use. And compared to other European countries, there are practically no dependent people here. France, Italy, Spain and the Czech Republic smoke much more, even Canadians, Australians and Americans surpass the Dutch in this indicator.
This trend is observed in all age groups. Although they live in a country where they legally become adults three years before their American "colleagues" are allowed to drink, Dutch teenagers are much less likely to indulge in weed. In turn, the Al-Jazeera channel reported that most of the visitors to the Amsterdam cafe where drugs are sold are tourists. And only a small part are local residents, and their number is decreasing every year. You might think that the Dutch themselves do not even realize that the rest of the world considers them stoners.
5. Venezuelans are too into plastic surgery.
Stereotype:
Breast reshaping, nose reshaping, butt reshaping... Venezuela is so obsessed with plastic surgery that the country is practically addicted to liposuction. Clothing store owners even enlarge the breasts of their mannequins.
Reality:
Although the Venezuelans are actually not indifferent to the change of appearance by surgery, however, no more than other nationalities. In fact, most studies show that they are quite reserved in this regard. The International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons in 2013 found out how many plastic surgeries were performed in different countries. Venezuela took a modest 15th place, behind South Korea, the US, Canada and Germany. In Latin America alone, Colombians, Mexicans and Brazilians are much more willing to go under the knife, inject Botox and increase their breasts.
The US spends $2 billion a year on plastic surgery, while one in five South Koreans has had one or another operation. Compared to these numbers, Venezuela's infatuation seems like just a harmless hobby.
4. The Irish are all drunks
Stereotype:
Everyone knows that the Irish are not averse to knocking over a glass or even three. St. Patrick's Day is a time of mass revelry and the dominance of alcohol vapors. Probably, if there were no Russia, Ireland would be considered the most drinking country in Europe.
Reality:
We will not argue that the average Irish categorically does not accept alcohol. But the Irish consume as much booze per capita as, say, the average Luxembourger. In 2014, the Wall Street Journal estimated the amount of alcohol consumed in different countries. With 11.9 liters per capita per year, Ireland didn't even make it into the Top 20.
Australia, France, South Korea, Portugal rank higher, while Germany and the UK are just a couple of points lower. And Belarus, Russia, Moldova and Lithuania, meanwhile, outdrank everyone else, proving that some stereotypes are sometimes true.
3. Spaniards love bullfighting
Stereotype:
If you fucking love blood sports, move to Spain. The country of the Iberian Peninsula is known for several sports where animals are mutilated. First of all, she is famous for her love of bullfighting.
Reality:
Did we say "love for bullfighting"? In fact, it is hate. Numerous polls show that most residents do not like bullfights, considering them cruel and shameful.
A poll by El Pais newspaper in 2010 showed that 60% of Spaniards are categorically against this sport, only 37% are positive about it. Although according to the same survey, most of them are still against the abolition of such entertainment. Other studies show that more than three-quarters of the population oppose the use of public funds to support bullfighting. And many of them "vote with their feet." Bullfighting attendance has plummeted over the past few years, and local governments have cut funding.
2. The British have terrible teeth.
Stereotype:
In pop culture, the British smile is like a horror movie. It is impossible to look at her without shouting, and yet it is impossible to look away, even if she is disgusting.
Reality:
You know who really deserves those rotten teeth jokes? Poland. An OECD study on the number of destroyed, fallen out and filled teeth in children of different nationalities revealed that the most deplorable situation is among Polish children.
Where is England then? In second place? Nope. The same report concluded that British people have better teeth than anyone else, including Americans.
According to the OECD, oral hygiene in Britain receives a lot of attention. Only the Germans approached them because of the state of their teeth. But South Korea, Japan and Spain are far behind. True, the report clarifies that "healthy" does not mean "straight" or "white", it refers specifically to dental health.
The classic depiction of British teeth is the fragments of rotten molars protruding from a beer-colored jaw. In reality, they can grind teeth that are healthier than most of the world's population.
1. Africa is the epicenter of the Ebola virus
Stereotype:
Since the Ebola outbreak was first identified in Africa, we have avoided this continent like the plague. In Western society, faced with the prospect of infection, hundreds of people have canceled their vacations on this continent and removed from school children whose classmates had visited this continent.
Reality:
Africa is more than just a region. This is the titan of world geography. Even if you put together the US, China, India and most of Europe, there will still be room for countries like Japan. Saying that Africa is engulfed in Ebola is like saying that all of Europe is in civil war just because of the conflict in Ukraine, or that protests in Venezuela sparked riots in Florida.
Although these examples are even somewhat understated. Outbreaks in West Africa (Sierra Leone, Guinea and Liberia) are geographically closer to London than to South Africa or Botswana. Schoolchildren whose classmates were taken out of school by their parents because of the raging epidemic traveled to Zambia. It is located 5000 km from the affected countries. The same distance from New York to the Galapagos Islands. In fact, most of the 55 African countries are free from Ebola and are unlikely to ever become infected.
The material was prepared by Lidia Svezhentseva - based on an article from listverse.com
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