Question

Напишите на английском!Какое общественное поведение в России может показаться странным британскому человеку. Приведите примеры.

Answer 1

There are a few behaviour patterns that the British often find strange. The first  one is that Russians can seem very rude. Rudeness in public situations is common. You may encounter it at supermarkets and markets, in public transport.

The second "strange" thing is that Russians rarely smile in public. Smiling at strangers is a rarity in Russia. Perhaps it can be explained by Russia's history when people couldn't trust anybody. There is also a popular belief that people who smile for no reason are simpletons.

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Есть несколько особенностей поведения, которые британцы часто находят странными. Во-первых, русские могут казаться очень грубыми. Грубость в обществе встречается часто. Вы можете столкнуться с этим явлением в магазинах и на рынках, в общественном транспорте.

Вторая «странная» вещь - русские редко улыбаются на публике. Улыбаться незнакомцам - редкость в России. Возможно, это объясняется историей, когда люди никому не могли доверять. Существует также распространенное мнение, что люди, которые улыбаются без причины, — наивные дурачки.

Answer 2

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Answer in detail. Write in English! What social behavior in Russia may seem strange to a British person. Give examples.

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Some social behaviors in Russia that may seem strange to a British person are:

- Not smiling without a reason. A famous Russian proverb states that 'a smile without reason is a sign of idiocy' and a so-called 'smile of respect' is seen as insincere and often regarded with suspicion in Russia. In contrast, in Britain, smiling is a reflexive gesture of goodwill and a way to show friendliness and politeness. - Not shaking hands before entering a building. In Russia, it is considered bad luck to shake hands over a threshold, as it may invite evil spirits into the house. Therefore, Russians prefer to wait until they are inside before greeting someone with a handshake. In Britain, however, shaking hands is a common way to greet someone, regardless of where they are. - Participating in bizarre activities. Some of the things that only exist in Russia are so weird that they may shock or confuse a British person. For example, there is a swim race with adult inflatable dolls, a museum that teaches the importance of washing up, and a festival that celebrates the end of winter by burning straw effigies. These activities may seem absurd or nonsensical to a British person, who may not understand the cultural or historical context behind them.