Brazil

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Brazil

• Country and Culture

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Facts at a Glance
Brazil is the 5th largest country in the world
and has the 6th largest population. It covers
almost half of South America and its borders
touch 10 other countries. The only 2 countries
in South America that does not share a border is
Chili and Ecuador.
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Facts at a Glance

• Republica Federative do Brasil
• Government Federal Republic
• Population 182,000,000
• Capitol Brasilia
• President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (2003)
• Portuguese
• Ethnicity white (includes Portuguese, German,
  Italian, Spanish, Polish) 55, mixed white and
  African 38, African 6, other (includes
  Japanese, Arab, Amerindian) 1
• Religion 80 Roman Catholic
• Literacy Rate 84
• Per Capita Income US7400 annually
• Unemployment 6.4

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Did you know?

• 90 of the population
• live in
• 10 of the land mass.

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Early History

• Brazil is the only Latin American nation that
  derives its language and culture from Portugal.
• Pedro Alvares Cabral claimed the territory for
  Portugal in 1500.
• The early explorers brought back a wood that
  produced a red dye, pau- brasil, from which the
  land received its name.
• Portugal began colonization in 1532 and made the
  area a royal colony in 1549.

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Portugal

• During the Napoleonic Wars, King João VI of
  Portugal, fearing the advancing French armies,
  fled the country in 1808 and set up his court in
  Rio de Janeiro
• João was drawn home in 1820 by a revolution,
  leaving his son as regent.
• When Portugal tried to re-impose colonial rule,
  the prince declared Brazil's independence on
  Sept. 7, 1822.
• In 1831, Emperor Pedro I was removed and his 5
  year old son resumed control.
• Pedro II was a popular leader and remained in
  control until 1889 when he was overthrown by a
  military coup.

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Return to Civilian Rule

• Until 1945, Brazil was led under numerous
  dictatorships.
• Presidents were elected between 1945 and 1964
  when a military coup again overthrew the
  government.
• Brazil returned to Civilian Rule again in 1985
• Brazils economy had greatly suffered due to
  corruption and change.
• In 1995 Fernando Cardoso was elected. He started
  many positive economic and human rights
  movements.
• In Jan. 1999, the Asian economic crisis spread to
  Brazil. Rather than prop up the currency through
  financial markets, Brazil opted to let the
  currency float, which sent the real plummeting-at
  one time as much as 40.

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Current President

• In Jan. 2003, Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva became
  Brazil's first working-class president.
• Da Silva, a former trade union leader and factory
  worker who is widely known by the name Lula.
• Da Silva, who grew up in extreme poverty, has
  pledged to increase social services and improve
  the lot of the poor.
• The president's first major legislative success
  came in July when his plan to reform the
  country's debt-ridden pension system -which
  operates under an annual 20 billion-deficit was
  approved.
• Civil servants, however, have staged massive
  strikes opposing the reforms.
• October 31, 2010, when Dilma Rousseff was elected
  the first woman to lead Brazil in its history.

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Do you know?

• Do you know that Brazil has had 3 Capitol Cities?
• Do you know why it was moved to Brasilia?

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Economy

• The largest economy in South America
• The 9th largest in the world.
• Distribution is very narrow, One half of private
  lands are owned by 1 of the people.
• More than 1/3 of the population live in poverty.
• Monetary Unit Real 1 US Dollar 2.09 Real

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Industry

• Forestry
• Brazil has 1/3 of the worlds timber.
• Minerals and Ores
• Agriculture
• Worlds largest producer of coffee, oranges and
  bananas.
• Fishing

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Education

• Education is socialized.
• It consists of 8 years of compulsory education
  and 2 years of secondary.
• A large percentage of Brazilian students attend
  private schools.

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Health

• Brazil has a National Health Care system.
• Rural areas have extremely poor coverage.
• There are outstanding private pay institutions
  for those that can afford it.
• Yellow Fever and Malaria are found in some rural
  areas.

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Diet

• Staple foods include meat, bread, rice, beans,
  cheese, fruit and eggs.
• Breakfast includes strong coffee with milk, fruit
  and bread.
• The main meal of the day is at mid-day.
• Dinner is light.
• Feijoada is the national dish. This is made of
  black beans and dried meats.
• Most meals are served with rice and farofa
  (manioc flour).
• In Bahia, dende is a heavy oil used in cooking
  with a strong distinctive taste.
• Moqueca is a Bahian favorite made with meat,
  usually seafood, tomatoes, coconut milk, herbs,
  peppers, and dende.
• Caipurinha is the national drink. Be careful,
  it is strong!

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People
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General Attitudes

• Warm, Fun Loving, and Free Spirited.
• Proud of their Portuguese heritage.
• Dress is casual and bright to very stylish.
• When visiting, you should expect to stay for at
  least 2 hours. They will continue to invite you
  to stay as long as you will, however there is a
  time to go home!
• Not accepting refreshments could seem rude.
• If invited for dinner, one should take chocolate,
  wine, or a small gift.
• After dinner you will probably be offered
  cafezinho This is a very strong sweet coffee
  for sipping.
• Avoid politics in conversation or personal
  questions such as age or salary.

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Lifestyles

• Social Relationships are primary in communicating
  and doing business.
• Family ties are strong and family members depend
  upon one another.
• Families are traditionally large and include
  extended family.
• Unmarried children do not usually leave home.
• It is not uncommon for children to live with
  their parents until age 30.

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Brazilian Time?

• True or False Brazilians are very prompt and
  business in concluded quickly and efficiently.

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Cultural Clutter

• Business hours are usually 830 to 500 with a 2
  hour lunch. In short, businesses open when they
  are open!
• Gifts of black or purple are not wise choices as
  they represent colors of death.
• Macho attitudes are prevalent in Brazilian men.
• Racial bias against Blacks is not uncommon.
• Many septic systems do not operate as in the US.
  Most times you do not flush the paper!

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Recreation

• Futebol
• Futebol
• Fuetbol
• Beaches
• Dance and Music
• Barbeques (Churrasco)
• Celebrations
• Auto Racing
• TV - Night-time Soap Operas
• Sports such as boxing and other forms of fighting
  are becoming increasingly more popular.

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Greetings and Gestures

• When arriving in a group always address
  individuals. This may be as a handshake or by
  kissing cheeks.
• In some areas three kisses are the norm.
• Men usually shake hands with a pat on the back as
  well.
• Greet superiors, elders and authorities with
  Senhor or Senhora followed by the surname.
• When departing address all individuals. Often
  this is with a handshake.
• When meeting a Brazilian, dont introduce your
  self as from America, technically, so are they.
  You are from the Estados Unidos

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Greetings and Gestures

• The use of gestures is very common.
• To gesture to come, wave all fingers with the
  palm facing either up or down.
• Pulling one eyelid down dignifies disbelief or
  caution.
• The OK sign is NOT OK.
• The thumbs up sign is good.
• Brazilians tend to be very touchy and stand
  close.
• Eye contact is important and passing between a
  conversation is considered rude.
• Brazilian men tend to comment, stare or cat
  call when women pass by.

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Remember

• Just because a behavior is acceptable in Brazil
  or among your friends, it is not always
  acceptable to those around you. Please act in
  the highest social standard at all times!!!!!!

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Post Presentation Quiz

• How many Capitols has Brazil had?
• Why was the capitol moved to Brasilia? Hint...
• T or F Brazilians are very prompt and business
  in concluded quickly and efficiently.
• What would I typically eat for breakfast if I
  lived in Brazil?
• What is special about the current President.
• What is your name?