Chile Essay
Chile
Introduction
The Republic of Chile, sometimes called the Switzerland of South America for its natural beauty, varying geography, unique customs and cultures, and a growing economy. Chile is a multiparty democracy divided into 15 numbered region with an elected president who serves a four year term when elected by the people’s popular vote. Chile’s geographical features consists of mountains to beaches with climates ranging from arid to subarctic. Family, greetings, language, art, recreation, and foods make up Chile’s unique culture. Chile has one of the strongest economies in South America but depends heavily on mining. American companies should do business in Chile because of Chile’s good trade relations with the U.S., Chile’s open …show more content…
Chile is bordered by Argentina, Bolivia, and Peru. The population of Chile is getting older and older because of Chile’s .8% growth rate, one of the lowest growth rates in South America. Most of Chile’s population lives in the middle third of Chile around Santiago, leaving only 10% of people living in rural areas.
Culture
Topic Sentence: The official language of Chile is Spanish much like many other South American countries, but what sets Chile apart is its unique culture.
Over ⅘ of all Chileans practice a Christian faith and over ½ of Chileans belong to the Roman Catholic Church, however, the population is becoming more secular especially the younger generations.
Importance is placed on greetings because guests must feel welcome and recognized, the most common of greetings being the abrazo which consists of a handshake and a hug.
Chileans typically eat their main meal at noon and a smaller meal from 8 pm to 10 pm and converse during mealtime.
The most popular sport in Chile is soccer and entire families will gather for large games and may even go into the streets and celebrate if an important match is
Introduction
The Republic of Chile, sometimes called the Switzerland of South America for its natural beauty, varying geography, unique customs and cultures, and a growing economy. Chile is a multiparty democracy divided into 15 numbered region with an elected president who serves a four year term when elected by the people’s popular vote. Chile’s geographical features consists of mountains to beaches with climates ranging from arid to subarctic. Family, greetings, language, art, recreation, and foods make up Chile’s unique culture. Chile has one of the strongest economies in South America but depends heavily on mining. American companies should do business in Chile because of Chile’s good trade relations with the U.S., Chile’s open …show more content…
Chile is bordered by Argentina, Bolivia, and Peru. The population of Chile is getting older and older because of Chile’s .8% growth rate, one of the lowest growth rates in South America. Most of Chile’s population lives in the middle third of Chile around Santiago, leaving only 10% of people living in rural areas.
Culture
Topic Sentence: The official language of Chile is Spanish much like many other South American countries, but what sets Chile apart is its unique culture.
Over ⅘ of all Chileans practice a Christian faith and over ½ of Chileans belong to the Roman Catholic Church, however, the population is becoming more secular especially the younger generations.
Importance is placed on greetings because guests must feel welcome and recognized, the most common of greetings being the abrazo which consists of a handshake and a hug.
Chileans typically eat their main meal at noon and a smaller meal from 8 pm to 10 pm and converse during mealtime.
The most popular sport in Chile is soccer and entire families will gather for large games and may even go into the streets and celebrate if an important match is