...Learning Chopsticks In Guanlong Cao's essay titled “Chopsticks”, an excerpt from a longer memoir entitled The Attic: Memoirs of a Chinese Landlord's Son, Cao recounts a tale from his automotive school days in Shanghai China of students crafting their own chopsticks. Cao tells us about how the students made their chopsticks and the clandestine maneuvers required to obtain the raw materials. Some of the students went to great lengths to carve very elaborate chopsticks that were sometimes used to acquire a boyfriend or girlfriend. This is an enjoyable essay that not only illustrates a footnote in Chinese history between the 1950's and 1970's, but also brings some humor and a sense of irony to what many westerners may consider a dark time for a little understood country. Cao begins by telling us about his four years spent at an automotive manufacturing school in Shanghai, China. The conditions at the school were harsh. Meals were scarce. So scarce, in fact, that the administrators encouraged more sedate pass times such as chess and cards so that the students would not use up the precious few calories they gained from the food (Cao 109). All of the students wore pouches that contained their personal set of chopsticks. The clandestine manufacture of these personal utensils became the favored hobby among the students. The most treacherous stage in making one's own chopsticks was stealing the bamboo. The student dormitories were constructed of bamboo and the students would go on...
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...something like chopsticks were used for cooking (they’re perfect for reaching into pots full of hot water or oil) and were most likely made from twigs. While it’s difficult to nail down a firm date, it would seem it wasn’t until around 500-400 AD that they began being used as table utensils. One factor that contributed to this switch was a population boom across the country. Consequently, resources, particularly for cooking, became incredibly scarce. As a result, people began cutting their food into tiny pieces so it would cook faster. The bite sized morsels rendered table knives obsolete, as there was very little left to cut. However, they were now perfect for eating with chopsticks, which were also made from cheap materials and easily made. Thus, a trend was born. The table knife’s decline in popularity in these regions at this time can also be attributed to the teachings of Confucius, who was a vegetarian. He believed that knives weren’t appropriate to eat with. As Confucius supposedly said, The honourable and upright man keeps well away from both the slaughterhouse and the kitchen. And he allows no knives on his table. It was due to this that it’s believed that Chinese chopsticks are traditionally blunt at the tip and thus somewhat poor choices to try to spear food as you would with a fork. Within about a century of this, chopsticks had migrated to other Asian countries, such as Japan, Korea and Vietnam. One distinct difference between Japanese and Chinese chopsticks was that...
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...2012 ChoiceSticks Corn-E Solution for substituting disposal wooden chopsticks Florence Fok Xxxxxxxx 5/28/2012 ChoiceSticks Table of Contents EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ....................................................................................................................................... 1 BUSINESS IDEA ...................................................................................................................................................... 2 PROBLEM ............................................................................................................................................................. 2 SOLUTION.......................................................................................................................................................... 2 PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS ................................................................................................................... 2 MARKET POTENTIAL .......................................................................................................................................... 4 USERS .................................................................................................................................................................... 4 CUSTOMERS ...................................................................................................................................................... 4 SIZE OF THE MARKET ..............................................
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...Bamboo Chopsticks, Ping Pong ball, Parents Picture Seminar Content : * Success begin with a decision, desire to do and be confidence. * Success in young age is very possible because we can make our money with idea. * Experience , lack of time, comfort zone are not the resistor for young people to success. * Success is the expertise to complete small task with full heart. * Develop a balance success life. Success to manage spiritual, intellectual, emotional and physical. * There’s no secret to being rich, because rich itself is the ability to manage money and we can learn it. * Know yourself to know your Life. * Focus on your strength and invest on your strength. * Integrity is the essence of everything, keep a good success life with Integrity. * Do what you Love and Love what you Do. Games : 1. This game need 2 person. Use bamboo chopstick to play. So one person will hold 1 bamboo chopstick with 2 hands and the other will try to break the chopstick. This game really need fast and confidence, so 2 people must support each other. The one that hold must say “ yes you can” and the one that break must say “ yes I can” until you ready and break it. 2. The 2nd game still use chopsticks to play but this case we play in the groups. So, Mr. Krisna told us the rhythm and we have to do it according to what he say. The rhythm is like this the first is lift the chopsticks, second we have to cross it, third put the chopstick beside...
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...How To Use Chopsticks Will you eat a sandwich with a spoon or use a fork to have an ice cream? No? Why? Because every food, to taste better, must be consumed using the right vessels and cutlery! Same is the case with Chinese and Japanese foods which seem to taste better when eaten with chopsticks. The origin of chopsticks can be dated back to China, around 3000 to 5000 years ago. Widely used in Japan, China, Korea and Vietnam to eat all kinds of foods, most of the chopsticks are made of bamboo while some are also made of ivory, plastic, silver and jade. They are considered as extensions of the fingers and are considered much better than spoons and forks in their usage. Although the respective Asian communities use chopsticks as effortlessly and naturally as Europeans use forks, it doesn’t really come that easily for the rest of us. Despite the fact that most of the world thinks of them as impossible feats, chopsticks actually provides your hands with a physical affinity with the food — something that our quintessential spoons, forks and knives can never boast of. Having said that, we also acknowledge that eating with chopsticks could require some training and hence the next section that talks about how to use chopsticks. Eating With Chopsticks * Clasp one chopstick between your thumb and middle finger. The chopstick must be in such a position that it is placed at the base of your thumb and at the lower joint of the middle finger. While the bottom chopstick remains intact...
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...individual, for example, clothing habits, or habits of a social community within my. To the cultural traditions also include behaviors such as eating habits. Chinese table manners The first was said, many Chinese like to smoke and eat. And not just before or after, but certainly also in between. To a European it may seem strange if a Chinese man in his right hand and chopsticks in the left holding a smoking cigarette, it can be tasted. The Chinese philosophy of eating is to let it go well located Which are in accordance with the table manners and table manners in China also less restrictive than the European. Some rules should be observed! Never insert the chopsticks into the rice so that they remain standing. A rod is inserted only at a funeral in the rice, and is a symbol for the dead. To do this while eating more so than would be inappropriate, and (what is much worse) represent an evil cousins. The chopsticks should always be placed next to the plate, so that the handle side rests on the table, and the mouth side on one of the dish or the bone plate. Often there are also extra chopsticks for a small porcelain-bench, on the side of the mouth can be placed. Never blow your nose at the table to look at the "yield" and the used handkerchief again cram into his pants. You should blow his nose at all at the table nose. You go to China to clean nose to the toilet. Never get out his own cigarette, take a...
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...Min Chen Mrs. Brenda Craven English Composition 101C 9 December 2015 Chinese and Western Table Culture This paper mainly focuses on the differences of table manners of China and Western countries. In our modern society, the cross-culture communication between China and Western countries becomes a hot issue and the influences of Chinese and Western etiquette are increasingly profound, which causes the differences in table manners. In this paper, we attach more importance to the different table manners of China and Western countries, such as, the different ways people sit for a meal, different dining concepts and different table wares and so on. Meanwhile, it helps us understand the situation. In this way, we can know well the western countries’ cultural background, and can set up a harmonious relationship with the westerns. The table manners of China and Western provide a good example of two types cultures that are arrangement of seat, tableware, and the way to finish eating. Arrangement of seat in Chinese, Chinese people always choose round tables when entertaining friends. There are lots of rules in China about where to put the round table and which seat takes precedence on the same table. In China, people used to use the number of the tables to define the size of banquet. In small banquet that have two tables, the table on the left or farther to the portal is the top table. At bigger banquets that have three or more tables, the rules are much more complicated. The top...
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...CULTURAL ETIQUETTE Cultural etiquette and communication have become critical elements required for all business people. It is important to understand the uniqueness of cultures around the world and how to apply the skills of proper business etiquette and manners to become more successful. Language English is the universal business language. It is helpful if people master it. Knowing other languages would be an advantage. Non-verbal Communication Body language can make or break a deal. Building successful business relations across cultures is not only a matter of knowing what to say or when to arrive for a meeting. It involves an understanding on the different body languages and gestures among cultures. It is important to know basic differences in cultures to avoid embarrassment and awkwardness. Every day, we respond to thousands on nonverbal cues and behaviors including postures, facial expression, eye gaze, gestures, and tone of voice. From our handshakes to our hairstyles, nonverbal details reveal who we are and impact how we relate to other people. Understanding body language of the destination country and interpreting body language correctly will not only assist you to avoid unpleasant situation but will grant you respect from the locals. There are different forms of greeting acceptable in certain countries. • Handshake is a common form of greeting on various countries. A vital component you need to bring to any interpersonal encounter...
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...Creating Multiprocessor Nios II Systems Tutorial Creating Multiprocessor Nios II Systems Tutorial 101 Innovation Drive San Jose, CA 95134 www.altera.com TU-N2033005-2.0 Document last updated for Altera Complete Design Suite version: Document publication date: 11.0 June 2011 Subscribe © 2011 Altera Corporation. All rights reserved. ALTERA, ARRIA, CYCLONE, HARDCOPY, MAX, MEGACORE, NIOS, QUARTUS and STRATIX are Reg. U.S. Pat. & Tm. Off. and/or trademarks of Altera Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. All other trademarks and service marks are the property of their respective holders as described at www.altera.com/common/legal.html. Altera warrants performance of its semiconductor products to current specifications in accordance with Altera’s standard warranty, but reserves the right to make changes to any products and services at any time without notice. Altera assumes no responsibility or liability arising out of the application or use of any information, product, or service described herein except as expressly agreed to in writing by Altera. Altera customers are advised to obtain the latest version of device specifications before relying on any published information and before placing orders for products or services. Creating Multiprocessor Nios II Systems Tutorial June 2011 Altera Corporation Contents Chapter 1. Creating Multiprocessor Nios II Systems Introduction to Nios II Multiprocessor Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
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...Table manners are the rules of etiquette used while eating, which may also include the appropriate use of utensils. Different cultures observe different rules for table manners. Each family or group sets its own standards for how strictly these rules are to be enforced. And now my group will present to you table manners of Vietnam. Although we live in VN, something on the table I will present to you will make you surprise. Our presentation will divided into two parts: part 1 is about general table manners in Vietnam and part 2, Miss. Chau will present to you about the difference of manners among 3 parts of Vietnam. If you had any questions, please ask us after the presentation. Thank you. First of all, I will present to you general table manners in VN. This part is very long, so I will divided it into 2 parts: Part 1 I will present to you Vietnamese cuisine generally, part 2 I will show you some information about some manners you should learn when you eat in Vn, not the other country. Vietnamese cuisine includes the foods and beverages of Vietnam, and features a combination of five fundamental taste elements:n(Vietnamesegũ vị) in the overall meal. Each Vietnamese dish has a distinctive flavor which reflects one or more of these elements. Common ingredients includefish sauce, shrimp paste, soy sauce, rice, fresh herbs, and fruits and vegetables. Traditional Vietnamese cooking is greatly admired for its fresh ingredients, minimal use of oil, and reliance on herbs and vegetables...
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...The United States helped Japan draft its Constitution, which laid the foundation for a “new” Japan. Although Japan had many outside influences after World War II, Japanese culture shares few similarities to those in America today. Values are one's judgment of what is important in life to guide his or her behavior in society. Formality is the strict following of rules of behavior under customs and rules of convention in an area. It would be one of the differing values between the Japanese and Americans. The idea of formality in Japan is one that is held to a relatively high importance, while formality in America generally tends to be of lower importance. The Japanese base their actions and interactions based on certain formalities that must be upheld in order to treat others with respect. On the other hand, Americans don't have a certain set of formalities that their actions or interactions are based on. Examples include how a person acts at the dinner table or how a person interacts with others in their society. Different formalities cause people of different cultures to act in a certain way. As a result, if formalities of different cultures were to intermix, many people would be shocked or taken back by the behavior of the people in the other society. The Japanese have a strict set of rules instilled into the people since a young age that guides them through everyday actions. For example, during meals in Japan the Japanese follow certain speech and action patterns...
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...Making Friends in China SGT Robert, Wade H. SFC Franklin, Jeremy ALC 728-12 15 September 2012 Making Friends in China I. Public Life Displays of affection Greetings Dining In a person’s home In a restaurant Business Bargaining Saving Face Gifting Meanings Taboos SGT Robert, Wade H. SFC Franklin, Jeremy ALC 728-12 15 September 2012 Making Friends in China As with any culture to be successful in China socially, one needs to understand the manners and etiquettes that the culture follows. Many cultures have changed greatly over the centuries, but China’s remains very similar to its roots around the family and authoritarian. Unlike western cultures, much of the Chinese etiquette continues to be very rigid. Understanding and putting into practice the manners and etiquettes of Chinese culture will help a person to create new friendships, rather than enemies, and be accepted by more people within the country. These manners and etiquettes cover behavior in public, dining, conducting business, and even gift giving. In public Chinese people are very formal in their behaviors. Public displays of affection such as kissing, hugging, making eye contact, or hand holding are strongly discouraged; however, hand holding amongst friends of the same sex commonly occurs. Personal space is given very little concern within China, especially during national celebrations when most people go out, and the streets become very crowded from the largest cities to...
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...Similarities of Green Consumption in China and the U.S Green consumption has become a common practice among businesses around the world. The concept of green consumption is the manufacturing and selling of products that are environmentally friendly and sustainable for society and people. It also means recycling materials as well as being energy efficient. By practicing green consumption, companies are able to create products that can inflict less harm to the environment and to people. Green consumption alone cannot help improve the environment quickly. Green marketing helps to promote and reinforce the idea of sustainable products that green consumption is about. Everywhere around the world that practice green consumption has different ways of promoting it. In countries, such as United States and China, they share a common idea of what green consumption is, but practice and promote it differently. In China, their ultimate goal is to achieve sustainable consumption in choosing green products that are uncontaminated, good for public health and avoid pollution with the awareness of its people. China Origin The idea of green consumption was not immediately accepted in China. The United States started green consumption before China, so they have a better grasp and understanding on how to approach the problem on how to be environmentally sustainable. Over recent years, the concern of the environment rapidly has been increasing in China. The concept of green consumption has been...
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...Deadlock Detector and Solver Abstract Deadlock is one of the most serious and complex problems concerning the reliability of concurrent Java Programs. This paper presents Deadlock Detector and Solver which detects and resolves circular deadlocks of a java program. An agent written in C++ runs parallel to Java Program and monitors the Java Virtual Machine for deadlocks. If the deadlock is detected, the solver agent is used to resolve the deadlock . Introduction The onset of multicore processors forces the programmers to use multiple threads in order to take advantage of hardware parallelism. Java is one of the first languages to make multithreading available to developers. Along with advantages of concurrent systems and multithreading, there are some challenges involved. Java has inter-process communication model which means it has set of methods for exchange of data among multiple threads and processes. It is based on shared data structures and meshes well with hardware architectures in which multiple cores share memory. However Java is susceptible to deadlocks. Deadlock is a condition under which the entire program is halted as each thread in a set attempts to acquire a lock already held by another thread in a set. Java is susceptible to deadlocks because (a) threads exchanges information by sharing variables that they lock with mutex locks and (b) the locking mechanism interacts with other language features, such as aliasing. Consider a simple banking transaction example...
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...Weiqian Li Music 1801W Music, Society, and Culture 12/09/2014 “Little Apple” A Earworm Song in China In this summer, one viral song, “Little Apple,” written by the Chopstick Brothers, become more and more popular overnight in China. Currently, this song has received more than 900 million views, has over 83 million search results, and 280,000 related videos on Youku, which is the China’s largest online Youtube. Some people argue that it is Chinese “Gangnam Style” (Sun). One related video it shows that Chinese paramilitary soldiers are performing a dance of the song “Little Apple” during a show by the local government. On November 24, the South Korea girl pop group T-ara released a remake of the music video of “Little Apple,” and translated most of the words to Korean. On the same day, the Chopstick Brothers performed “Little Apple” at the American Music Awards, where they were awarded the “Best International Music.” “Little Apple” is but one example of a new style of Chinese pop music that has appeared in the last few years. Other examples include “The Most Dazzling Folk Style,” by Phoenix Legend (2012), “So Cool,” by Da Zhang Wei in 2014, CCTV Spring Festival Gala (which is the premier mainland Chinese television event of the Chinese new year), and “Chick Chick,” composed and sung by Rong Wang (2014). These pieces represent a new style of Chinese pop music: “earworm songs.” As Chinese pop music industry, the new trend the style of an earworm song became immensely popular...
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