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The family unit is the most important thing in this society. It is generally very closed, private and closely—knit. It is still quite common for cousins to marry cousins. Each member of the extended family help the others and often finances is shared in order to start business or help those who are in difficulties. In this society males are seen as more important. Than female, older people are greatly respected for their wisdom and mother still dominates the household, the bond between mother and son is particularly strong. Marriage is very important in this society. The bride and bridegroom will have been either chosen or approved of by the parents of both. The bridegroom has to pay a bridal pryce for his bride and marrying into a good family was essential. The higher the status of the family the higher the bride price. When the couple is engaged they can date and meet but in a limited way. In some very traditional families. The bridegroom will not see his bride at all until after the wedding. At marriage the witnesses can be either two males or one male two females as according to the law in this society two females equals one male. At the wedding celebrations the bridegroom celebrate along the male members of his family and the bride celebrates with the female member. They are completely separate. The women dance, eats and enjoy themselves and the men (in traditional weddings) slaughter a sheep and have a feast. Etiquette is very important in this society. It is essential to be well-groomed and dress well. If you wish to communicate with someone, personal contact is preferable. Talking over general things for ten or fifteen minutes, health, family, etc before discussing the main points is the norm. When greeting each other, males shake hand and kiss. Males and females never kiss in public. There are some other social ‘rules’. First, do not point the bottom of your feet towards anyone. This means that you see that person as lower than yourself. Second it is considered impolite to wear your shoes when you enter someone’s house. Third, alcohol and drugs are illegal. Finally, people in this society does not use their left hand when eating, so never touched or give anything to them with your left hand. Patience is the key word for this culture and ‘face’. It is important not to create any embarrassing situation. ‘Be cool’, remain calm at all times –this i www.grammarly.com/office-addin s the essence.
  

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