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INTERVIEWS

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Interview 1

Interviewer: Cosmin (aged 13, 7^th grade A) from School No. 191, Bucharest

Interviewee: Jonathan (aged 11) from Florida

      Interview 2      

Interviewer: Cosmin (aged 13, 7^th grade A) from School No. 191, Bucharest

Interviewee: Jennifer (aged 35) from Florida (Jonathan's mother)

Interview 1

Interviewer: Cosmin (aged 13, 7^th grade A) from School No. 191, Bucharest

Interviewee: Jonathan (aged 11) from Florida

Cosmin: How old are you Jonathan?

Jonathan: I am 11.

Cosmin: Where are you from?

Jonathan: I am from Florida.

Cosmin: How long have you been in Bucharest and why?

Jonathan: I have been living in Bucharest for 6 years. My dad is a missionary.

Cosmin: What's your opinion about Romania and its people?

Jonathan: Well, I think the Romanians are friendly and very hospitable. I like Romania very much. Actually, I do consider it my first home and the USA my second one.

Cosmin: What's your opinion about Bucharest?

Jonathan: Well, Bucharest has many charming areas with nice and old buildings which are worth visiting indeed.

Cosmin: What's your favourite place in Bucharest?

Jonathan: Well, I like Bucharest Mall in general and its Movie Theatre in particular.

Cosmin: How would you characterize Bucharest in a few words?

Jonathan: Friendly, nice and cheerful.

Cosmin: Thank you very much for you answers.

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Interview 2      

 Interviewer: Cosmin (aged 13, 7^th grade A) from School No. 191, Bucharest

Interviewee: Jennifer (aged 35) from Florida (Jonathan's mother)

Cosmin: Hello, Jennifer! Where are you from?

Jennifer: I am from Florida.

Cosmin: How long have you been in Bucharest and why?

Jennifer: I have been living in Bucharest for 6 years. I am a missionary.

Cosmin: What's your opinion about Romania and its people?

Jennifer: Well, I think the Romanians' most striking characteristic is their hospitality. But they are also friendly, chatty and cheerful.

Cosmin: What's your opinion about Bucharest?

Jennifer: Well, it is also chatty and friendly. It has a rich history and culture. It looks like New York to some extent. They both have many apartment buildings. I really like the green aspect of Bucharest.

Cosmin: What's your favourite place in Bucharest?

Jennifer: Well, I have two favourite places: the Romanian Athenaeum (which is the best concert hall) and the Parliament Palace

Cosmin: How would you characterize Romania in one word?

Jennifer: Contrast.

Cosmin: What about Bucharest?

Jennifer: Transition.

Cosmin: Thank you very much for your answers.

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 Poll : "Our Favourite Places in Bucharest"

Here are the results of a poll conducted by the students in the 6th grade C among children aged 11-14.

1. Bucharest Zoo 58.82%

2. Antipa Museum 17.64%

3. Botanical Gardens 11.76%

4. Cismigiu Gardens 5.88%

5. Tandarica Puppet Theatre 5.88%

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Project coordinator: Andreea Silter, The Department of English, School No.191, Bucharest, Romania

Last updated: 15/03/2005