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1、Cultural symbols-,virtually any object can be a cultural symbol. An object, such as a building for example, may be a widely recognized symbol of a particular country, culture or community since it represents the values, norms or ideals of those people.,A symbol widely or generally accepted as meanin
2、g something specific within an entire culture or social group. Examples of cultural symbols in Western culture include the cross as a symbol of Christianity, the American flag as a symbol of Americas colonial history of thirteen colonies growing into fifty states. Examples of cultural symbols in oth
3、er cultures the Yin-Yang sphere as an oriental symbol of oppositional forces in balance, the white crane as a symbol of longevity in Mandarin China, and so forth.,Chinese Musical Instruments,After-class Tasks,Chinese symbols,Kongfu,After-class Tasks,Confucius,After-class Tasks,Dragon,After-class Tas
4、ks,Pottery,After-class Tasks,Qi-pao,After-class Tasks,Chinese Silk,After-class Tasks,Chinese Medicine,After-class Tasks,The Terracotta Warriors,After-class Tasks,Calligraphy,After-class Tasks,The Imperial Palace,After-class Tasks,McDonalds,McDonalds Corporation -the worlds largest chain of hamburger
5、 fast food restaurants, serving around 64 million customers daily in 119,With the expansion of McDonalds into many international markets, the company has become a symbol of globalization and the spread of the American way of life. Its prominence has also made it a frequent topic of public debates ab
6、out obesity, corporate ethics and consumer responsibility.,Coca-Cola,Coca-Cola- a carbonated soft drink sold in stores, restaurants, and vending machines in more than 200 countries. It is produced by The Coca-Cola Company of Atlanta, Georgia, and is often referred to simply as Coke,The Coca-Cola dri
7、nk has a high degree of identification with the United States. Being considered by some an American Brand or as an item representing America, it has become a symbol of America,Superman,Today, Superman is commonly seen as a brave and kind-hearted hero with a strong sense of justice, morality and righteousness.,American Gothic,The Compass,Barbie Doll,The WhiteHouse,The Forbidden City,YuanmingYuan(ImperialGarden),Both Sides of Buffalo Nickel,Uncle Sam,AbrahamLincoln,Confucius,Good Bye,