USA_Customs_and_Traditions

=Customs and Traditions=


 * American Greeting** - Americans often greet each other, even if they are total strangers with the customary Hello, Good Morning, or Good Evening. This practice is more prominent in small towns than in large cities.


 * Social Events** - When attending a dinner party or evening gathering it is customary to bring a small gift for the host. This ranges from flowers, a small plant, chocolates, or other small food item. It is customary to be on time to an hour "late" for social events. However, you should make sure you arrive before the guest of honor if the gathering is in celebration.

**Many Traditions of American's Come with the Celebration of Holiday's**
**The 4th of July -** This is the day that American celebrates its independence and is typically celebrated by having a picnic/barbeque and watching fireworks.


 * Marting Luther King Day** - This is the day that memorializes the legacy of Dr. King. It is celebrated by closing schools and government run offices.


 * Halloween** - This is a day for children to dress up in costumes and go door to door Trick or Treating (asking for candy). It is a day that has its emphasis on the frightening.


 * Thanksgiving** - This is a day that American's give thanks for the past year's blessings. Many American's celebrate by gathering with family, eating turkey, and watching the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.

There are other holiday's that American's celebrate. Many have a religious base and only those that practice the religion are involved in the celebration.