USA Common Sense

Just like we in Norway have created stereotypes of Norwegians, or even Europeans (the French are snobbish, the Italians flirty, the Scottish cheap etc), the Americans have stereotypes connected to the different States. Here you see a map with the American stereotypes. Which state do you think "fake boobs and oranges" is? If I hadn't seen it on the map I would be torn between two. Quite fun! Can you explain more? How do you think these came about? Which state is called Scandinavia for example, and why?

via this link.

Have a nice trip! (And the cutest song)

Today you are all leaving for the camp! I met some of you today and you seemed excited. As soon as I finish my exam I will join you, but until then: have LOVELY time. Trips like the one you are about to go on today, creates lasting memories. Make sure they are good ones for everybody.

I will still share something with you today, since there are more people following this blog than the students in 9cd! The song I share is the cutest I know. My oldest son was obsessed with it when he was a toddler. Hope you love it as much as I do.

See you Thursday!

New Zealand fun!

These boys call themselves Flight of the Conchords, and they are (in my opinion) incredibly funny. They come from New Zealand, you will probably notice by their accent. Listen to this song, it is hilarious! (It may be a bit difficult to follow at times, so you can read the lyrics here.) They had their own sit-com which aired on NRK2. Did anyone watch it? So funny! 

Do you notice anything particular about their accent compared to British and American English?