One of my favorite things that has happened to me this year was being able to meet my friend Eloise, who is from across the pond over in England. Since I can’t travel to certain places right now with COVID regulations, it was exciting to be able to meet someone from another country. Eloise is in a 2-year program for Equine Management at her college and we met through mutual friends. I wanted to get some insight into what it’s like over in England and things that we Americans do that just don’t make sense.
Q: What does Britain want to be called? Britain, Great Britain, England, the United Kingdom, or the UK.?
A: It really depends on context! England is the country, the UK is all of the countries like England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, and Britain is a more “native word”
Q: What is one thing you wish non-English people knew about England?
A: That not all of England is the same! Much like accents from different states over there, different counties have different accents.
Q: What is one thing you don’t understand about American culture?
A: Probably your school system as a whole, the names you give the year groups are very confusing haha.
Q: What is your favorite authentic food?
A: I absolutely adore having fish and chips but a good cottage pie will always be a firm favourite.
Q: Where is one place you would want people to visit if they came to see you?
A: Good question, there are soooo many beautiful places here. Close to home the Norfolk coastline is stunning and walking along the folklore coast of black shuck is an amazing experience!
Q: What is one thing Americans do that you find hilarious?
A: When you guys come over here, watching you try to understand driving on the left is hilarious!
Q: What is one thing Americans do that makes you angry?
A: A general thing would be assuming we are all posh. 90% of us a very far from it-
Q: What is one word you know Americans would have trouble saying?
A: Worcestershire, of course. And any Welsh place name. I’ve heard you say them and it’s funny to watch.
Q: Do you ever want to travel to America?
A: Yes! I plan on it a bit later this year
Q: Why do you drink tea so much?
A: Because it’s nice- there’s nothing better than hot tea on a rainy day.
Q: Do you know why you call them jumpers instead of sweaters?
A: A sweater is still a thing- just two very different styles
