... of years. Cultural transmission occurs in all countries whether it is passed on from parent to child or from the King to the prince. The ability to carry on a culture relies on the ability to carry on tradition. The norms of society seem a little different than those in the states. People seem more casual around each other. Upon greeting and saying good-bye to some one, they give ... a kiss on each cheek. I noticed the concept of personal space, which people did not take much notice of. People got real ... to support themselves. Some of them had restaurants, bars, and one even had an I...

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... of Austria and queen of Hungary and Bohemia, and Holy Roman emperor Francis I. Archduchess Marie grew up in the highly moral environment of her mother's court. Her education was left largely in the hands of a governess who was happy to spoil the pretty, high-spirited little girl. Marie spent more time playing than studying, although she enjoyed her music lessons and became an excellent ... harpist and dancer. Austria and France had been at war with each other many times. Having settled their differences, Marie's mother arranged for her marriage to the crown prince of France. Marie was o...

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