If you go to Germany, you will notice many differences from the United States, but also many similarities. In my everyday life I probably have to deal with much the same problems and enjoy the same things as any American of my age. So, we are not that different at all. Things simply tend to be a bit older over here in Germany – that counts for buildings and towns but also for traditions.
Actually, many things in America came from Germany: “Kindergarten” is
a German invention, as are some of the best-known fairy tales, such
as Rumpelstiltskin, Hansel and Gretel and Snow White. Can you imagine
Christmas without a Christmas tree or Easter without the Easter Bunny?
These customs came from Germany, too. However, probably the most famous
invention from Germany is beer. The first brewers were medieval monks
who created its recipe in their cloisters. Now it is drunk all over
the world. Gummy bears (Gummibärchen) are also from Germany. Last
but not least, many Americans have their roots in my country: nearly
one-quarter of the people in the U.S. have German ancestors.
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