Do Dominican RepublicBy Noel Forrest

Table of Contents Map Page 3 History Page 4 Form of Government Page 5 Religious Beliefs/Worship Page 6 Entertainment, Hobbies, and Sports Page7 Clothing Page 8 Regions and Unique Natural Resources Page 9 Values Page 10 Shelter Page 11 Food Eaten Page 12 Customs Page 13 Family Life Page 14 Glossary Page 15 Index Page 16 Bibliography Page17

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After three centuries of Spanish rule, with French and Haitian interludes, the country became independent in 1821 under the rule of a former colonial judge who maintained the system of slavery and limited rights for the mostly mulatto and black population. The ruler, Jose Nunez de Caceres, intended that the Dominican Republic be part of the nation of Gran Colombia but he was quickly removed by the Haitian government and "Dominican" slave revolts.The civil war of 1965, the country's last, was ended by U.S. led intervention, and was followed by the authoritarian rule of Joaquin Balagues, 1966–1978. Form of Government

The Christianization of the New World that began in the cradle of America, Dominican Republic, sowed the seeds of Catholicism that has paid off for ever and ever. In the twenty-first century, 64% of the Dominican population said that professes the Catholic religion. The Dominican constitution guarantees freedom of religion. All religions are tolerated, but the state religion is Roman Catholic, with 95% of the population being Roman Catholic. For most people religious practice is limited and formalistic. The people respect the advice of their local priest or bishop with regard to religious matters. Sounds like a cult to me! Religious beliefsPlaces of worship

Entertainment, hobbies, and sports Dominicans loves baseball, boxing, watersports and dancing. Doesn't everyone love baseball?

CLOTHING The weather is warm... be ready!! Sarong Swimwear

Regions Unique Natural Resources There are many different regions like Hispaniola, and Romania and different unique natural resources to like the Manatee and Eco-Park. Manatee

Values. The family forms the basis of stability.. The individual derives a social network and assistance in times of need from the extended family, which generally includes three generations.. When possible, the extended family lives together or within the same area.. Loyalty to the family comes before any other social relationship, even business.. Nepotism is considered a good thing, since it implies employing people one knows and trusts, which is of primary importance.. The oldest male in the extended family makes decisions affecting the balance of the family.

Shelter As you can see some of the homes are made of Cement, and some of them are made of of wood.

Kipes - Made of bulgar (cracked wheat), ground beef and fried. Can be purchased on the street and are very filling and flavorful. FOOD

Customs and Celebrations The Dominican ’ s biggest celebration every year is CARNAVAL! It is a huge party which it has been practicing for over 500 years. The Carnival in Santiago has been going on since The celebration occurs every weekend during the month of February, ending on the last Sunday of the month. They prepare by planning the costumes months in advance (it ’ s like our Mummers – only fun for everyone! Most Dominicans agree that the Carnaval is the best, rowdiest, and most fun in the whole country and that no other can beat it.

Family Life and their Routines

Glossary Catholicism The faith, system, and practice of the Catholic Church, especially the Roman Catholic Church. Economy The management of the resources of a community, country, especially with a view to its productivity. Income The money and savings gained within a certain time period Indigenous Originating in and characteristic of a particular region or country; a native Nepotism Favoritism shown on the basis of family relationship Values To consider with respect to worth, excellence, usefulness, or importance.

INDEX Bibliography- 17 Clothing- Page 8 Customs- Page 13 Entertainment, Hobbies, and Sports- Page7 Family Life- 14 Food Eaten- Page 12 Form of Government- Page 5 Glossary- Page 15 History- Page 4 Index- Page 16 Map- Page 3 Regions and Unique Natural Resources- Page 9 Religious Beliefs and of Worship- Page 6 Shelter- Page 11 Table of contents- Page 2 Values- Page10

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