1. The Culture of India Chapter 21, Lesson 4 - Pg. 626 to 629

2. India and the Arts Mahabharata - an epic poem that tells a story of one or more heroes Ramayana - another famous epic poem Both have influenced painters, dancers, and writers in India Share the growth and story of Hinduism

3. Worldwide English: India

4. The Languages of India India recognizes 18 official languages In addition, 100’s of languages and dialects are spoken 3/4’s of India speaks Indo-Aryan languages 1/4 speaks Dravidian English - less than 5%

5. Religion in Daily Life 90% of the people are Hindus No rules dictating how Hinduism should be practiced 10% of Indians are Muslims Most Hindus are vegetarians The Caste System is less rigid today

6. The Blessing of the Cow

7. The Family in India Family is important to Indians 1. Extended Families 2. Boys more powerful… 3. Mothers who have boys.. 4. Modernization forcing change Dowry Food - based on geography

8. Question Time... Schmidt Ryan Shen Maroko