No two places on earth can be exactly alike, especially between the most hi-tech advanced country like the United States of America and a developing agricultural one, Myanmar (Burma). The reason is every single country has its unique qualities and identities. The United States is very diverse and gigantic, while Myanmar has only eight nationalities and a small land. Perhaps the freeways in the States have full of cars and public transportation, but one will see pony-carts on the roads in some province of Myanmar. Since I was born and grew up Myanmar, I have inherited its cultural identities a lot. Now that I am living in America, I understand I still need to adapt the new culture even though it is not the one I accustomed to. Generally, these two countries are very distinct in the aspect of woman freedom, education system, socioeconomic status and cultural identities.
Regarding about freedom, United States of America is a very independent country no matter what gender a person is. In present days, women have the same right as Thomas Jefferson writes in the “Declaration of Independence,” “All men are created equal, that they are endowed by their creator with certain inalienable rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness” (Jacobus 262). For instance, American women have equal opportunities with men at school, at workplaces and political positions. They are not treated inferior to men, so they are powerful enough to believe in their own. Unlike Myanmar women, they are able to survive without men. In other word, they do not depend on men but pursue their life of happiness and necessity by themselves.
Contrary to this, the aspect of freedom in the States is not applicable to the life of women in Myanmar. ...
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...other, and laughs. This is how attached and close Myanmar culture is.
Briefly, both countries have their own strength and weakness. Just like United States have superior outlook in women independence, education and socioeconomic level, Myanmar prioritizes in family values. As I am able to in touch with both countries’ lifestyles, and perception, I would adapt my new life experience and also keep my old identities.
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