Where are you from?
I am from Istanbul, Turkey.
What is unique about your country?
My country is famous for its unique nature. You can also see many historic museums and architecture
What is your career?
I have two university degrees, faculty of art cinema and television (bachelor degree), pre-law (associate degree) and I also have a drama teacher certification
Have you had any experiences of ‘culture shock’ in USA or Miami Beach?
When I arrived in the USA, I was in culture shock. Everything was very different from Turkey, for example friendships. I had a hard time getting used to the American system but now I am used to it!
What about learning English is challenging or difficult?
The Turkish language is completely different than the English language. Pronunciation, grammar, everything.
But everyday I improve a little more. It has been difficult for me. I read many books in English, watched movies in English, listened to the music in English and of course I went to the language classes and studied a lot. My teachers helped me everyday. Now I am speaking English.
But everyday I improve a little more. It has been difficult for me. I read many books in English, watched movies in English, listened to the music in English and of course I went to the language classes and studied a lot. My teachers helped me everyday. Now I am speaking English.
What is one tradition in Turkey that we don’t celebrate in the USA?
October 29th is a holiday for us, which is the establishment of the republic of Turkey
What foods do you miss from Turkey?
I miss Iskender kebab, gyro kebab, Mediterranean kofte, kunefe, baklava…
