Translation table explaining the truth behind British politeness becomes internet hit

The British trait of being too polite to speak one's mind has led to a table translating numerous hollow English phrases becoming an internet hit.

when you hear Jamaica and Jamaicans...what do you think?

I found a interesting question on internet (deep in the internet), I guess it's a good ideia to ask the same question on our blog.
So, tell me about you, when you hear the words Jamaica and Jamaicans...what do you think?

Valley girl - Frank Zappa

A typical Valley girl!

Asians in the library

She knows she's not the most politically correct person...

Rio 40 graus - Fernanda Abreu

Claustrofobia - Martinho da Vila

Cultural relativism?

Are witchcraft and science alike? Read Appiah's text sent by email and leave your comments here.

The inhuman element inherent in the human condition

According to François Lyotard, in The Inhuman: Reflections on Time,

If humans are born human, as cats are born cats (within a few hours), it would not be [...] possible to educate them. That children have to be educated is a circumstance which only proceeds from the fact that they are not completely led by nature, not programmed. The institutions which constitute culture supplement this native lack.

How does this quotation relate to the discussion we've had in class about Laraia's notions of culture?
Which are these institutions that "constitute culture"?

How British are you?

Have a look at  this quizz. It's a good way to check how much you know about the British.

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