Cuba

Chance Salter
4th Block
Map of Cuba
 Greetings In Cuba - Polite
● Cubans use normal Spanish greetings like “Hola,” “Buenos Dias,” “Buenas
Tardes,” “Buenas Noches,” etc.
● They use prefixes like “Senor,” “Senorita,” “Senora,” etc.
● Cubans usually shake hands with strangers
● Cubans give a cheek kiss or a double-cheek kiss to people they already know
 Greetings In Cuba - Rude
● If you don’t greet everyone you talk to, you come off as rude
● Don’t give people nicknames, unless it is generic like viejo (old man) or
compadre (buddy)
● If you don’t ask for permission/consent, you come off as rude
Greetings In Cuba - Pictures

Polite Rude
 Weather In Cuba
● Summers are hot and overcast
● Winters are short, comfortable, humid, windy, and mostly clear
● Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 64°F to 89°F
and is rarely below 55°F or above 91°F
● Average humidity is 80%
● Rain falls on an average of 85-100 days a year, totaling an annual average of
132 centimeters.
 Weather In Cuba
● The average high in Nahunta, GA is 78°F
● The average high in Havana, Cuba is 83°F
● The average low in Nahunta, GA is 57°F
● The average low in Havana, Cuba is 70°F
● Nahunta, GA ranges from very cold temperatures to very hot temperatures
● Havana, Cuba ranges from comfortable temperatures to very hot temperatures
 Weather In Cuba
● Cuba's location has natural disasters including hurricanes, non-tropical
depressions, tropical storms, tropical cyclones, and severe local storms, all with
intense rains and winds, earthquakes and droughts
● The most recent hurricane to devastate Cuba was Hurricane Ida on August 27,
2021
● Cuba has lost billions of pesos to hurricane damages
● Since 2000, approximately 5,613 Cubans have died from hurricanes
 Weather In Cuba - Seasons
● In the summertime, the weather is very hot, humid, and miserable
● In the fall, the weather is a little less hot, but sort of comfortable
● In the winter, the weather is warm and comfortable
● In the spring, the weather is warm, on the verge of hot
 Havana, Cuba
Of all the places in Cuba, I would live in
Havana. I would live here because the
architecture and artistic styles are
beautiful. The city is so colorful and
there are a lot of retro cars. Plus, Miami,
Florida is only 1h 10m away!
 Origins of Cuba
● Many Cubans originate from Spain. Resulting from European exploration and
colonization, Cuba was founded and settled.
● The native race of Cuba is 64% White, 27% Mulatto (European and African),
and 9% Black.
 Race Relations
● Cuba, like the rest of the world, experiences racism against blacks
● Cuba’s government is white-dominated
● Cuba’s police has long been accused of black profiling
● Cuba has been experiencing a flare in anti-racist activists
Cubans
 Education In Cuba
Primary education lasts for six years. It consists of grades 1 through 6. Secondary
education is divided into basic secondary education and pre-university secondary
education. The curriculum in primary and secondary schools is based upon principles
of "hard work, self-discipline and love of country". Cuba's educational system
includes 541 primary and 400 private schools.
 Education In Cuba
All students are required to wear a school
uniform, regardless of age or gender.
These uniforms are required by color to
what grade you are in. Children are able
to choose between pre-university
education or technical and professional
education.
 Education In Cuba
Cuba provides all students with free school lunches, typically featuring rice, beans,
another source of protein like a hard-boiled egg, a vegetable such as a sliced tomato
and arroz con leche for dessert.

Public transportation, via buses, is severely overcrowded and undependable. Over

the recent years, Cuba has tried to deal with these public transportation woes by
importing more buses, particularly, older model school buses.
 Education In Cuba
In the academic year 2020/2021, the number of teachers in Cuba amounted to nearly
249,000. A person working as a Teacher in Cuba typically earns around 16,800 CUP
per month. Salaries range from 8,210 CUP (lowest) to 26,100 CUP (highest). The
training program for teachers in Cuba lasts for five years, with students beginning
their studies in their pre-university year of school.
Education In Cuba

Cuban School Buildings

 Families In Cuba
Urban Families Rural Families
● Urban families range from rich to ● Rural families are more poor
poor ● Rural families are close knit
● Urban families are close knit ● Rural families have a lower chance
● Urban families have a higher chance of an education
of education
 Families In Cuba
● The urban Cuban population mainly lives in “Solars”. A solar is a building that
used to house only one family and that has been transformed into a multi-family
“coop” due to the increase of the population and the lack of space.
● In urban Cuba, they have indoor toilets, and they wash clothes inside. There are
also sometimes clotheslines outside.
● In urban Cuba, families have a safe water source, but there is a chance the water
could be polluted.
● Rural families live either in a small house or a shack. They usually do not have
electricity.
● Rural families sometimes have an outdoor toilet, and wash clothes outside.
● Rural families have access to water, but sometimes the water can be polluted.
Families In Cuba
 School In Cuba
● The Cuban curriculum focuses on Spanish language (reading, writing, and oral
expression) and mathematics. These two subjects together account for 57
percent of classroom time. Scientific approach, life training, economics, labor,
artistic topics, and physical education are other subjects.
● The Cuban school uniform consists of burgundy colored pants, shorts, skirts,
and jumpers with a white, short-sleeved shirt.
● Cubans have the same school supplies as Americans: pens, pencils, paper,
notebooks, calculators, etc.
● Cuba has around 1,300 school libraries.
 After School In Cuba
● After school, some Cubans participate in sports including baseball, volleyball,
and basketball.
● Cuban schools offer extracurricular activities like band, language clubs, debate
clubs, drama clubs, and many more.
● Cubans and Americans are offered similar extracurricular activities and sports
like the Student Council, music programs, language programs, and more.
Schools In Cuba
 Food and Drink In Cuba
● Cubans eat many delicious Spanish foods like rice, beans, plantains, chicken,
beef, fish, vegetables, and much more. One delicious Cuban dish is called Ropa
Vieja. Ropa Vieja is stewed shredded beef with fresh tomatoes, onions, peppers,
garlic and wine. It is also served with rice, beans, and plantains.
● Cubans eat at their own house, and restaurants throughout Cuba.
● Cubans have many tasty beverages like Cuban coffee, rum, Batido de Trigo, and
Chicha de piña.
● Cubans use ice cubes, just like we do!
 Food and Drink In Cuba
● In America, we eat a lot of different ● In Cuba, people usually stick to
cuisines like Spanish, Italian, eating Spanish food.
Chinese, Thai, etc. ● In Cuba, people drink coffee with
● In America, we drink coffee mainly every meal.
in the morning with our breakfast. ● In Cuba, people do not drink tap
● In America, we sometimes drink tap water because the water supply is
water because it is safe. polluted, especially in urban areas
like Havana.
Food and Drink In Cuba
 Sports In Cuba
● Baseball is the most popular sport in Cuba.
● Cubans also play Boxing, Basketball, Track & Field, and Volleyball.
 Sports In Cuba
● Cuba has a national futbol team. The uniform consists of red jerseys, shorts, and
socks.

● Cuba has been to the World Cup once. The US has been to 11. Cuba’s men’s
soccer team is ranked 177, and the women’s team is ranked 91. The US’ men’s
team is ranked 15, and the women are ranked 1.
Sports In Cuba
 Health In Cuba
● As of 2019, both Cuba and the US have a life expectancy of 78.8 years.
● Cuba was hit hard by Coronavirus. Cuba has had 1.1 million reported cases and
8,527 reported deaths. The US, on the other hand, has had 81.4 million reported
cases and 993,000 reported deaths.
● Other diseases and ailments that affect Cuba are the Zika Virus, Dengue Fever,
Chikungunya, and Hepatitis A.
 Health In Cuba
● The Cuban government operates a national health system and assumes fiscal
and administrative responsibility for the health care of all its citizens. There are
no private hospitals or clinics as all health services are government-run. All
medical procedures, medications, etc are paid for by the government.
● In Cuba, health care is considered a human right for all citizens; health care is
therefore a national priority. Cuba's health policy emphasizes prevention,
primary care, services in the community, and the active participation of citizens.
Because of this belief, Cuba has good hospitals.
Health In Cuba
 Vacations In Cuba
● Havana is one of the most visited vacation spots. The old architecture, the
beautiful beaches, and the lively nightlife attract tourists.
● Varadero is another popular vacation spot. The white powdery sand beaches and
beautiful turquoise waters attract tourists.
 Vacations In Cuba

Varadero Havana
 Vacations In Cuba
The Royalton Hicacos Resort & Spa is a 5-star hotel in Varadero, Cuba. Set in bright,
island-influenced buildings, this modern all-inclusive beachfront resort is 2 km from
the Varahicacos Ecological Reserve and 4 km from the town center. Nightly rates
start at $166.
 Free Time In Cuba
● In Cuba, sports like soccer and baseball are a popular pastime.
 Free Time In Cuba
● In Cuba, being social is another popular pastime. Everyone in Cuba is really
friendly!
 Free Time In Cuba
● Another pastime in Cuba is exploring the country. Cuba is a beautiful place!
 Shopping In Cuba
● In Cuba, there are shopping malls, but they are super expensive.
● In Cuba, there are shopping markets outside. These markets are very common.
● People in Cuba are now turning to bartering.
 Shopping In Cuba
● Believe it or not, the United States is 4.5 times more expensive than Cuba. A
three-course meal at a mid-range restaurant in the US costs around $60, while in
Cuba it costs around $35. A loaf of bread in the US costs around $2.56, while in
Cuba it costs around $0.85.
 Shopping In Cuba
● Shopping markets in Cuba are usually open air.
 Important Holidays In Cuba
● Some important holidays in Cuba include the Fire Festival in Santiago de Cuba, the Carnivals
in Cuban provinces, and the Cubadisco Festival.
● The Fire Festival is a party that lasts about 8 days and is celebrated in Santiago de Cuba,
known for being cultural capital on the island. It is characterized by dance presentations,
fireworks shows, theatrical performances, local crafts, workshops of poetry and acting, cinema
series and much more. It is one of the most world famous celebrations in Cuba. In late June
and early July, the Cuban carnivals are held in regions such as Havana, Santiago de Cuba,
Pinar del Rio, Las Tunas, Holguin, Matanzas and Villa Clara. The activities include parades
accompanied by typical music such as the conga santiaguera with drums, street food offerings,
typical Cuban meals, fancy dress parades, and live music. The Cubadisco Festival is an
international fair that brings together singers, composers and artists. It has awards and
celebrations. Live music by different Caribbean music artists is what makes this event so
special. It is usually celebrated on May 14.
 Important Holidays In Cuba
● Another important holiday in Cuba is Parranda of the Remedies in Villa Clara.
This celebration is one of the most popular and attractive in Cuba. The best parts
are the lights, the dances, the colourful costumes typical of the regions and
traditional Caribbean music. It is celebrated in the province of Villa Clara, in
San Juan de los Remedios. It began in 1820 as a religious tradition and today it
● is a mixture
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interesting competition between local
neighbourhoods like San Salvador and El
Carmen. Both compete to showcase the best
cars and musical shows.
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