Second Interview
Preparations for the interview
For my second interview, some information I researched about
how to make a good interview, especially, process that I should know that.
Frist, I have to choose interviewee, second I have to selected different
questions to ask him, during the interview I have to communicate with him about
different points which are personal and regular. For this interview, my
objective for the interview is that I am going to ask questions about his
country. Before I am going to interview I researched some information about the
Saudi Arabia will trying to use this information to close him. Furthermore, I
made two copies of questions for each other is order to us what process is. To
record the interview, I will write down important data from interviewee. After
it, I will consider important information from this interview assignment.
When, where, and how did I Conduct the Interview?
The library of study room is where I was interviewed with
Mie. Before I checked the room I had to tell them we were meeting at study
room. I made two hours of study time for interview. I interviewed began at 5:00 pm, fished at
6:00 pm it about 1 hour time. I gave him a copy of questions let him know that.
At begin, we introduced each other, and then we were going to focus the
conversations. During interview we shared different information opinions,
sometime made jokes and drink water. Also, we used different action to descript
ours points, and eyes contract. Finally, I showed my gratitude and asked his
plans at this university.
How Did I Approach People?
First I used the Facebook to chat with my Saudi Arabia
friends, and trying to tell them about this interview. However, I asked them
who would like to help me to process this assignment. At result, I asked some
friends who didn’t have good time for my purpose, but some friends would like
to help me for this interview. I used formal behavior to invite one of my Saudi
Arabia friend was enjoy my assignment,
and during the interview, I was trying to follow his points and most of points
were closed ours topic. Some time I used different gesture to describe my
points.
Describe the Interview
The second interview was success for me, because I
interviewed on the Anna we are on different countries, it kind be good
experiences for me. I learned a lot of things from this interview. However, I
realized a lot more about Saudi Arabia on different aspects that culture, food,
festive, and so on. We made successful job for this assignment, it was good
experience. If I have more time I will tell him about Chinese culture, and
compare different country. On the other hand, I can introduce different sports
for him.
Interview Questions and Answers.
F( Fan Yu)
A (Anna)
F:
How do you communicate with each other in your
home country?
A: There have many ways to communicate with
each other, like a phone call that is the most useful way. We also use internet
to contact, especially right now science and technology improve, our connection
become more convenience and often. Except these high-techs, go outside and drop around
also is the popular way to communicate with each other in our country.
F: What is the clothing style for men and women?
A: Saudi men usually wear a traditional dress,
this is a long, ankle-length, flowing robe-type garment which is usually white
or light colored, and wear a unique headdress. For Saudi women usually wear an abaya,
a Head abaya rests on top of the head and extends below the ankles, ensuring
that a women’s body stays completely hidden, the color usually is black.
F:
How are women and men treated differently?
A: You know our country is very traditional
country, so men and women have very different treated in our country, like
women cannot drive a car, could not go abroad by her-self. Women who are
related to each other usually shake hands or kiss, but when you meet a woman
for the first time you just shake hands, and the same for men, but women will
never shake hands with men no matter if they know each other or not, they say
hello to each other.
F:
How has your experience here helped you
interpret and respect cultural differences?
A: Yes, of course. I am feeling grateful that I
have this chance to studying in abroad. This experience let me feel how difference
between US and our country, and let me lean more equality between men and
women. Also, I am very glade that I can know many different country’s friends. These
experiences help me a lot to grow up.
F:
Do you enjoy speaking with other exchange
students?
A: Yes, because I could learn lots of useful
things from them.
F:
How long have you been in the United States?
A: I have been here about 4 years, and I will
graduate after this semester. And after I graduate I will go back to my home
country, there have my family company waiting for me go back to work.
F:
Have you been able to visit any other parts of
the United States?
A: Yes I did, but not much part, Chinchaga is the
only one part that I visited. Because I am very busy, except studying I still
have two jobs. I do not have enough time go outside and travel.
F:
What are your home country’s major religions?
A: In Saudi, of course Islam is the major
religion and virtually all citizens of the country are Muslim.
F:
What influenced you to come to the United
States? Especially, Saint Cloud State?
A: You really want to know? Ok actually this is an accident to me. Come
to the US this is my family decision and I have no choice, my dad think this is
good way let me have physical training. And my first school choice is in LA, but
the interesting thing was my older sister also wants to study in the US, and
Saint Cloud is her prefer place, and then I am here.
F:
Do you like this city?
A: Yes, I really like this city because my
friends are at this university for studying. I came to here with them. I like
weather and snow. And my favorite sport is ice hockey
F:
Do you know how to cook some food? Like some
traditional food.
A: No way. It is complicated. I don’t like to
cook foods when I was young. But, now I sometime I would like to learn about
that are not usually such as you really like to cook food.
F:
How often do you communicate with your family
back at home?
A: Not too usually, all of us are very busy,
so usually once a week.
F:
What are your goals for the future; after you
graduate, what are you going to do?
A: That I just said, I will go back Saudi
after I graduate. I hope I could do well when I work into my parent’s company.
F: Do you get culture shock when you first come
here? And how do you deal with it?
A: Yes I did, but I have met one very great
roomie he helped me a lot.
F:
Do you have any questions for me? I have asked
so many of you.
A: No my friend, I am happy that I am help you
to do the interview.
Culture Support
Culture of Saudi Arabia: The cultural setting of Saudi Arabia is Arab and Islam, and features many elements from historical ritual and folk culture such as dance and music. Traditional values and cultural mores are adapted into legal prohibitions, even for non-Muslims who are forbidden by law from publicly practicing their faith inside the kingdom, although they are free to do so in the privacy of their own homes. For example, Christmas decorations are sold in supermarkets, but you will not find Christmas parties advertised. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited as are pork products. Women may not ride a bicycle, drive a car, or even sell make-up to other women. Saudi Arabia is well known for its unique way of life which, in its own way, preserves its centuries-old heritage
Religion: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is an Islamic theocratic monarchy in which Islam is the official religion; the law requires that all Saudi citizens be Muslims. Religious freedom is non-existent. The Government does not provide legal recognition or protection for freedom of religion, and it is severely restricted in practice. Moreover, the public practice of non-Muslim religions is prohibited. The Saudi Mutaween, or Committee for the Propagation of Virtue and the Prevention of Vice, enforces the prohibition on the public practice of non-Muslim religions. For this reason, Saudi culture lacks the diversity of religious expression, buildings, annual festivals and public events that is seen in countries where religious freedom is permitted
Dress: The religion and customs of Saudi Arabia dictate conservative dress for both men and women. Foreigners are given some leeway in the matter of dress, but they are expected to follow local customs, particularly in public places. As a general rule, foreign men should wear long trousers and shirts that cover the upper torso. Foreign women should wear loose fitting skirts with hemlines well below the knee. Sleeves should be at least elbow length and the neckline modest.
The best fashion guideline is "conceal rather than reveal". Teenagers are also required to dress modestly in public places. Jeans should not be tight fitting and low necks and tank tops are not recommended. Shorts and bathing suits should not be worn in public. Whatever their job or social status, Saudi men wear the traditional dress called a thobe. Wearing the thobe expresses equality and is also perfectly suited to the hot Saudi climate.
