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It’s no secret—the rest of the world looks at how peculiar American culture can be and wonders if it’s even real.

‘Cause let’s face it—even if it looks fine for us, that doesn’t mean that having police patrol your school, paying for a ride to the hospital, and calling the toilet “restroom” when we all know very well there ain't nobody going there to have a rest shouldn’t raise a brow for others.

So this time, we are looking at what American things make our fellow non-American friends scratch their heads in simple, yet very spot-on questions below. Our dear American Pandas are also welcome to help separate what’s real, what’s rumors, and what only happens in movies in the comments! And after you're done with this post, check out our previous one with things Americans do that require an explanation for non-Americans.

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Ceredwyn Ealanta
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

But taking off shoes and socks when you come in is nearly as good as taking off your bra.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

We have them. They are usually part of the cheerleader squad or dance squad. It is a sports thing. We take sports very seriously.

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Even though Americans and Europeans share many things, like commitment to democratic principles, a strategic alliance, and some of the highest standards in the world, there are still some very notable differences between them.

A 2016 study done by Pew Research Center was very revealing in that respect. First of all, it showed that Americans are more likely to believe they control their own destiny.

The research showed that a staggering 57% of Americans disagreed with the statement “Success in life is pretty much determined by forces outside our control.” The percentage was higher than in any other European nations polled.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

An affective way to make the 'popular' kids feel even more popular.

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The second interesting thing the Pew poll showed is that “Americans prioritize individual liberty, while Europeans tend to value the role of the state to ensure no one in society is in need.”

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When it comes to religion, it turned out that over half in the US (53%) say religion is extremely important in their life, which is nearly double the share with the same view in Poland.

In France, for example, only 14% consider religion a very important aspect of their lives.

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chi-wei shen
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How else would you call them? Students wouldn't use the teachers first name.

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GirlFriday
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Some schools are more strict than others and require them. My schools didn't require them. We just excused ourselves and went to the restroom when needed.

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GirlFriday
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

No. They don't - at least the schools that I went to and my nieces and nephews don't (they are ages 4 - 17). In the past, students were made to recite the "pledge of allegiance" each morning, but I think this is something that has fallen by the wayside.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Some schools don't allow it, but at the schools I went to we were allowed to. It was fun! You can put magnets, quotes, pictures of loved ones.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yes, and there are usually one or two questions where you have to read something and write a few pages for it.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yes, and sometimes mail does get stolen even though it's a federal offense.

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Kat Hoth
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Some do and if you put raisins on top you call it ants on a log.

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Iapetos
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Actually, peanut butter and banana is awesome. Try that, folks.

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Tabitha L
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Celery and peanut butter. Apples and peanut butter. Bananas and peanut butter. A spoon and peanut butter. Chocolate and peanut butter. Crackers and peanut butter.

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Catlady6000
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My finger and peanut butter. Hush, I live alone, it's my jar of peanut butter and no one else's

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80 Van
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

With the “Do Americans actually eat...” questions, it should be noted that America has a lot of of very diverse regions, so it’s likely that any type of food will be eaten in some peculiar way somewhere in the US.

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Toasty
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Peanut butter and honey sandwiches is where it is at.

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Xan A. Du
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I want to like it. I just can't. I like celery. I like peanut butter. Together? I take a bite and gag.

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lara
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why not? Especially extra crunchy. I even make "shortbread" cookies, substituting half the butter with peanut butter.

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Jimmy Wakeman
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yes it is an appetizer we have at thanksgiving and always goes fast

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Hiker Chick
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Peanut butter and apples are also delicious! My mom used to make us peanut butter and celery. I liked it but haven't eaten that for years.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yes! And what's more peanut butter is good for shaving that leg we often pull. Contains oils that are good for the skin and makes for a nice smooth shave!

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lara
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

BUT peanut butter is exceptionally bad for the "pipes" it is very hard to "break down" into soluble "solids" that will not gum up the pipes. If you do use peanut butter to shave your legs do NOT wash them off, wipe them off with paper towels and wipe down the shaver the same. THEN wash your legs. When we remodeled the house, the plumber told me that if you have trouble swallowing it, then it shouldn't go down the pipes.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Celery used to be really popular as a diet food. In fact it was really trendy when it first came to America being used as centerpieces at a table. But it's had a downfall. Ants on a log is a good way to try and get kids to eat it.

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Evan Martin
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's because it's mostly water and has very few calories. Still a very healthy snack

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

being fed this as a kid has helped me eat more celery - before i hated it but now i'll eat it a lot

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Lola
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Peanut butter is salty, not sweet. Some brands are made with sugar which is not necessary. It actually goes very well with celery.

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Potter
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yup, peanut butter and cheese are those two foods that go with everything

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Addy
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Peanut butter with red grapes is WAY better, tastes like pb&j!

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Suzi Gauthier
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Gross Americans do LOL Sometimes also cream cheese. I hate celery.

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Betsy Knox
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh yes, I like it better than on bread. If I do have peanut butter on bread I usually toast it and eat it open faced. If it's going to be a sandwich I skip the jelly (way way too sweet for me) and add butter or Nutella.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

We do this all the time! It's delicious! Don't rack it till you try it.

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Lyra Rey
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I've tried to do this and the peanut butter just slides off the celery. Is there some trick that I don't know?

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm Canadian - Yoo hoo, the country to the north of the USA - I've worked together with European immigrants, and I can say that they simply don't understand peanut butter. One told me it's the visuals, especially crunchy. I can't imagine raising kids without peanut butter.

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Trevor Hardy
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ive done that here in the UK. Was recommended when dieting and bulking up its lovely

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Stacy Beare
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Once again, not just Americans...my husband eats it all the time...a true blue Aussie male!

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm from New Zealand, peanut butter on celery was a daily thing in my lunch box. Great snack when preggers too!

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Catlady6000
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Another good one-mix a small can of drained crushed pineapple with a block of cream cheese and spread on the celery

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It is so good. You get the thick savory flavor of the peanut butter and the fresh, grassy flavor of the celery. Delicious.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I used to love celery, peanut butter and sultanas but that was when I was a kid, don’t like it anymore.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Americans have perfected the art of putting peanuts or peanut butter with nearly everything. Most of their candy has some kind of peanuts in. And yes, peanut butter with celery too.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

it was peddled as a healthy snack for children. It is disgusting. I share your disbelief that any sane person would eat it

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

No, not me. I've heard of it being done. Celery is Satan's firm stool. Add peanut butter to your rationalization, it's still Satan's firm stool.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What's so unusual with this? I'm Austrian and my children's friends never used my first name.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think children all over the world have to feel "slightly suicidal" to do this.

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80 Van
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

No, we call eye doctors “Optometrists,” and we call Opticians “Opticians.”

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

most countries do because it has been a part of military training for centuries. They want inshape youth for military service.

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