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= = Samoans Located in the southern pacific are two islands where the Samoans live. One of the islands is considered as part of the American territories but the western island governs itself and is one of the United Nations (Samoa).  __Language __ - Most Samoans speak the native language of Samoan (Polynesian). Even though there is not much education about 50 percent can read and speak English due to the fact that the eastern islands are considered part of American Samoa (Liebenson). Because there is no written script, Samoans have had a very strong oral tradition expressed with songs, poems and family histories being passed by word from generation to generation. Since they have entered in world rugby competitions they have created a chant to mock their opponents before a game (Samoa).  __Beliefs __ - That start of Samoan religion came from early churches wishing to spread their religion. Today most of Samoa is Christian. Before missionaries arrived in Samoa there was a complex polytheistic religion, this differentiated between non-human (//Atua//) and human (//Aitu//) gods. Other Polynesian cultures saw no signs of religions the Samoans were commonly mistaken to have no Gods. Their war goddess (Nafanua) had proclaimed that there would come a new religion which would end the rule of the old gods. This turned out to be true with the incorporation of Christianity. Both the LMS and Methodists tried to stop Catholicism from spreading into the region but the Samoans were welcome to all three religions (Samoa). They also believe that they should only provide enough for their tribe so many go fishing in canoes (Osborn).  <span style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 10pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;">__<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">Behaviors __<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> - The chief (//Matai//), is bestowed upon someone in a tribe. The role of a matai is very complex but is part of Samoan culture. Matais have family, civic, political and religious duties to perform. The matai title can be either a man or woman, although there are far more men with than women. The position is usually given to someone for their services that have been acknowledged. A tribe might give a title to a member who supported them through hard times or. Just recently it was made that matais could do more than vote in parliament. They would ensure that their constituents received a vote. Also Samoans enjoy playing the sport of Rugby and Kirikiti (cricket). If u is a traveler and you see a game of Kirikiti just ask and you will be allowed to play (Samoa). They enjoy crafts such as weaving and wood carving (Samoan). <span style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 10pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> <span style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 10pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;">__<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">Values __<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> - Samoans celebrate Christmas but in their own way. There is no gift giving. They have trouble comprehending what we as Americans do around Christmas. But when the children do receive gifts as it has occurred over the past Christmas they really appreciate them due to the fact that they do not receive much (Watson). <span style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 10pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">Another Thing is that they live in large families so they respect the elders that take care of them while the parents are out farming or fishing. They respect elders and treat them with respect (Liebenson). <span style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 10pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> <span style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 10pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> <span style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 10pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> <span style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 10pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> <span style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 10pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 2;">__<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 18pt;">Works Cited __<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 18pt;"> <span style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 10pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 5;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Print: Liebenson, Maureen M. “Samoa.” S-T ed. 2002. <span style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 10pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> <span style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 10pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">I chose this book from the library because it had a good introduction to my culture. It gave a nice brief overview of their traditions and ways of life. <span style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 10pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> <span style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 10pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> <span style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 10pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">Primary: Osborn, Ian. //Fishing from Outrigger off Manono//. N.d. Samoan Culture Pictures, Manono. // [] //. Web. 25 Jan. 2011. <span style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 10pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> <span style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 10pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">This photo was appealing because it showed how the Samoans caught food. Also it showed that they are in tune with nature by using it for all their needs. <span style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 10pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> <span style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 10pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> <span style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 10pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">Primary: "Samoan Culture Pictures." //Samoa Pictures - Travel Guide and Photography//. N.p., n.d. Web. 26 Jan. 2011. []. <span style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 10pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> <span style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 10pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">The collection of photos showed what the Samoans do for hobbies and for fun. Also it Showed how they dress. <span style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 10pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> <span style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 10pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> <span style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 10pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">Secondary: "Samoa - Samoan Culture." //Samoa - Samoan Sensation - THE Site about Samoa//. N.p., n.d. Web. 26 Jan. 2011. []. <span style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 10pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> <span style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 10pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">This was a helpful source with much in-depth understandings of way the Samoans do what they do. Also it shows why they are Christian and gave much insight into their past. <span style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 10pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> <span style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 10pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> <span style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 10pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">Journal: Watson, Lillian. "No I Didn't Use Spellcheck: Christmas Presents." //No I Didn't Use Spellcheck//. N.p., 23 Jan. 2011. Web. 26 Jan. 2011. []. <span style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 10pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> <span style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 10pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">This was a very recent article and pertained a lot to what is currently happening in Samoa. Also it talked about how they celebrate Christmas compared to us.