In Human BehaviorsIn Human Behaviors

Some Aspects of the Moroccan’s Some Aspects of the Moroccan’s CultureCulture

IntroductionIntroduction

• What does Morocco mean?

• Where is Morocco located?

• Although, Morocco is considered an Arabic country; it is believed to be the westernmost point in the Middle East.

Some demographics of MoroccoSome demographics of Morocco

• Morocco is considered a multi-cultural country.

1. France colonization, (1912- 1956).

2. Morocco is one of the world’s leading emigration countries.

• The population in Morocco is 33,241,259. July, 2006.

1. Berber 45%

2. Arab 44% 3. Moors 10% 4. Others 1% (2000).

Some demographics of MoroccoSome demographics of Morocco

• Small population of Haratin, black Moroccans.

• Moroccan’s Jewish minority has decreased

significantly and numbers about 7,000.

• Morocco has different populated areas according to the importance of its location.

The variety of dialects and The variety of dialects and languageslanguages

• Modern Standard Arabic, Moroccan dialectical Arabic, Berber, French, and Spanish.

• The importance of the Modern Standard Arabic. (High variety).

• The Moroccan dialectical language is the official and the national language. (Low variety).

• French is also the official language, and for some, it is the national language.

Some etiquettes and customs in Some etiquettes and customs in MoroccoMorocco

• The family is the most significant unit of Moroccan life and plays an important role in all social relations.

• When Moroccans greet each other they take their time and converse about their

families, friends, and other general topics.

• If you are invited for a dinner in a Moroccan’s house, you have to acquire certain manners.

Wedding in MoroccoWedding in Morocco

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In conclusionIn conclusion

• Where is Morocco and what does the name mean?

• The mixed-culture and the population in Morocco.

• Different languages, and dialects, and different attitudes towards them.

• Considerable etiquettes and customs.