EY Y03 L27 Drinking

  1. Do you drink alcohol? If so, what is your drink of choice? Where and when do you like to drink? If not, why don’t you drink alcohol?
  2. There are many types of alcoholic beverages that people enjoy. Name one. Is this something that is commonly drunk in Japan? Have you ever tried it? If so, how was it? If not, would you like to try it?
  3. There are many occasions and situations where it is customary for people to have a drink. Name one. Have you ever taken part in such a celebration? Did you have a drink?
  4. Tell us about a time when you or someone you know drank too much alcohol. What happened?
  5. Convenience stores and vending machines that sell beer, sake and other drinks are everywhere in this country. Is alcohol too accessible in Japan? Why?
  6. What is the legal age for buying alcohol in your country? Do you think it is too high or too low? Would you change the age limit if you could? Should alcohol be banned altogether?

Question 1

I only drink on special occasions such as birthdays and weddings. I don't normally drink them (especially in large amounts) because of the negative impacts that it does on the human brain and various other organs.

Question 2

One beverage that a lot of my friends like is Highball. It's commonly drunk when people gather after work to aid "nominication." I've never tried it myself and I'm not interested in trying it. I typically enjoy drinks that give me benefits such as yerba mate and chai.

Question 3

A wedding toast is one that I have been a part of. I had a glass of champagne during one of my good friends' wedding parties. It tasted like apple cider soda!

Question 4

I've never been drunk so I will tell you a story about my best friend from middle school. She absolutely loved Jägermeister and drank a little too much when we had our graduation after-party. She became quite violent and I had to stop her from injuring others! A side of her that I've never seen before...

Question 5

Compared to other countries, I'd say it's very accessible. Practically everyone can get a can of beer fairly easily. With Amazon and Rakuten, it has become even easier for people to purchase alcohol.

Question 6

I believe the legal drinking age is 21 in Indonesia and 18 in Singapore. I think they're pretty average when compared to other countries in the world. Alcohol shouldn't be banned as it is a part of some traditions and customs.

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