小宇哥的CS學習筆記

Music

  Each Roma settlement developed its own musical style, combining local music with Roma traditions. These styles often sound similar to the music of the surrounding culture. However, most Roma music shares some characteristics, including the timing of the notes and the harmonies.

  Roma music has also affected the music of other cultures. Roma influences have shaped European folk and classical music and even some American styles.

Stories

  Like people of many cultures, the Roma love to tell stories. Their conversations often include brief references to tales that the entire settlement knows. But they also tell long stories during the evenings or while working. Some stories are funny; others pass down Roma traditions.

  Over the years, the Roma have faced many challenges. Their neighbors often did not accept them and even accused them of being thieves. Today, many face poverty, prejudice, and other problems. Nevertheless, the Roma people are proud of their history and their rich culture.

settlement (n) 社區(引申為聚落)；殖民地

characteristic (n) 特性；特徵

reference (n) 言及；談到

accuse (v) 指控；控告

harmony (n) 和聲；和諧

prejudice (n) 偏見；歧視