American Traditions That Confuse The Rest of the World

Late Night Hangs

A lot of places in the US are open 24 hours, so that way if you're out late with your friends, you can satisfy whatever post-midnight snack you want. In Europe, though it's custom to eat meals late, that doesn't mean that stores and restaurants will also be open for your 3 a.m. activities. Go to bed!

The More You Know

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Shakespeare is easier to understand, makes more sense, and is punnier when it's recited in its original pronunciation instead of a modern English accent.

Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.