Part 2 & 3 - A traditional festival - (May ~ Dec 2023)

Part 2 –

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2 minutes to answer 🗣️

Describe a traditional festival in your country
You can say:
– what the festival is
– when and where it is held
– what happens at the festival
– and say if you enjoy the festival

One traditional festival in my country is the Chinese New Year. It usually falls between late January and mid-February and is celebrated all over the country. The biggest celebration takes place in Chinatown in the capital city.

During the festival, there are many activities and customs, such as decorating the house with red lanterns and couplets, having a family reunion dinner, and giving red envelopes filled with money to children. There are also dragon and lion dances in the streets, and people set off firecrackers to scare away evil spirits.

I really enjoy this festival because it’s a time for families to come together and celebrate. The decorations and colors are so vibrant and cheerful, and there’s always a lot of delicious food to eat. I especially love the dragon and lion dances, which are so energetic and exciting to watch.

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Part 3 – Festivals / Traditions

Do you think that festivals and traditions have an important role in society? Why or why not?
Have you ever participated in a festival or tradition from another country? What was it like?
What is a traditional food or drink that people typically enjoy during festivals in your country?
How have festivals and traditions changed over the years in your country? Do you think they will continue to evolve in the future?
Do you think that festivals and traditions are becoming less important in modern society? Why or why not?
Are there any traditional festivals that are not celebrated anymore in your country? If yes, why?

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