Task: Goal check - SHS Explore New Worlds 11 page 121

1. Nội dung câu hỏi

1. In small groups, share your paragraph.

2. Discuss the different cultural events and decide which one you would all like to visit. Explain your reasons to the class.

Suggested cultural events: Mid-Autumn Festival, Huong Pagoda Festival, Hung King Temple Festival, Hue Festival, Hoi An Lantern Festival, Cow Racing Festival, Chua Xu Lady Festival, Coconut Festival, etc.

2. Lời giải chi tiết

- Đáp án: 

The Mid-Autumn Festival is a traditional festival in East Asia that takes place on the 15th day of the 8th lunar month. It is a time for family reunions, lanterns, and mooncakes.
The Huong Pagoda Festival is held at the Huong Pagoda, a complex of Buddhist temples located in Hanoi. The festival takes place from the 6th day of the first lunar month to the end of the third lunar month. Visitors come to pray, sightsee, and participate in various activities.
The Hung King Temple Festival takes place in Phu Tho Province, Vietnam, to honor the Hung Kings, who are considered the founders of Vietnam. The festival takes place on the 10th day of the third lunar month.
The Hue Festival is a biennial cultural event that takes place in the city of Hue. It celebrates the cultural heritage of the city and includes traditional music, dance, and art performances.
The Hoi An Lantern Festival takes place in the city of Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. During the festival, the city is decorated with lanterns, and there are traditional performances and games.
The Cow Racing Festival is a traditional festival that takes place in An Giang Province, Vietnam. The festival involves racing cows, and it is believed to bring good luck and prosperity to the community.
The Chua Xu Lady Festival takes place in Chau Doc, An Giang Province, Vietnam, to honor the goddess Chua Xu, who is believed to bring good fortune and happiness. The festival takes place from the 23rd to the 27th day of the fourth lunar month.
The Coconut Festival takes place in Ben Tre Province, Vietnam, to celebrate the coconut, which is an important agricultural product in the region. The festival includes various activities such as cooking competitions, parades, and performances.