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Unit 2 I think that mooncakes are delicious.
Section B 2a-2e
According to 2d (p. 10), how do Thais celebrate their Thai New Year
There's a water festival there from April 13th to 15th. This is the time of the Thai New Year. People go on the streets to throw water at each other.
Lead-in
People all around the world celebrate the New Year, though the celebration may take place at different times.
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How does your family celebrate New Year Name some customs.
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hang couplets
set off fireworks
enjoy lion or dragon dances
eat dumplings
New Year Celebrations around the World
2b. Read the text and find out which countries' New Year celebrations are mentioned.
reading strategy
2c. Match each paragraph with its main idea.
New Year is a wonderful time when family and friends
come together to say goodbye to the old year and
welcome the new one. People all around the world
celebrate the New Year with music, special food, and
fireworks, though the celebration may take place at different times.
Para. 1
In the UK, many people gather in London on December 31 to see the famous Big Ben clock tower and count down to midnight. Research suggests that millions also watch it on TV. At midnight they sing Auld Lang Syne, a traditional Scottish song, to remember friends and family. In the US, people have similar customs. A famous tradition involves the dropping of a big ball in New York's Times Square. Huge crowds gather to watch, and when the ball reaches the bottom, everyone wishes each other "Happy New Year!"
Para. 2
The Chinese New Year, or the Spring Festival, holds great importance in China. People sweep out dust from their houses, hang couplets, set off fireworks, and enjoy lion or
dragon dances. One very important custom is that people will all try to return home and enjoy the family dinner on the eve of the Spring Festival. Grandparents, parents, and children gather to eat delicious food and express best wishes for the whole family. This reunion shows that family is hugely important in Chinese culture.
Para. 3
In Egypt, people celebrate Sham El-Nessim in April to mark the beginning of spring. The name of the festival means "smelling the breeze". At this time, the weather becomes brighter, and the flowers and trees begin to show their colors. People paint eggs as symbols of new life and new beginnings. They also go out and enjoy picnics, dance, sing, and watch plays in the theater.
Para. 4
Although New Year festivals are different all over the world, they have one thing in common. In almost every country, people believe that it is a special time to connect with their family and friends and show hope for the coming year.
Para. 5
plete the table with the information from the text.
New Year Celebrations
Country Time Activity
2e. Use your own words to introduce a New Year festival to a partner.

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