Developing Cross-Cultural Understanding

Process

Developing Cross-Cultural Understanding

Goal: To familiarize you with different festivals around the world.

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  1. Name countries that celebrate Diwali?
  2. How do people celebrate Diwali?
  3. What is the significance of the Fourth Day Diwali celebration?

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  1. Why is Chinese New Year regarded as the longest Chinese festival?
  2. ……………. colour is worn on this day?
  3. What marks the end of Chinese New Year?

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  1. What is the height of Edinburgh’s extinct volcano from the city?
  2. Name the two famous museums in Edinburgh?
  3. Who would enjoy going to Prince Street?

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  1. In which month is the festival of Holi celebrated?
  2. Complete the sentence:

Holi is a festival of …………………… .

    3. Would you like to celebrate Holi? Why/why not?

 

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  1. Name the counties that celebrate thanksgiving?
  2. How is thanksgiving celebrated?
  3. What would a traditional thanksgiving meal include?

 

BIG QUESTION: Write about a festival you like to celebrate. Mention how do you celebrate it and why is it celebrated? (100-150 words)