In my neighbourhood, traditions and customs are observed with vibrant enthusiasm. Festivals and celebrations are major highlights, where streets come alive with colourful decorations, music, and dance. Families gather to worship ancestors, often setting up elaborate altars with offerings of food and incense. Cooking traditional food is a cherished activity, with neighbours sharing recipes and dishes passed down through generations. Elders play a crucial role in teaching children about these customs, imparting stories and practices that connect them to their heritage. This blend of festive joy, reverence for the past, culinary traditions, and intergenerational education creates a rich tapestry of cultural continuity in our community

1 This is the first time I have ever made mooncakes for the Mid-Autumn Festival.

   2 I had a strong desire to explore the hidden gems of the city that most tourists miss.

   3 Bao wishes he had a big house so he could get a pet.

1 It has been a few years since I moved to this neighbourhood.

   2 While I was waiting for my food, I noticed a nice painting on the wall.

I like about life in the city. Firstly, the people here are very kind, funny and friendly. People often care and help each other. Secondly, there are many entertainment places, such as theatres, parks, zoos, cinemas. The public transport system reaches almost all areas of the city, so it is very easy, for me to get around. You can buy anything you want. There are many shops selling different items to chooise from. In addition, more and more entertainment centers, school and hospitals are built. It means that's people's health is better and theirs need for entertainment are better. Finally, I also love the life in the city 

1 Unless you pay the parking fee, you will not be able to park here.

2 Even though we don't talk much, I still get along with my neighbors.

1 They asked me what to bring to the wood carving demonstration

2 The harder it is to find jobs, the more people leave the country

3 He came down with a headache, so he couldn't focus on his homework

in the past, students had lessons in the morning only. School typically started early in the morning and ended by mid-afternoon. The curriculum focused on core subjects like mathematics, science, language arts, and history, with limited options for elective courses. In their free time they played traditional games such as hide-and-seek, tug of war, skipping, and so on. Every day they went to school on foot.They were lucky in that they had a long summer holiday – about three months!