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WHERE IS THIS FESTIVAL?

 Festivals are a great way to experience the culture, traditions, and history of a place. They can be religious, cultural, or simply fun community events. Asking and talking about festivals can help you learn about new places and connect with others who share your interests. In this topic, we will learn how to ask about and describe festivals, including where they take place, what they celebrate, and how they are enjoyed.


Grammar:

When discussing festivals, it’s common to use wh- questions to gather information, especially questions beginning with "where," "when," "what," and "how" to find out more about the festival.

Examples of wh- questions:

  • Where is the festival held?
  • When does the festival take place?
  • What kind of festival is it?
  • How do people celebrate the festival?

In addition, we often use the present simple tense to talk about general facts about the festival, and present continuous to describe current events related to the festival.

  • Present Simple: "The festival happens every year in July."
  • Present Continuous: "People are celebrating the festival this week."

Vocabulary:

  • Festival: a public event celebrating something special.
  • Parade: a large group of people marching in a festival, often with music and costumes.
  • Fair: an event where people display and sell goods, often with food, games, and entertainment.
  • Carnival: a public celebration, often with colorful costumes, dancing, and music.
  • Tradition: a custom passed down from generation to generation.
  • Ritual: a ceremony performed as part of a festival.
  • Fireworks: explosions of colored lights in the sky, often used during festivals.
  • Performance: a show put on during a festival, such as music or dance.
  • Audience: people watching a performance or event.
  • Stage: the place where a performance happens.
  • Booth: a small stall or stand at a festival, usually selling food or crafts.

Useful Expressions:

  • "Where is this festival held?"
  • "What does this festival celebrate?"
  • "It’s a famous festival that takes place in..."
  • "The festival lasts for three days."
  • "People gather to enjoy food, music, and dancing."
  • "The parade starts at noon."
  • "You can’t miss the fireworks at the end!"
  • "It’s a traditional festival with a lot of cultural meaning."
  • "This festival is known for its lively atmosphere."
  • "I’ve always wanted to visit this festival."

Sentences:

  1. "The festival takes place in the city center every June."
  2. "They celebrate the harvest with traditional dances and songs."
  3. "This festival is famous for its colorful costumes and music."
  4. "People from all over the world come to see the lantern festival."
  5. "The carnival is full of fun rides, delicious food, and live performances."

Questions and Answers:

  1. Q: "Where is the festival held?"

    • A: "It’s held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil."
  2. Q: "What type of festival is it?"

    • A: "It’s a cultural festival celebrating local traditions."
  3. Q: "When does the festival take place?"

    • A: "The festival happens every year in September."
  4. Q: "How do people celebrate this festival?"

    • A: "They celebrate by organizing a big parade and sharing traditional food."
  5. Q: "What can you do at this festival?"

    • A: "You can watch live performances, enjoy local food, and participate in games."

Conversation:

David: Hey, have you heard about the Lantern Festival?
Anna: Yeah, I’ve heard of it. Where is it held?
David: It’s in Chiang Mai, Thailand. People release thousands of lanterns into the sky at night.
Anna: That sounds beautiful! When does it take place?
David: It usually happens in November, during the full moon.
Anna: I’ve always wanted to see that. What else can you do at the festival?
David: There are traditional dance performances, food stalls, and live music. The atmosphere is amazing!
Anna: That sounds incredible. I hope I can visit one day.


Reading:

The Carnival of Rio de Janeiro

The Carnival of Rio de Janeiro is one of the most famous festivals in the world. Held every year in Brazil, it is a lively and colorful celebration filled with music, dancing, and parades. The main event of the carnival is the samba parade, where samba schools from different neighborhoods compete with each other by performing elaborate dances and wearing bright costumes.

The carnival lasts for five days and attracts millions of visitors from around the globe. During the festival, people take to the streets to join in the celebration, and the entire city is filled with energy. In addition to the parades, there are street parties, live performances, and food vendors offering delicious Brazilian treats. The carnival is not only a fun event but also a time to experience Brazil’s rich cultural traditions.

The festival usually takes place in February or March, depending on the year. If you ever have the chance to visit Brazil, the Rio Carnival is an unforgettable experience that should not be missed.

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