WARM UP
Let’s read the dialogue. I will be Alice and you will be Ron. After reading it once, we’ll switch roles.
READ
Christmas is just a week from now. I’m so excited. Do you have any plans for the holidays?
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We’re planning to stay in my grandparents’ place until the first week of New Year. It’s a great opportunity for a family get-together.
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I agree. That’s why I’m over the clouds these days. I can’t wait to spend a long holiday with my family. Have I told you that my cousin is due to give birth on Christmas Day?
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That would be cool. Remember our friend, Sandra? Her birthday is also on Christmas Day. She always receives twice as many gifts but she can never have a birthday party.
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Too bad for her. Most of her friends won’t be able to attend since we all spend our holidays with our families.
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Speaking of our friend, Sandra, I think I should buy her a present and give it to her before we leave next week. you next year!
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CONVERSATION
Let’s talk. Please answer my questions. You may ask me questions, too.
ANSWER
| 1. | Does your country have religious holidays? If yes, how does your country celebrate/commemorate it? |
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| 2. | Does your family decorate your house when there’s a holiday coming? |
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| 3. | Name three to five strict wedding traditions of your country. |
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| 4. | Name some foods that is connected or must be present during a specific celebration in your country. |
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| 5. | Do you think children these days find holidays and celebrations relevant in their lives? Why or why not? |
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| 6. | Name at least one or two festivals that you think are underrated. |
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| 7. | Tell me something about the most memorable celebration/festival/holiday that you ever had. |
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| 8. | Why do you think festivals/holidays are created and celebrated? |
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| 9. | Did you make a New year’s resolution for this year? If yes, were you able to fulfill your resolutions? If no, why? |
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| 10. | Are there activities in your country that you are required to do during a specific holiday/festival? |
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