I.

Listen and answer the question

1. Who is giving a speech
2. What do you think the festival is about?
3. Write out any words that you can hear.

II. Read again and answer the question

1. Where is she from?
2. When is the festival celebrated?
3. How long does the festival take?
4. What do people do before the festival happens?
5. What is the purpose of this celebration in Chinese families?
6. What activities do people usually participate in during the evening hours?
7. What do they believe in?
8. What tense is used in the passage?

III. Explain the words in bold.

A. Last B. Prepare C. Traditional D. Harvest season E. Symbolizes

F. Beauty G. make a wish H. dreams come true I. Hangs J. Round

K. Bright

1. To be a symbol of something
2. Continue for a particular length of time
3. full of light, shining strongly
4. to make food ready to be eaten
5. being part of the beliefs, customs, or way of life of a particular group of people
6. want to make your wishes become reality
7. the time of the year when the crops are gathered from fields
8. the quality of giving pleasure to the senses or to the mind
9. having a shape like a circle or a ball
10. a silent request for sth to happen as if by magic
11. to stay in the air
IV. Choose the correct sequence of connectors

1. Firstly 4. Additionally

2. Moreover 5. In conclusion

3. Furthermore

"In recent years, technology has played a crucial role in education. (1)_________, online
platforms offer a variety of courses, enabling learners to access educational materials at their
own pace. (2)__________, these platforms provide interactive exercises, promoting active
engagement. (3) __________ students can participate in virtual discussions, enhancing
collaborative learning. (4)__________, digital tools facilitate instant feedback, allowing
individuals to track their progress. (5)__________, the integration of technology in education
not only offers flexibility but also fosters a dynamic and interactive learning environment."

Look at May’s speech again. Underline all sequence connectors.

V. Read the speech again and complete the table

VI. Use the table to summarize the May’s speech (Speaking)