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C. Which days do you celebrate in your country? What do you do?

 make a cake  wear special clothes
 give cards and presents  watch fireworks
 have a meal  have a party
 go out with friends  give flowers or chocolates

 READING
TET IN VIETNAM

Tet is Vietnam’s main holiday. It starts around the beginning of February. Tet is a
special occasion for Vietnamese families to get together. They buy new clothes,

clean houses and cook traditional foods. Some typical foods are banh chung, (a

sticky rice cake) and mut (candied fruits). People often decorate their homes with
flowers and plants.

On Tet holiday, everyone is nice and polite to each other. They also have many
activities. They go to pagodas. Children receive lucky money from adults. Many

people visit relatives or friends to wish a happy New Year. Young people often
hang out with friends and go to amusement parks. Tet is always meaningful to
Vietnamese people.

A. Read the text and answer the following questions.
1. When is Tet in Vietnam?
2. What do people often do to prepare for Tet?
3. What are some typical Tet’s foods?

4. What are some popular activities on Tet holiday?
B. Discuss with a partner.
1. What do you often do on Tet holiday?
2. What kind of food do you often prepare for Tet?

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