A culture quizbackbackListen to some questions about American culture. You will hear three choices (a, b and c) for each question. Write the correct letters in the blanks.1.Where is the US?2.What is the capital city of the US?3. How many states are there in the US?4.How many stars are there on the national flag of the US?bbbb5. What is the American word for “trousers”?6. When do Americans celebrate Thanksgiving?7. Who was the first president of the US?8. On April Fools Day, what do Americans usually do?Discussing similarities and differencesWere different in some ways, and were similar in others.Yes. We both have two hands, but I only have one leg! Im also smarter than you.the differences and similarities betweenfamily members get together for a special mealeat turkeywatch a Thanksgiving paradefamily members get together for a big dinnereat dumplings/jiaoziset off fireworksA1 Sam, an exchange student, is discussing festivals in the US and in China with his Chinese teacher, Mr Li. Read their conversation and practise it in pairs. Pay attention to the words in blue.Sam, did you enjoy your first Spring Festival in China?Yes, I did. During this festival, many family members get together.Yes, I hear that at Thanksgiving Americans also get together for a special meal. It sounds similar.Mr Li:Sam:Mr Li:Yes. Its similar. During these holidays, both the Chinese and Americans come home and have a big dinner. Its great fun.What do you think are the main differences between the Spring Festival and Thanksgiving?Well, we take part in different activities and eat different kinds of food. In China, people usually set off fireworks and eat dumplings. In the US, we usually watch a Thansgiving parade and an American football game on TV. We also eat turkey.Thats interesting.Mr Li:Sam:Mr Li:Sam:Your American friend wants to take part in a summer camp in China. You find this poster and tell him/her about it. In pairs, ask and answer questions about the summer camp. Use the poster and the questions below to help you.The summer vacation is coming. What are you waiting for? Come and experience Chinese culture!Dates:Location:Schedule:10 July-7AugustHangzhou, ChinaHomestay and study(10July-31July)Sightseeing(1August-7 August)Activities:Contact:On weekdays, you will attend classes at West Lake Junior High SchoolSubjects include the Chinese language, Chinese art and Chinese cooking.At the weekend, well organize interesting activities for you, such as visiting museums, having picnics and playing sport and games with Chinese students.West Lake Junior High School(86-571)466 5666General information When will the summer camp start?How long will the summer camp last?Where will I go?What is the schedule?ActivitiesWhat will I study on weekdays?What will I do at the weekend?S1: When will the summer camp start?S2: Itll start on the 10th of July.