You work at the front desk of a ***** hotel in Siem Reap.
A guest approaches you and asks you about the Water Festival-Bon Om Tou.
The Water Festival, known as Bon Om Touk, is one of Cambodia’s most important ______________. In November 2024, it will be held from the 14th to the 16th in Siem Reap, as well as in other cities like Phnom Penh and Battambang. This festival celebrates the natural ___________ when the Tonle Sap River changes its flow direction, marking the end of the rainy season and the start of the fishing season.
In Siem Reap, the Water Festival is celebrated with **boat races** on the river, where teams of _________ compete in colorful traditional boats. The races attract many spectators, both locals and tourists, who __________- to cheer for their favorite teams. At night, the riverside comes alive with fireworks, music _______, and street food stalls, creating a lively atmosphere.
The festival is not only about entertainment but also holds cultural _________, as it has been celebrated for centuries, reflecting Cambodia’s deep ___________ with its rivers. It’s a time when families come together, and everyone enjoys the festive mood.
FILL IN:
connection – performances – celebrations – rowers – phenomenon – gather – significance
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Only ONE answer ist correct
1. **Celebration**
– A) A joyous event held in recognition of a special occasion.
– B) A gathering to discuss serious matters.
– C) A display of artwork.
2. **Phenomenon**
– A) An observable event that is remarkable or extraordinary.
– B) A common occurrence in daily life.
– C) A fictional story.
3. **Season**
– A) A period of the year marked by specific weather or events.
– B) A time to relax and take a break.
– C) A celebration of nature.
4. **Compete**
– A) To engage in a contest or rivalry for a goal.
– B) To work together as a team.
– C) To relax in a social setting.
5. **Gather**
– A) To come together in one place for a purpose.
– B) To separate or divide.
– C) To move away from a location.
6. **Fireworks**
– A) Explosive devices that create colorful displays in the sky.
– B) A type of fire used for cooking.
– C) A natural disaster involving fire.
7. **Significance**
– A) The meaning or importance attached to something.
– B) A casual reference to an event.
– C) A brief explanation of a situation.
8. **Celebrate**
– A) To observe a special occasion with festivities.
– B) To express dissatisfaction with something.
– C) To reflect quietly on an experience.
9. **Enjoy**
– A) To take pleasure or find satisfaction in something.
– B) To tolerate a difficult situation.
– C) To avoid interaction with others.
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ANSWER in complete sentences
1. What is the primary purpose of the water festival?
2. During which month is the water festival typically celebrated?
3. What traditional activity often takes place during the water festival?
4. Which country is most famously associated with the water festival?
5. What common items are used during the water festival celebrations?
6. What cultural significance does the water festival hold for many participants?
7. In addition to water throwing, what other activities might be found at the water festival?
8. How do people typically prepare for the water festival?
9. What is a popular tradition regarding images of Buddha during the water festival?
10. How do people generally feel during the water festival?
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CAN YOU SOLVE THE PUZZLE?
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