F.2 October Monthly Reading Programme by Mabel Fung https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w en-us 2021-09-30 02:31:28 UTC 2025-10-06 04:30:36 UTC hello@padlet.com Lau Ching YU Jasmine 2B (22)(B) s120090 https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1788582555 1. They return to their ancestral hometowns to meet their family members and gather to celebrate the festival by making the songyeon together on that eve and give thanks to their ancestors. Also, it is important to gather with family in the korea society

2. At Chuseok, people will gather with family and eat songyeon together to celebrate the festival. The customs of eating songyeon and gathering with family is similar to our Mid-Autumn festival. At Mid-Autumn festival, we will rather eat moon cakes than the songyeon. ]]> 2021-10-04 05:07:18 UTC https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1788582555 Wan Yuet Yau, Yolanda 2B(33)(article C) s120155 https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1795144180 Have you ever heard of “Diwali”? It’s an important festival on the Indian calendar. People on that day will light up their home with oil lamps, lanterns, candles and electrical lights, meaning light over dark and victory of good over evil.Shriya Chitale still continues celebrating this festival even though she has lived in New Zealand for six years which makes her feel connected with her family.

If I were to move to another country, I would still continue my own tradition such as eating moon cake and playing with lanterns during the Mid-Autumn festival. While celebrating this festival, I will find myself still connected to my family and place that I was born. Besides, I will disseminate the traditional Chinese culture to my neighbour and share the stories with them. 
]]> 2021-10-06 02:56:03 UTC https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1795144180 Lee Lok Yin, Charlotte 2E (12) (Article D) https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1813550251 1. To reduce sexual violence during last year's running of the bulls, the government of Pamplona has adopted the following measures. 

Firstly, since it was hard to identify the perpetrators in such a large crowd, the centre of Pamplona has been covered by 21 security cameras so that more harassment cases can be resolved. 

Secondly, thousands of police were on duty and agents from the family and women unit were on duty to deal with, and hopefully prevent, abuses. 

Lastly, there was also an app which offers information about events around the city, gives advice on how to deal with and report sexual offences. The information point was set up specifically to inform people about the issue and also to deal with complaints from women. It had a staff trained in dealing with sexual offences. 

2. The running of the bulls is a "controversial cultural activity" is because of the following reasons. 

For those who think that the festival should continue is because this festival inherits the culture of Spain and it is a tradition unique for Spain. During the the festival, the population of the small city in Navarra swells tenfold more than a million people come from around the world. 

However, more and more people disagree with the continual of the festival since the bulls are killed in the ring after the run. Adding that the bull run itself is barbaric and that the animals are terrified. 

Some people claimed that tourists increased during the festival. However, the reality is that the majority of Spaniards are against bullfighting. A lot of people don't come to Pamplona in July because of the bull run and a lot more tourist would come here if they banned it. That's why 125 Spanish cities have banned bullfighting. Even the mayor of Pamplona said the bullfight was not an essential component of the event. 

It was truly an ongoing debate in Spanish about bullfighting. Also, it is dangerous for the public since they don't have any protective gears. People may die because no one can predict what will the bull does. Each year between 50-100 people are injured. In conclusion, I think that this festival should put to an end.  ]]> 2021-10-13 10:55:44 UTC https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1813550251 Mo Ling Yu, Bethanie 2E (16) (article D) https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1817052419 1. the city of Pamplona put 21 security cameras since 2016 to try to reduce sexual violence during last year’s running of the bulls. In addition, they added thousands of polices on duty and agents from the family and women unit were on duty to deal with and prevent abuses. To reduce sexual violence, there was an app was made to offer information about events around the city, and gave advice to deal with and report sexual offences.

2. the running of the bulls a ‘controversial cultural activity’ because this festival inherits the culture of Spain and it is a tradition unique for Spain. However, the mayor of Pamplona caused controversy when he suggested that the bullfight was not an essential component of the event. Additionally, some fans of the competition had to recognize that there was an ongoing debate about bullfighting in Spanish society, and have to be
open and aware of what people are saying. ]]> 2021-10-14 13:32:37 UTC https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1817052419 Tse Tsz Yu Evelyn 2E25 article B https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1837506229 I think it is important for people to return to their hometowns for chuseok celebrations is because it is important for Korean people to meet their family members and celebrate the Korean Thanksgiving festival as well as connecting with the family members. Also being thankful and honour your parents for what they have done for you at the past

At the Korean Thanksgiving festival, people eat songyuen to celebrate the festival, like the mid autumn festival, we will eat mooncakes that is kinda similar to songyuen to celebrate the festival.
]]> 2021-10-23 02:43:38 UTC https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1837506229 Chui Tsz Yi, Shelly 2B(12) article B https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1837989603 1.Since Korean might not have much spare time spend with their family as they need to go for work in places far away from their hometowns, this significant festival is important for them to run away from their work and enjoy the festival with their loved ones. This festival does give a good chance for people to return to their hometowns for celebrations as the festival reminds us of family reunion.

2. During these two festivals, people gather with their family and celebrate the festivals with traditional food. They are also important symbols for family reunion. Both festivals are celebrated with full of joy.]]> 2021-10-23 13:41:42 UTC https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1837989603 Ho Cheuk Wing,Pheby 2E(8) (Article D) https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1838798341 1.Due to the increasing complaints from women that they have suffered sexual harrasssment during the festival,the centre of Pamplona has been covered by 21 security cameras.On the other hand,thousand of police on duty,agents from the family and women unit were on duty in order to prevent abuses.In addction ,there was an app offering information about events around the city,giving advice on how to deal with and report sexual offences.It also had a staff trained in dealing with sexual offences.

2.The running of the bulls is a controversial cultural activity because there was an ongoing debate about the bullfighting in Spanish society.They started considering if the bull run should preserve or not.The mayor of Pamplona suggested that the bullfight was not an essential component of the event while the Peta’s campaigns manager,Hordi Casamitjana stated that a lot of people didn’t go to Pamplona in July because of the bull run and a lot more tourists would go there if the bullrun was banned.However,some considered that the bull run culture should be preserved as it is a intangible heritage in Spanish society.
]]> 2021-10-24 06:04:58 UTC https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1838798341 Fung Pui Ka, Cass 2E07 article D https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1844593163 1. According to the article, the centre of Pamplona has been covered by 21 security cameras since 2016 to prevent sexual violence. Moreover, an app was created to give advice for women to report and deal with sexual offences, it also provides information about events around the city.]]> 2021-10-26 11:04:01 UTC https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1844593163 Wong Ying Wai Agnes 2B36 Article C https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1850777792
  • If I were to move to another country, I would like the tradition of celebrating the Chinese New Year to continue in my new environment. In my opinion, Chinese New Year represents the beginning of spring and the start of new year. People meet their families and celebrate this festival together. I enjoy spending time with my cousin when I meet them. Besides, I also enjoy the traditional foods!

    1. Cultural diversity is important to either New Zealand citizens or Indian citizens in this case. As for local New Zealand citizens, they might never have heard about the Diwali festival, having cultural diversity can give an opportunity for New Zealand citizens to participate in the celebrations. On the other hand, for the Indian citizens, they could celebrate their traditional festival although they are not in their local country.

    ]]>     2021-10-28 08:59:17 UTC https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1850777792     Lou Lok Lam Lydia2A (28)(A) https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1853446924 The Lantern festivak brought energy to Tai O. as shops will be closed afetr 6pm and the stree is dark and quite. However, this festival makes the street full of people and lights. Also,these can bring happiness to the visitors and also villagers. In addition, the economy of Tai O can be boosted with this festival, this favoured the income of some restirants and shops. As visitors will buy things in the shops.

    ]]>     2021-10-29 08:00:49 UTC https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1853446924     Shih Wing Swing 2B 29 Article A https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1855132991 The Tai O Water Village
    Lantern Festival is a lively event and creates a vigorous atmosphere in Tai O. The major celebrations like Tai Hang Dragon Dance have been cancelled for two years. Citizens must have been disappointed. However, this lantern festival brings many visitors happiness. The numerous visitors created the vigorous and lively atmosphere. Also, it boosted the economy of Tai O. As there were more visitors, shops were patronized.
    I would decorate my lantern as the sick emoji. It represents my hope to Hong Kong citizens to healthily get over the Covid and hold normal activities and large celebrations.]]>     2021-10-30 04:30:01 UTC https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1855132991     Lau Pui Hei 2A 20 Article A s1201873 https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1855163559 1) firstly, it can let the dark and quiet street become colorful and crowded.  Secondly, as every lantern was hand-made by volunteers across the 18 districts, each lantern is different from another and carry different meanings. Thirdly, it increases income of the local business as a flock of people come to Tai O.

    2) I will decorate my lantern with the scenery of Victoria Harbour. This is because the Victoria Harbour is very beautiful and I think it is very unique to draw a scenery of Hong Kong on a traditional lantern.]]>     2021-10-30 05:26:13 UTC https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1855163559     Tse Hau Yi Georgina 2E24(article A) https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1855202932 1. The festival helps a lot for promoting the village and boosting its economy, it also showcased the beauty of Tai O.

    2.I will decorate my lantern with chocolates, cakes, candies and lots of other desserts, as I have a sweet tooth and love eating sweets.]]>     2021-10-30 06:47:00 UTC https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1855202932     Tse Yuet Wen Eirwen 2E26 articleB https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1855266970 1. It’s really important for the Koreans which their home to work. As they have to leave home for a year to work in a place where they are unfamiliar, it is a really precious time for them to have a reunion with their families. Although it only have three days and spending two days for travelling, it might be the only days they can spend with their love ones.
    2. The customs of Chuseok and Mid-autumn festival it’s almost the same. In Korea, people make songpyeon. In China, people make mooncake. And they both share with the families. Family will gather together in bow festival. Both festival Will eat fruits and enjoy the moon.]]>     2021-10-30 08:30:06 UTC https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1855266970     Cheryl Wong (article B) https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1855360074 1) I think it is important for people to return to their hometowns because it is a Thanksgiving day for Koreanes . It is an important time for them to be back at home and spend time with their family and also , get some rest from  their busy works in cities. They will also give presents to friends and business acquaintances to show their thanks and appreciation . 
    2) Both Chuseok and Mid autumn festival will celebrate by making special foods . The Chuseok festival makes the songpyeon rice cake while Mid autumn festival makes moon cakes . Furthermore more , people will also spend time with family and friends while also exchange gifts and delicacies . ]]>     2021-10-30 10:36:21 UTC https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1855360074     Liane Li (article B) s120110 https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1855435078 1. I think it is very important to Korean to their hometowns for Chuseok because it is the Thanksgiving Day for Koreans and it might be very hard to have a chance for them to meet in their ancestral hometown, that’s why Chuseok becomes important, just like our Mid-autumn Festival.
    2.In Chuseok, people return to their ancestral hometown and celebrate it with their families. In Mild-autumn Festival, we usually go to our relative’s home and celebrate it with our family. Also, Chuseok and Mid-autumn Festival both fall on the 15th day of August according to the lunar calendar. Moreover, Koreans make Songpyeon and eat them on Chuseok and gather with their family members. We make tangyuans and mooncakes to one another.]]>     2021-10-30 12:17:06 UTC https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1855435078     Zemira kwok (B) s120081 https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1856149306 1. I think it is very important to Koreans to return to their hometowns for chuseok because the festival is a time for people to reunite with their families and spend time together.
    2. Both Chuseok and Mid-autumn festival are celebrated with families together and both festivals have a specific food that you eat during the festival such as the songpyeon and the mooncakes.]]>     2021-10-31 03:38:04 UTC https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1856149306     Li Cheuk Ying Agnes 2B(27) Article A https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1856723120
  • The Tai O Water Village Lantern Festival decorated the streets with colorful lanterns, livened the dark, quiet streets. It attracted lots of visitors to come to Tai O to celebrate this festival, and boosted its local economy as there are more customers. For instance, many visitors queued for the sugar doughnuts, which are a signature food in Tai O. The shop owner said her sales had increased in a large amount. In addition, the lantern festival showcased the beauty of Tai O. As it attracted a crowd of local people visited Tai O, it let Hongkongers know more about this historical and beautiful place. 
  • If I could participate in the Lantern Festival, I would decorate my lantern by drawing different features of Tai O, such as the stilt houses, pink dolphins, Tai O Heritage Hotel and sugar doughnuts because I want to let Hongkongers to be more familiar with Tai O’s culture. I hope more people will know this attractive place. 

    • ]]>     2021-10-31 14:21:13 UTC https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1856723120     Shi Pui Hei Priscilla 2E 19 (Article B) https://padlet.com/mfung4/fcmkl35w9h1msh8w/wish/1856845860 1)I think it is important for Koreans to return to their hometowns for Chuseok celebrations. Because it is the thanksgiving day for Koreans and it is a time for them to be home and gather with their families. It is also a day for Koreans to give thanks to their ancestors for the plentiful harvest.
    2) I think the songpyeon they eat during the festival is similar to the mooncakes we eat during the Mid-autumn festival. They are also illustrating the reunion of family.
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