End of Year Culture Report by Mallory Bigelow https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m en-us 2023-05-22 16:59:11 UTC 2025-11-04 10:35:59 UTC hello@padlet.com 京剧- Peking Opera 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2600366668 The most dominant form of Chinese opera which combines music, vocal performance, mime, dance, and acrobatics. It came from Beijing in mid- Qing dynasty and became all the way developed by the mid 19th century.]]> 2023-05-22 17:05:09 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2600366668 脸谱 Peking (Beijing) Opera Styles of Face-Painting 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2600407984 Multiple patterns are referred to various patterns on the faces of the performers. These indicate different personalities and characters of the roles.]]> 2023-05-22 17:41:11 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2600407984 剪纸 Paper Cutting 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2600408198 Chinese paper cutting is a distinctive visual art of Chinese hand crafts. ( The art of paper designs )]]> 2023-05-22 17:41:25 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2600408198 国画 Ink Painting 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2600409594 Ink wash painting is a type of Chinese ink brush painting which uses black ink, such as that used in East Asian calligraphy, in different concentrations.]]> 2023-05-22 17:42:46 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2600409594 书法 Calligraphy 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2600410207 Calligraphy is a visual art connected to writing and is the design and put together of lettering with a pen, ink brush, or other writing instrument.]]> 2023-05-22 17:43:21 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2600410207 相声 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2600411094 相声 is a form of Chinese stand-up comedy. It happens between two people, performers, talking back and forth with one another as a form of entertainment. 相声 literally means cross-talk, and has been an increasingly popular form of folk art entertainment in China]]> 2023-05-22 17:44:08 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2600411094 杂技 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2600411390 杂技 is Chinese acrobatics, a popular form of entertainment and is variety art. In the past, they have performed with court singers and dancers in the royal palace. The word za means variety and the word ji means art and skill.]]> 2023-05-22 17:44:21 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2600411390 琵琶 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2600411607 琵琶 is an East Asian string instrument. In history, it has been used in court entertainment orchestras, folk ensembles, and as a solo instrument. The instrument has a pear shape and a wooden body; it is not an easy instrument to learn. ]]> 2023-05-22 17:44:32 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2600411607 古筝 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2600411791 The 古筝 is another Chinese instrument. It is said to be invented by Meng Tian in the Qin Dynasty. The Guzheng is used for playing traditional folk music and is especially popular in Southern China. ]]> 2023-05-22 17:44:41 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2600411791 文房四宝-笔墨纸砚 The Chinese Four Treasures of study 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2600411935
Four Treasures of the Study, Four Jewels of the Study or Four Friends of the Study is an expression used to denote the brush, ink, paper and ink stone used in Chinese calligraphic traditions.
]]> 2023-05-22 17:44:50 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2600411935 二胡 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2600411944 A Chinese 二胡 is a musical instrument, sometimes called the Chinese violin in the Western world. It is a two-stringed instrument and is popular in both East Asia and China. ]]> 2023-05-22 17:44:50 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2600411944 琴棋书画 The Chinese Four Arts 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2600413251 Music, Weichi, Calligraphy, and Painting are considered the Chinese Four arts ]]> 2023-05-22 17:45:59 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2600413251 春节 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2602009612 The Chinese new year, spring festival is a festival that celebrate the beginning of the new year on the lunisolar calendar. It is 15 days long and usually starts during the end of January. ]]> 2023-05-23 17:04:41 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2602009612 中秋节 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2602011100 The mid-Autumn festival can also be known as the moon festival, family gather together to light lanterns eat moon cakes and just celebrate with the ones they love. It takes place on 15th day of the 8th lunar month.]]> 2023-05-23 17:05:49 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2602011100 端午节 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2602012295 The dragon boat festival is a celebration where many eat rice and dumplings, drink regular wine and a lot of people face dragon boats. It celebrates the death of a Chinese poet named Qu Yuan. There are many rituals where the people bless the gods. ]]> 2023-05-23 17:06:51 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2602012295 中美节日比较 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2602014218 Chinese festivals are more associated around family and spending time together also the whole towns ans cities come together to do stuff, to where American festivals are more just celebrating with the people to know and hanging out.]]> 2023-05-23 17:08:30 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2602014218 四大美食 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2603480154 四大美食 is "The Four Cuisine." The different types of Four Cuisine in China is 粤菜, Cantonese cuisine, 山东菜, Shandong cuisine, 四川菜, Sichuan cuisine and 淮扬菜, Huaiyang cuisine. These foods are essential to the people in these regions. ]]> 2023-05-24 15:32:03 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2603480154 名菜菜肴 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2603545595 Some examples of 名菜菜肴 in China include the Peking Roast Duck, Mapo Tufu, Chow Mein, Chinese Hot Pot, Spring Rolls, Wonton Soup, Chicken Fried Rice and Char Siu. All around China, there are famous resturants that specialize in making these dishes, and some of these dishes date back to traditional Chinese times. ]]> 2023-05-24 16:26:30 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2603545595 姚明 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2603548866 Yao Ming is a former professional basketball player, he first played for the Shanghai Sharks and then the Huston Rockets in the NBA. He is 7'6, averaged 19 points and 9 rebounds in his time in the NBA. ]]> 2023-05-24 16:29:23 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2603548866 成龙 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2603549665 Jackie Chan is a Hong Kong actor, filmaker, martial artist and performer. He is known for being an iconic Asian filmaker and martial arts star. He has done many dangerous stunts in movies and is an influential Chinese figure. ]]> 2023-05-24 16:30:11 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2603549665 朗朗 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2603550174 Lang Lang is a very famous Chinese pianist and first joined the Chicago Symphony Orchestra in 1999, as a breakthrough pianist. He is a leading figure in classical music, serving as not only a musician but an educator and philanthropist. ]]> 2023-05-24 16:30:39 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2603550174 林书豪 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2603550998 Jeremy Lin is a Tawaineese-American professional basketball player. Born in 1988, Lin is the first American of Chinese or Taiwanese descent to play in the National Basketball Association. ]]> 2023-05-24 16:31:26 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2603550998 秦始皇 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2603555348 He was the founder of the Qin dynasty and was the first emperor in unified china. He was born February 18th 259 BC. He was the ruler for 11 years. ]]> 2023-05-24 16:35:28 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2603555348 孔子 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2603555841 He was a Chinese philosopher and was also a politician during the spring and autumn period. He taught Confucianism, he was born in 551 BC]]> 2023-05-24 16:35:59 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2603555841 庄子 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2603556170 He was a philosopher who influenced many of the people around him, he was a big aspect in developing the philosophy in schools. He was born around the 4th century BCE.]]> 2023-05-24 16:36:18 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2603556170 屈原 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2603556471 He was a Chinese poet and politician in the state of Chu during the warring states time period. He was very well known for his contribution to patriotism. He was a extremely good poet, and many people aspired to be like him. He was born in 340 BC. ]]> 2023-05-24 16:36:35 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2603556471 长城 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2609321323 长城 the Great Wall of China is a series of walls that was constructed between the 5th and 19th centuries. Chang cheng, meaning long wall, is the world's longest man-made structure, stretching 13,171 miles across China's northern border. ]]> 2023-05-30 15:56:46 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2609321323 兵马俑 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2609368679 兵马俑 is the Chinese Terracotta Army. This army, depicted in terracotta sculptures, is a representation of the armies of Qin Shi Huang, who was the first emperor of China. The army is located in Xi'an, China and was buried with the emperor. ]]> 2023-05-30 16:42:32 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2609368679 故宫 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2609469742 故宫 is China's Forbidden City. It is located in the center of Beijing and was completed in 1420, the Forbidden City served as the political and ritual center for China for over 500 years as an imperial palace. It is a very important cultural piece to the Chinese dynastical cycle. ]]> 2023-05-30 18:23:02 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2609469742 少林寺 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610688481 少林寺 is the Shaolin Temple and it is responsible for the start of Chan Buddhism, a very important aspect of Chinese culture. Further, the temple is responsible for the important tradition of martial arts and maintaining Chinese culture. The monks working at this temple are devoted to research and developing the works of Shaolin Kung Fu. ]]> 2023-05-31 15:36:48 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610688481 踢毽子 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610692290 踢毽子 is also known as the game of "shuttlecock." It dates back to the 2nd century, BC, during China's Han Dynasty. It is played with a shuttlecock, a rubber sole with four feathers, and was first used to improve soldiers stamina and athleticism, now becoming a popular Chinese activity. ]]> 2023-05-31 15:40:31 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610692290 北京 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610694810 Bei Jing is the beautiful Chinese capital. it has a population of around 22 million. It is a very popular tourist destination and a work place to lots in china. ]]> 2023-05-31 15:42:39 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610694810 上海 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610694941 Shang Hai is located on china's central coast, it is in a perfect location. Not only is it china's biggest city but it is also a major financial hub. it has a population of around 27 million, and is overall such a beautiful city. ]]> 2023-05-31 15:42:49 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610694941 西安 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610695547 Xi'an is a great city, it is very large and is the capital of the shaanxi province in central china. It is the marker for the silk roads eastern end and has so many fun things to do when visiting. ]]> 2023-05-31 15:43:27 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610695547 六大古都 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610696383 Liu da gu du is a city that is very highly populated, people love going here with family, and people also come here from out of country to visit to meet friends and others. ]]> 2023-05-31 15:44:02 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610696383 划龙舟 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610697126 划龙舟 is the Chinese Dragon Boat Festival, in which different teams compete in dragon boats and race one another. The tradition started as a result of the death of Chinese poet, Qu Yuan. This year, the festival will be held on June 22nd, 2023. ]]> 2023-05-31 15:44:49 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610697126 打太极拳 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610703947 打太极拳 is a form of Chinese martial arts called Tai Chi. Legend has it that it was started by Taoist Monk Chang San-Feng, to mirror movements that animals make. Today, Tai Chi is used to promote both fitness and meditation and more then 50 million people in China practice it. ]]> 2023-05-31 15:50:40 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610703947 气功 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610711598 气功 is a tradtional Chinese method of meditation and and coordinated body-movements. This method of exercise involves optimizing energy within the body with the goal of of improving health and well-being. It is a popular Chinese practice, dating back centuries. ]]> 2023-05-31 15:57:57 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610711598 四合院 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610758253 This is a type of residence that is usually found in china. Most commonly found in Beijing and rural shanghai. It was used for residences, palaces, houses, and temples. ]]> 2023-05-31 16:43:20 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610758253 胡同 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610758486 This is a type of narrow street also known as an alley. These are commonly in northern Chinese cities specifically in Beijing. They are formed by lines in courtyard residency's. ]]> 2023-05-31 16:43:35 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610758486 园林 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610759570 Chinese classical gardens are made for people to go and evoke a feeling of connecting to nature. And for people to explore the beautiful garden. They are most commonly surrounded by water with beautiful plants. ]]> 2023-05-31 16:44:39 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610759570 孔融让梨 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610770322 孔融让梨 is a Chinese idiom that means "Kong Rong gives pears." The meaning behind this idiom is to respect the elders in your family because Kong Rong saved the biggest pears for his older brothers when he was a child. ]]> 2023-05-31 16:55:44 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610770322 花木兰 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610772661 Hua mulan is a very legendary folk tale hero in both the northern and southern dynasties. She took over her fathers place and disguised herself as a man so that she was able to fight in the army.]]> 2023-05-31 16:58:13 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610772661 嫦娥本月 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610773456 Change's was a myth about flying to the moon, She continued to fly and fly until she finally reached the moon. The myth was all about the path to reaching the moon]]> 2023-05-31 16:59:10 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610773456 愚公移山 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610774530 Yu gong yi shan was called the foolish old man who lives in the mountains, he is known for having will power and perseverance. He was first found a fairy tale book.]]> 2023-05-31 17:00:25 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610774530 精卫填海 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610775175 Jing Wei is a mythical bird, she was transformed from Yandis daughter Nuwu, who was also considered a goddess in Chinese mythology. She drowned while playing in the eastern sea, she eventually metamorphosed into a bird. ]]> 2023-05-31 17:01:07 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610775175 孙悟空 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610776652 Sun wukong is the monkey king, he was a monkey born in a stone, he has acquires super natural powers, he was very strong and powerful, and had so many strengths. He is extremely fast and can get around to doing everything. ]]> 2023-05-31 17:02:47 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610776652 良药苦口利于病 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610777281 良药苦口利于病's meaning is that "good medicine tastes bitter." In other words, harsh criticism is hard to swallow, especially when it comes from those that you love. This is a common Chinese phrase to use when accepting harsh criticism. ]]> 2023-05-31 17:03:26 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610777281 夸父追日 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610777414 KuaFu was the man known for chasing the sun, he chased and chased until he finally reached the place of the sunset. His only goal was the find the sunset, he was also called the sunset chaser. ]]> 2023-05-31 17:03:35 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2610777414 望子成龙，王女乘风 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2611968048 望子成龙，王女乘风 is a Chinese proverb meaning that during the year of the dragon, Chinese parents want their sons to grow up to be a dragon with wisdom, fortune and strength, and their daughters will grow up to ride the wind like a queen. It is a traditional saying. ]]> 2023-06-01 15:43:20 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2611968048 喝茶 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2611977778 喝茶 is a popular leisurely activity in China. Adapted from Ancient Chinese culture representing elegance, harmony, friendship and grace. Drinking tea is a spiritual connection and is very highly valued in Chinese society. ]]> 2023-06-01 15:53:18 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2611977778 大麦将 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2611982759 大麦将 is a fun game in China. It involves a table with four players, everyone is dealt 13 tiles and it is played like Gin Rummy. It can relieve stress and be a fun connecter between new people. ]]> 2023-06-01 15:59:02 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2611982759 跳广场舞 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2612015461 跳广场舞 is also known as Chinese square dancing. It is often performed at festivals and activities. Chinese square dancing is most popular with middle-aged and older women due to being forced to retire. ]]> 2023-06-01 16:37:29 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2612015461 舞龙，舞狮 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2612028756 舞龙，舞狮 is the dragon dance and lion dance. The lion in the dance symbolizes strength, stability and superiority. The dragon symbolizes power, boldness and excellence. The point of this dance is to chase away spirits and promote prosperity. ]]> 2023-06-01 16:53:02 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2612028756 武术 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2613177139 武术 is Chinese martial arts. Martial arts are systems and traditions of self-defense and military application. Martial arts has developed into several different styles over centuries and different "umbrella categories."]]> 2023-06-02 18:17:57 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2613177139 围棋 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2613946751 围棋 is the traditional Chinese game of "Go." It is the oldest board game in recorded history, dating back over 2,500 years. In this abstract game, each opponent attempts to obtain more territory than the other. ]]> 2023-06-04 14:27:57 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2613946751 踢毽子 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2613949289 踢毽子 is the Chinese national sport of shuttlecock kicking. The translation of the phrase is, "kicking the shuttle." This game dates back to the Han Dynasty. The game is named after the shuttlecock used in the game and is still very popular in China. ]]> 2023-06-04 14:31:28 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2613949289 放风筝 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2613950466 放风筝 is the Chinese tradition and activity of flying kites. This is an extremely popular activity in China, especially during the spring. In fact, Chinese kites helped to provide intelligence to the military and have later been adapted to a Chinese sport. Now, there are many festivals and cultural traditions to celebrate kite flying. ]]> 2023-06-04 14:34:06 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2613950466 打太极拳 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2613954037 打太极拳 is a part of the Chinese Wushu, a martial art. This is a major division of martial arts in China, dating back to Yin and Yang and Taoist ideals and philosophy. The direct meaning of this is "supreme ultimate fist" and is a highly valued skill in the Chinese community. ]]> 2023-06-04 14:41:30 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2613954037 礼物紧急 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2613954691 礼物紧急 is a Chinese gift taboo. Some examples of a gift taboo in China could be an umbrella, a clock, or a green hat. A clock is considered a gift taboo because many elderly people associate the sound of a clock with a funeral, which makes people feel cursed if they receive a clock. ]]> 2023-06-04 14:42:43 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2613954691 颜色禁忌 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2613955314 颜色禁忌 is a Chinese color taboo and some people consider wearing certain colors to events unlucky. For example, black is just considered an unlucky color overall. To a wedding, it is not good to wear white or black because of the significance of those colors at funerals. To a funeral, it is not good to wear red or any colorful colors. ]]> 2023-06-04 14:44:05 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2613955314 数字禁忌 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2613955577 数字禁忌 is number taboos in China. A number considered unlucky or taboo is the number 4, because it sounds like the word "death" in China. Another number taboo is the number 7, due to it's pronunciation sounding like "cheat" or "decieve."]]> 2023-06-04 14:44:39 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2613955577 八卦图 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614239956 Chinese ba gua tu are symbols that represent the fundamental principles of reality, there are 8 symbols on each of them and they all hold different meanings, these are usually located everywhere in china.]]> 2023-06-05 01:17:46 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614239956 龙 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614240138 Dragons are one of the most popular animals represented in Chinese culture. They symbolize power, and are bringing luck and the idea of friendliness. ]]> 2023-06-05 01:17:55 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614240138 灯笼 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614240526 Chinese lanterns are these beautiful red lanterns that symbolize letting go of your past self, and becoming a new person. The lanterns are almost always red symbolizing good fortune. ]]> 2023-06-05 01:18:30 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614240526 剪纸 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614240726 Chinese paper cutting is a form of beautiful art that has been done sense the 2nd CE. It is used for decorations in festivals and celebrations. It is used on red paper to show luckiness. ]]> 2023-06-05 01:18:45 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614240726 如意 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614240902 Ru yi means as you wish. It is in the shape of a scepter, people carry them around to honor a religious meaning and a significant reminder of lotus. ]]> 2023-06-05 01:19:04 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614240902 中国结 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614241160 Chinese knotting is done by creating symmetrical shapes using a piece of thread. The color of the thread is usually red, because it shows a symbol of luck. It symbolizes longevity and eternity. ]]> 2023-06-05 01:19:25 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614241160 送红包 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614252230 Song hong bao which means red envelopes is a Chinese tradition for every Chinese holidays, family's and friends generally give these to each other with money inside of them as gifts for celebrating.]]> 2023-06-05 01:34:58 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614252230 结账 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614253086 Who gets to pay? is a commonly asked question in Chinese. The answer is the person who invites the group should pay for the meal. In china people never split the bill.]]> 2023-06-05 01:36:14 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614253086 做客 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614253634 What should I bring? is a question asked a lot in china. In china you should not bring anything beside yourself and sometimes a gift, you should rely on the people inviting you to have everything. ]]> 2023-06-05 01:37:06 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614253634 佛家思想 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614257408 The Chinese accept Buddhism because they believe in the same things.  They believe that the Buddhist holds lots of power and they are able to trust it.]]> 2023-06-05 01:42:47 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614257408 道家思想 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614257890 Taoism is a Chinese philosophy that refers to the Chinese traditions and religions. It mainly emphasizes living in harmony with the Tao, They believe that humans and animals should live in the universe. 

]]> 2023-06-05 01:43:32 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614257890 儒家思想 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614258315 Confucianism, means telling the truth. When people are teaching this, they are teaching how to be nice to each other, how to respect people, and how to be good people. It is all about being good people. ]]> 2023-06-05 01:44:13 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614258315 大熊猫 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614259194 Pandas in China have been extinct for a long time, they are going extinct due to the building of roads, dams, and railroads. Building those causes the increment of fragmenting, preventing bamboo from being able to grow. ]]> 2023-06-05 01:45:42 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614259194 造纸术 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614726835 造纸术 is "ancient papermaking." This ancient technique was first practiced in Lei-Yang, China by a Chinese court official. It is said this technique first came about in 105 AD, during the Han Dynasty. This greatly helped to spread literature, increase trade and produce more books. Now, it is a sacred Chinese invention. ]]> 2023-06-05 12:04:40 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614726835 火药 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614727071 火药 is ancient Chinese gunpowder. This invention was incredibly important to China and other civilizations and groups, such as the Mongols, many centuries ago. Rumored to have been invented in about 850 A.D, gunpowder was the first explosive to be developed during the Tang Dynasty and changed the world and conquests made. ]]> 2023-06-05 12:04:59 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614727071 小别离 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614734594 小别离 is a modern day Chinese television show called "A Love for Seperation." The story follows high school students and their decisions to study abroad. It was first released in 2016 and follows the narrative of three different families in Beijing and has sparked some controversy. ]]> 2023-06-05 12:13:41 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614734594 小皇帝 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614734844 小皇帝 is also known as the "little emperor problem." It is believed that oftentimes, children of the modern upper-class and wealthy Chinese families gain lots of attentions from parents and grandparents. The Chinese one-child policy restricts the number of children a family can have, which has given rise to "little emperor" ideologies, which are highly debated on. ]]> 2023-06-05 12:14:00 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614734844 高考 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614735094 高考 is the standardized college entrance exam. It is highly debated on in China due to it's rigor and extremely fierce competition. It is required in China for all entrance into higher education institutions at the undergraduate level. It is debated on because it is the test that deterines your future, if done poorly, then you could end up with a low position and low pay. ]]> 2023-06-05 12:14:15 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614735094 中美教育比较 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614743492 中美教育比较 is the comparison between Asian and Western education, a highly debated topic for many years. Many Chinese people pride themselves in their culture and education, rich in strictness and precision to improve retention. However, more Western education is focused on improving student assuredness, self-determination, and independence, which many Chinese people disagree with. ]]> 2023-06-05 12:22:37 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614743492 西游记 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614746314 西游记 is the "Journey to the West," one of the four Chinese classics in literature. Published in the 16th century and Qing Dynasty, the novel follows the legendary pilgrimage of a Buddhist monk to the "West." This is a highly regarded novel and is immensely popular to this day, becoming one of the most popular novels in East Asia. ]]> 2023-06-05 12:25:34 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614746314 红楼梦 2912229 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614840668 轰隆梦 is the Chinese novel "Dream of the Red Chamber." It was written by Cao Xueqin in the 18th century and is considered to be one of the world's greatest pieces of literature. It is known for the psychological scope and worldly observation while dealing with popular social issues, it is a very influential piece of work. ]]> 2023-06-05 13:57:08 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614840668 3026230 https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614947539 Moon fall is a Chinese movie that is a very mysterious movie, where the moon falls out of orbit and is coming towards earth. This movie was very popular movie in china, and came out in in February of 2022.]]> 2023-06-05 15:40:17 UTC https://padlet.com/2912229/rvjcdw6is0o51m9m/wish/2614947539