中秋节 英语ppt

中秋节英语ppt

Mid-Autumn Festival

Background

- Also known as the Moon Festival

- Traditional festival celebrated in many Asian countries

- Falls on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month

Legend of Chang'e

- Most famous legend associated with the Mid-Autumn Festival - Chang'e is the Moon Goddess

- She consumed an elixir of immortality and flew to the moon

- Her husband, Houyi, became the Archer God and guards the entrance to the moon

Traditions and Customs

- Mooncakes: Traditional pastry filled with lotus seed or red bean paste, and sometimes with salted egg yolks in the center

- Moon-gazing: People gather to watch the full moon and appreciate its beauty

- Lanterns: Symbolize good fortune and are often lit during the festival

- Dragon and lion dances: Highlight cultural performances during the festival

Family Reunions

- Similar to the Western Thanksgiving

- Families gather for a meal and to appreciate the full moon together

- Children play with lanterns and solve riddles written on them

Modern Celebrations

- Apart from traditional customs, there are modern activities during the Mid-Autumn Festival

- Fireworks, concerts, and other performances are held in some countries

- The festival is a time for family and friends to come together and celebrate

Conclusion

- The Mid-Autumn Festival is a time to celebrate family, appreciate the moon, and enjoy traditional customs

- It is an important cultural event in many Asian countries