一起學英語,歡慶感恩節!
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Warm-up Questions
- What do you know about Thanksgiving?
- How do people celebrate Thanksgiving in your country?
- What are you thankful for this year?
Vocabulary
- Thanksgiving (n.) 感恩節 [ˌθæŋksˈɡɪvɪŋ]
A holiday for giving thanks and celebrating with family.
Example: Thanksgiving is a special time to enjoy turkey with family.
感恩節是一個與家人共進火雞大餐的特別時刻。
- Celebrate (v.) 慶祝 [ˈsɛləˌbreɪt]
To do something special for a holiday or event.
Example: Families celebrate Thanksgiving with a big meal.
每個家庭都會用大餐來慶祝感恩節。
- Feast (n.) 盛宴 [fiːst]
A large, special meal.
Example: The Thanksgiving feast included turkey, stuffing, and pie.
感恩節的盛宴有火雞、餡料和南瓜派。
- Grateful (adj.) 感激 [ˈɡreɪtfʊl]
Feeling thankful.
Example: I am grateful for my friends and family.
我對家人和朋友非常感激。
- Tradition (n.) 傳統 [trəˈdɪʃən]
A custom or way of doing something passed down over time.
Example: Watching football is a Thanksgiving tradition in the U.S.
看橄欖球比賽是美國感恩節的傳統之一。
- Harvest (n.) 豐收 [ˈhɑrvɪst]
The time of year when crops are gathered.
Example: Thanksgiving began as a harvest celebration.
感恩節最初是為了慶祝豐收。
Conversation
A: What are you doing for Thanksgiving this year?
B: My family is having a big feast. We’ll eat turkey and pie!
A: That sounds fun. Do you have any traditions?
B: Yes, we always watch a movie together after dinner.
A: That’s great! I feel so grateful for holidays like this.
B: Me too. It’s nice to celebrate and spend time with family.
Short Article
Thanksgiving is a time for family, food, and gratitude. It is a tradition in the U.S. to celebrate with a feast, including turkey, stuffing, and pumpkin pie. People feel grateful for their blessings and often share what they are thankful for. Thanksgiving began as a harvest celebration to give thanks for a good crop. Today, it is also a day to enjoy parades, football, and time with loved ones. This year, families will create memories and continue cherished traditions.
感恩節是家人團聚、美食和感恩的時刻。在美國,感恩節的傳統是享用包括火雞、餡料和南瓜派在內的盛宴。人們感恩所擁有的祝福,並常分享自己感謝的事情。感恩節起源於慶祝豐收,為好收成表達感謝。如今,它也成為觀看遊行、橄欖球比賽以及與親人共度時光的日子。今年,家庭將創造新的回憶並延續珍貴的傳統。
Discussion
- What do you enjoy most about a big feast?
- What family traditions do you have for special holidays?
- Why is it important to feel grateful?
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