《中秋节英文》PPT课件
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中秋节英语pptMid-Autumn FestivalBackground- Also known as the Moon Festival- Traditional festival celebrated in many Asian countries- Falls on the 15th day of the eighth lunar monthLegend 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 moonTraditions 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 festivalFamily 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 themModern 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 celebrateConclusion- 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。
中秋节ppt 英文Mid-Autumn FestivalSlide 1:Title: Mid-Autumn FestivalSubtitle: A celebration of family, unity, and the harvest moon Slide 2:Introduction:- Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as Moon Festival or Harvest Moon Festival- Celebrated on the 15th day of the eighth month of the lunar calendar- Dates back over 3,000 years to ancient ChinaSlide 3:Traditions:1. Mooncakes:- Traditional food eaten during the festival- Round pastries with sweet fillings such as lotus seed paste or red bean paste- Often have salted egg yolks in the center symbolizing the full moonSlide 4:Traditions (contd.):2. Lanterns:- Lighting and displaying colorful lanterns is a common tradition - Lanterns can be shaped like animals, fruits, or traditional symbols - Symbolize brightness, good luck, and driving away evil spiritsSlide 5:Traditions (contd.):3. Paper Fans and Dragon Dancing:- People often perform dragon dances on the streets- Paper fans are used to create rhythmic sounds during the dance - Symbolize chasing away evil spirits and bringing good fortune Slide 6:Family Reunion:- Mid-Autumn Festival is a time for family reunions- Family members gather to enjoy mooncakes, tea, and appreciate the moon together- Often an occasion for storytelling and sharing legends and mythsSlide 7:The Legend of Chang'e:- Most popular legend associated with the Mid-Autumn Festival- Tells the story of Chang'e, a beautiful woman who flew to the moon- Her husband, Houyi, is left on Earth, longing for herSlide 8:The Legend of Chang'e (contd.):- People place offerings on altars and make wishes to Chang'e- Believed that on this day, the moon is closest to Earth, making the wishes more likely to come true- Symbolizes hope, reunion, and loveSlide 9:Conclusion:- Mid-Autumn Festival is a time for celebration, family, and unity - A chance to appreciate the harvest moon and make wishes for the future- A significant cultural event celebrated by Chinese communities worldwideSlide 10:Thank you!- Questions?。