The Lantern Festival is an important festival in China. It began 2,000 years ago during the Han dynasty. It also means the end of the Spring Festival celebrations.
People celebrate the festival in many ways. The lantern show is the most important part of the festival. On the night of the festival, many lanterns are hung in the streets and parks. People often go out and watch the lantern show with their family and friends.
Lantern riddle games are also popular during the Lantern Festival. Riddles are written on colourful lanterns.
Tangywan is the traditional food of the Lantern Festival. It can have many different fillings and tastes. Shaped like a round ball, tangyuan is delicious. On the other hand, the shape of tangyuan means family reunion（团圆）.
In the daytime, people can enjoy the performances such as a dragon lantern dance, a lion dance, a Yangge dance and beating drums. At night, except for the beautiful lanterns, fireworks（烟花）form a beautiful scene. Some local governments usually organize a fireworks party.
People enjoy themselves during the Lantern Festival.
A. If someone gets the right answer, he or she will get a gift. B. On the one hand, people eat tangyuan for good luck. C. Shows are everywhere all day. D. These lanterns light up the night during the festival. E. Parents often take their children to the parties. F. It is on the 15th day of the first lunar month. |
