Follow up questions of cue card: Describe a tradition in your country
- What is the importance of traditional festivals?
Traditional festivals are very important as they represent our traditions and culture. These festivals are an expressive way to celebrate glorious heritage, culture and traditions. They are meant to rejoice special moments and emotions in our lives with our loved ones. They play an important role to add structure to our social lives and connect us with our families and backgrounds
- What’s the difference between festivals now and in the past?
Earlier people used to celebrate festivals in the traditional and they understood the significance and real essence of festivals. They used to be more enthusiastic and excited about festivals but nowadays people have forgotten the actual importance of festivals and the younger generation seems less interested in the festivals. They do not celebrate the festivals with the same zeal by following the norms and traditions.
- Do you think western festivals like Christmas are replacing traditional festivals in your country?
Yes, I think so because youngsters and the general population of my country seem more inclined towards the western festivals such as Christmas , Halloween, Thanksgiving more than their own traditional festivals. They consider celebrating western festivals aa a status symbol.
- Do you think it is wrong for children not to celebrate traditional festivals?
Yes , I think so because remaining connected to the roots is a vital thing and celebrating traditional festivals is a good medium to keep them conscious and aware about their traditions, culture and values.
