Shan-shan festival

High school (ages 12+)
Holidays & Celebrations

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/shan-shan-festival

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the country of origin?China
2. What is the primary function?Cultural festival celebrating games and community
3. Why do people play games at the Shan-shan Festival?Games help everyone feel connected, keep traditions alive, and keep people active and healthy.
4. What kinds of games are played at the Shan-shan Festival?The festival includes ancient folk games that use skill and strategy, as well as modern sports that many people enjoy.

Cultural Transmission: The process by which cultural elements, such as traditions and knowledge, are passed from one generation to the next.
Social Cohesion: The degree to which members of a society feel connected and work together for the common good.
Recreational Practices: Activities undertaken for enjoyment, leisure, and personal fulfillment, often involving physical or mental engagement.
Heritage Preservation: The act of protecting and maintaining cultural traditions, artifacts, and sites for future generations.