Your close friend, who lives abroad, is planning to visit your country during a traditional festival.

Write an email to your friend.

In your email:

• Invite your friend to celebrate the festival with you.
• Describe some of the festival traditions.
• Explain why you would like your friend to experience this celebration.

Key Words

• Friend abroad
• Traditional festival
• Invitation
• Celebration
• Traditions

Prompt 1: Invite your friend.

Possible ideas:

• Invite your friend to stay with your family.
• Celebrate the festival together.
• Spend time with your relatives.
• Enjoy the festive atmosphere.

Prompt 2: Describe the traditions.

Possible ideas:

• Decorate the house with lights and flowers.
• Wear traditional clothes.
• Prepare homemade dishes.
• Exchange gifts.
• Watch cultural performances.
• Visit relatives and friends.

Prompt 3: Explain why your friend should experience it.

Possible ideas:

• Learn about our culture.
• Taste traditional food.
• Meet local people.
• Create unforgettable memories.
• Experience a unique celebration.