Video 1: Warm-up & Vacabulary Study

Video 2:  Sentence Study

Video 3:  Sample Study：The Three Palaces of the Palace Museum 故宫三大殿

Listening

Listen to the following dialogues and try to repeat.

Reading

Read the following dialogue and try to get the useful expressions.

Dialogue 1:

Recommending a scenic spot

 A:  Hello, it's my first time in China. What would you recommend me to see here?

 B:  There are many famous resorts in China. You will have a good time here.

 A:  I'm going to stay here only for three days.

 B:  I'm afraid three days aren't enough for you to see all the places of interest.

 A:  What shall I do then?

 B:  If  I were you, the Great Wall would be my first choice. It's so magnificent.

 A:  Yes, I've heard about that. It's really worth seeing. By the way, I'd also like to buy some souvenirs for my friends.

 B:  You needn't worry about that. There are many stores at the scenic spots. I'm sure you can get what you want.

 A:  OK. I know what to do now. Thank you.

Dialogue 2:

Talking about local customs

A:  I have never traveled to a place that was so different from my home.

B:  Yes, this city has a fascinating and diverse past. It's a thousand years old!

 A:  Wow, this temple is beautiful!

 B:  Please make sure that you remove your shoes before you enter the temple.

 A:  It is quiet here even though there are a lot of people outside.

 B:  Yes, even the children are expected to be respectful and quiet here. People need quietness to meditate.

 A:  The women all seem to have beautiful scarves around their necks or veils over their heads.

 B:  Women here would not consider setting foot in a temple without their heads being covered.

 A:  I noticed at dinner last night that people in this country like to keep quiet during the meal.

 B:  Yes, it's true.

Dialogue 3:

Sightseeing in Harbin

 A:  You are right. It's rewarding to walk in this famous street.

 B:  That's why I can promise you an unforgettable sightseeing trip when you come to visit Harbin.

 A:  The tidy rows of buildings on both sides of the street lead me into a colorful art world. It's really amazing.

 B:  It is quite uncommon to see different characters buildings in a single street.

 A:  Look, there! The book store is in a typical baroque style.

 B:   I know, I thought you'd love it! A walking tour in Central Street is actually a cultural tour, since you can see how closely different cultures merged while keeping their own features.

 A:  Yeah, the combination of distinct cultures from China, Russia and Europe has made Harbin a unique city.

 B:  You are right. You' also taste those differences in every dish you are served.

 A:  Really?

 B:  Of course, now let's sample some delicious food typical in Northeast China and also some Russian dishes.

 A:  Great! It's really very kind of you to accompany me here and treat me so well.

 B:  It's my pleasure. You know, what a joy it is to meet you again in Harbin.

Useful Expressions