Lesson 27 Snow Festivals (Yuki Matsuri)
Topic Question: “Can you tell me about a famous snow festival in Japan?”
▮ Try Answering the Question Yourself
Think about well-known winter events in Japan, focusing on a festival that celebrates snow through sculptures, art, and community activities.
▮ Sample Answer
“The Sapporo Snow Festival is famous in Japan. It features giant snow sculptures and ice art. Held in February in Sapporo, Hokkaido, it attracts millions of visitors from around the world.”
▮ Words to Learn and Their Meanings about Sample Answer
－Pronounce the Words Correctly (Pronunciation Training) + Make Sentences Using the Words Instantly
- Festival (祭り): An event, usually and often staged by a local community, that centers on and celebrates some unique aspect of that community and the Festival.
- Sculptures (彫刻): Three-dimensional artworks created by shaping or combining hard materials.
- Ice art (氷の芸術): Artistic works made from ice, often seen in sculptures or installations.
- Sapporo (札幌): The capital city of Hokkaido, Japan, known for its annual snow festival.
- Hokkaido (北海道): The northernmost prefecture of Japan, famous for its cold winters and natural beauty.
▮ Answer the Instructor’s Questions Based on the Sample Answer
- What is the name of the famous snow festival in Japan?
- Where and when is the Sapporo Snow Festival held?
- What attractions does the Sapporo Snow Festival feature?
▮ Mastering Middle School English Grammar
I’m going to…
A: I’m going to do something
We use am/is/are going to… for the future:
B: I am going to do something = I have decided to do it; my intention is to do it:
● I’m going to buy some books tomorrow.
● I’m not going to have breakfast this morning. I’m not hungry.
● What are you going to wear to the wedding next week?
● Your hands are dirty.” “Yes, I know. I’m going to wash them.
C: Something is going to happen
Something is going to happen = we can see now that it is sure co happen:
● Look at the sky! It’s going to rain.
(black clouds now → rain)
● Oh, no! It’s 9:00, and I’ m not ready.
I’m going to be late.
(9:00 now/ and not ready→ late)
Example Sentences:
- I’m going to visit the Sapporo Snow Festival next year.
- The city is going to be very busy during the festival.
- I’m going to take many pictures of the ice sculptures.
- We’re going to dress warmly for the festival.
Make Sentences Based on the Above Example Sentences Yourself:
