1. How long have you lived in your hometown?
I come from xxx. My parents have been living here for
the past thirty years or so. I grew up here and I attended a well-known school
called School number 163.We live in a respectable area with many shops,
restaurants, and a variety of other businesses. The people in our building
are generally friendly and quite, which makes it a pleasure to live there.
2. Where do you live?
I live with my parents here in xxx at the moment. To be
more exact, we live in an apartment building in one of the northern suburbs of
the city. I have my own room and enjoy the privacy that it brings, but I am
looking forward to the day that I can have my own apartment. Allow me to
explain: they are good parents and I love them very much, but I would like to
be more independent soon.
3. Where do you live?
Well, that is not so easy to answer. Please allow me to
explain. During the week I live in a dormitory at the university, but over
weekends I live with my parents in a village about one hour by car from xxx. So
I really do not know which of the two to call my home at the moment.
4. Can you tell me something about your hometown?
Yes, certainly. XXX is in the northeast part of my
country. It has about three million inhabitants. It has many heavy industries
such as automobile, and machine tool manufacturers. In addition, it is rich in
history. For example, the xxx invaded the city and committed many atrocities
(that is to say many crimes) during the occupation. This is still remembered by
many of the elderly folks to this day. Another example that I could mention is
the Imperial Palace that belonged to the last dynasty.
5. What are the main places of interest in your
hometown? Why?
Sure. Firstly, I could mention the Great River, which
you will find around the city. To the northeast of the city there is the famous
Mountains and the zoological park and botanical gardens. In summer it is a
popular place to visit and see tigers, bears, wolves, other animals and even
pandas in their natural environment. In winter we often go skiing there.
Secondly, I would like to mention the Park. It consists of a large park, with
many gardens and a lake. In addition it also is the site of an emperor’s tomb
from the Dynasty. Lastly, there are many other sites that are worthwhile
visiting. For example, Government (City Hall) Square with the Great Theater
alongside it, Java Square, and the spectacular TV Tower, which is the highest
architectural attraction in my country.
6. What
places in your hometown do you like best?
There are many places that I like. If I had to choose
one place, I would like to tell you about Government Square. Firstly, it is the
largest square. What I mean is that it is a large open space where one can see
the sky clearly, and feel free. Secondly, it houses an important government
building. I guess you could call it the City Hall.
7. what are the main crops in your region?
In our region many crops are grown. For example one
would find all kinds of vegetables in the fields of this region. In
addition, many farmers have orchards. Here they grow many kinds of fruit like
apples, pears, and peaches.
8. What are the main crops in your region?
In our region many crops are grown. For example one
would find all kinds of vegetables in the fields of this region. In
addition, many farmers have orchards. Here they grow many kinds of fruit like
apples, pears, and peaches. Lastly, it is important to note that it is not
known for its agriculture. It is better known as an industrial city. For
example, here are many heavy industries manufacturing anything from aircraft
and automobiles to machine tools.
9. What is the difference between your hometown and
other cities (such as Hong Kong)?
The main difference between my hometown and Hong Kong is
the climate. For example, there they have a tropical climate. That is to
say that it is very hot and humid. Here in my hometown we have cold winters and
hot summers. Secondly, My hometown is an industrial city, whereas Hong Kong is
more a financial center. That is to say, here we have many factory workers, or
to be more exact, family-orientated workers who are not very wealthy, and in
Hong Kong there are many tycoons, millionaires, and wealthy people.
10. what is the difference between your hometown and
Hong Kong?
The main difference between my hometown and Hong Kong is
the climate. For example, there they have a tropical climate. That is to
say that it is very hot and humid. Here in my hometown we have cold winters and
hot summers. Although cities like Toronto, New York, are larger than my hometown,
they all are bustling with industrial and cultural activities. Maybe Hong Kong
is an exception, as it is better known as one of the most important financial
capitals of the world.
11. Can you tell me something about the character of the
people in your hometown?
Well, they aren't any different from the inhabitants in
any other large city. For example, here we also have many wholesome
families as well as our share of criminal elements in the society. In
addition, I believe that my hometown has not been westernized to the same
extent as a city like Hong Kong. For example, the people have not become
materialistic to the same extent as the inhabitants of Hong Kong. In
other words, in my hometown you would still find many good old-fashioned
(traditional) people who have strong principles and values about many aspects
of life.
