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20.9. Do you like western festivals?
 
Of course! They are part of my culture. I especially love Christmas, Easter, and 
New Years since they have always been part of my upbringing (childhood).
However, I also find eastern festivals interesting. I lived in Vietnam for 2 years, 
and I was in awe (amazed) of the Lunar New Year and Mid-Autumn festival. 
20.10. Where do people usually go during festivals?
 
Between homes and the streets. We hold meals in our homes for the holidays, 
as we value home-cooked meals. However, we are people who enjoy going out, 
so we often go out to celebrate at bars or even in the streets. For example, the 
Christmas Eve celebration entails going to a bar with friends until the wee hours 
(early hours) of the morning, followed by a family lunch the next day. 
 
21. Street Markets 
21.1. Are street markets popular in your country? 
Absolutely! Street food and markets are a huge part of my culture. Many, no 
matter rich or poor, go to the streets in the morning to pick up the freshest 
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produce from the street vendors. The thing is that the street produce is the best 
quality and price! You simply cannot find fish or crabs straight out of 
(directly)the water onto your plate in a supermarket. 
21.2. What is usually sold there? 
Principally food, but also miscellaneous items. For example, there’s a street that 
sells different electrical parts, secondhand clothing, decorations, and shoes. But 
still, the main event is the fresh produce, fish, and meats. That’s what defines 
our street market. 
21.3. Do you think people like street markets? 
Definitely. No matter what your economic status (how much money you 
have) is, there is always something for you. Moreover, our street markets are 
famed for freshness and quality at the lowest prices, so why would dislike that? 
On the other hand, some people fear being ripped off (being charged a