B3 L9 Comprehension

Which of the following is TRUE about Mazu?

• She is the goddess of animals.

• Mazu pilgrimage always takes place on the same date.

• People celebrate her birthday every two years.

• She is believed to have been born in spring.

What is WRONG about Mazu Pilgrimage? (Choose TWO)

• It started from northern Taiwan.

• The exact time was decided during the Lantern Festival.

• More than 100 temples were visited along the way.

• It lasts 10 days.

What can NOT be seen during Mazu pilgrimage?

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If you want to pray for good luck, from which position do you need to pass the sedan chair?

What are these items used for?

Groups:

(a) To show warmth

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(b) To determine schedule

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(c) To celebrate

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To receive Mazu's ​ (a)   , 200,000 pilgrims celebrate Mazu's birthday by​ (b)   over 300 kilometers during nine days. They accompany the statue of Mazu along the way to express their ​ (c)   . Also, due to (d)   , locals offer participants free food and facilities without asking for return.

• walking
• dedication
• hositality
• blessing
• luck
• kneeling

What can be inferred from the passage?

• The statue of Mazu is held on the hands of pilgrims all the way.

• Mazu pilgrimage is officially recognized as the cultural heritage in Taiwan.

• Mazu pilgrimage has become a business activity in recent years.

• Zhenlang Temple in Dajia is the one which only worships Mazu.

Check out the question on p215. What is the answer?

• Ryan Hsu

• Eva Stone

• Phoebe Lin

• Joey Ellis

Locals provide passing pilgrims with many things to make their participation easier. If you were the locals, what would you offer and why?