Featuring a dynamic story of the legendary dragon’s descendants, the 2023 Dragon Festival returned to Toronto with culture, food and new lion dance 【小题1】(competition) two years after the COVID-19 pandemic.

The three-day festival from Sept 1 to 3 in Toronto’s Nathan Philips Square featured 【小题2】 range of activities. Dragon and lion dances, acrobatics, Chinese folk music, waist drum dances, tai chi, martial arts on water and ethnic music 【小题3】 (perform) by Canadian and Chinese artists.

“We hope the festival 【小题4】 (far) demonstrates the important position of Chinese culture in Canada’s multiculturalism.” Zhang Jian, chairman of the CACPA, said. “This vivid and interesting picture highlights the cross-culture value of the festival beyond national borders, and 【小题5】 (encourage) people to deeply explore the connections 【小题6】 different countries and cultures.”

As a symbol in traditional Chinese Culture, the dragon symbolizes happiness and luck, 【小题7】 reflects the creative talents, wisdom and perseverance of Chinese descendants.

Visitors also tasted delicious Chinese and Asian street food, while 【小题8】 (watch) an improvised reflection water show presented by Chinese Canadian communities.

“The performing and shows are 【小题9】(amaze). I am impressed with the splendid 5,000 years history of China.” visitor James Taylor told China Daily. “From diverse culture presentations to delicious food, my family and I find all our favorites here,” Annie Kelly, 【小题10】 was accompanied by her husband and two children, said.

The “24 solar terms” are a vital part of the Chinese calendar, which has【小题1】(it) origin with the ancient Yellow River basin. The Chinese calendar【小题2】(include) “24 solar terms” provides detailed guidelines and timetable for agricultural【小题3】(activity).

A complete set of “24 solar terms” first【小题4】(appear) in an ancient book The Huainanzi in early Han Dynasty. These 24 solar terms were soon absorbed into The Taichu calendar, the first well documented calendar in【小题5】history of China.

The Chinese Agriculture Calendar is【小题6】(actual) a combination of the lunar and solar calendar systems. There【小题7】(be) 365. 2422 days in one “sidereal year” while 12 lunar months add up to 354 days. To make both the lunar calendar【小题8】the solar calendar agree, a leap lunar month needs to be added every 2 to 3 years. Since the early Han Dynasty, a lunar month without a major solar term【小题9】(adopt) as a leap month (闰月) .

With more far-reaching cultural exchanges, the “24 solar terms” have been known to people in other parts of the world and【小题10】(add)to the “UNESCO World Intangible Cultural Heritage” list in 2016.

Imagine a food that has been popular in China for over two thousand years. This dish is known as “Roujiamo”, 【小题1】 translates to “meat sandwich”, and it’s considered one of China’s most popular street foods. You may 【小题2】 (hear) about this ancient delicacy, but do you know the fascinating history behind it?

The origins of Roujiamo can be traced back to the Qin Dynasty, where it was 【小题3】 (primary) consumed by the emperor’s soldiers. The dish consists 【小题4】 a flatbread filled with meat, along with herbs, spices, and a variety of vegetables. Nowadays, you can find this 【小题5】 (taste) treat all over China, from street stands to high-end restaurants.

One of the most remarkable things about Roujiamo is 【小题6】 (it) multiply function. It can be made with different types of meat, such as beef, pork, or lamb, and even vegetarians are available. The bread used for the sandwich is also 【小题7】 important aspect of the dish, with some variations including sesame (芝麻) or whole wheat bread. The result is a delicious and filling meal that can 【小题8】 (enjoy) by people from all walks of life.

In 【小题9】 (conclude), Roujiamo is not just a burger; it’s a symbol of China’s rich food history. It has stood the test of time, 【小题10】 (make) a favorite among locals and tourists alike.