Khmer New Year Traditions and Food

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During the Khmer New Year, Cambodians prepare and consume which of the following traditional dishes?

  • Grilled fish with lemongrass
  • Steamed rice with chicken curry
  • Stir-fried pork with ginger (correct)
  • Fried noodles with shrimp

What is the significance of the Khmer New Year celebration?

  • To honor the temple's monks
  • To commemorate the Khmer empire's founding
  • To mark the beginning of harvest season
  • To celebrate with family and friends (correct)

When is the Khmer New Year festival typi cally observed?

  • April 14, 15, and 16 (correct)
  • May 10, 11, and 12
  • March 12, 13, and 14
  • June 1, 2, and 3

What is the purpose of Khmer families preparing food during the Khmer New Year?

<p>To present to the temple's monks in exchange for blessings (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the author's sentiment towards the recipient of the letter?

<p>Gratitude and respect (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

I am excited to deliver the second ______, which features a unique Khmer New Year dish.

<p>postcard</p> Signup and view all the answers

My family and I are doing ______ well.

<p>incredibly</p> Signup and view all the answers

Cambodians prepare and consume traditional dishes such as ______ during Khmer New Year.

<p>Nom Banh Chok</p> Signup and view all the answers

My family, like the other ______, prepares food to present to the temple's monks in exchange for their blessings.

<p>Kmers</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Khmer New Year is significant because it provides the opportunity to celebrate with ______ and friends.

<p>family</p> Signup and view all the answers

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