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Introduction 1 Research Methods 1 Research Findings 1-2 Discussion 2 Conclusion 3
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Abstract
This paper describes and analyzes the significance of the Chinese holidays celebrated in Suriname which has significances among the Surinamese people. These two significant holidays are: The Chinese New Year and The Chinese Moon Festival. They are also the most important and economic holiday for the Surinamese Chinese and also worldwide for the Chinese people. These holidays are not nationally in Suriname as yet. This is not only celebrated by the Chinese but also celebrated by the non-Chinese people. These Chinese holidays are to bring family members together for feasting and share happiness. They come together to enjoy their food on both Chinese New Year and The Chinese Moon Festival. Only on the Chinese Moon Festival, they celebrated by eating the moon cake. The Chinese holidays are celebrated worldwide by Chinese people.
1.0 2.0 Introduction
The purpose of this research is to present information about the Chinese significant which is important for the Chinese culture. The Chinese people has important holidays, which is celebrated worldwide. These holidays are: The Chinese New Year and The Chinese Moon Festivals. The Chinese New Year is to bring the family together for feasting. It is celebrated on the 15th day of the first month of the lunar calendar. The Chinese Moon Festivals is also an important Chinese holiday celebrated by the Chinese. This holiday takes place on the 15th day of the eight Chinese lunar month every year. This paper will give you information based on my research and my own experiences of what the holiday’s means and why it is celebrated. 3.0 Research Methodology
The information of the Chinese Holidays which are The Chinese New Year and The Chinese Moon Festivals is linked to many articles. First, basic information is taken from the
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