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M: What is the most interesting Thai festival?
W: I think file most interesting Thai festival is Songkran. Songkran is a Thai traditional New "Year which starts on April 13 every year and lasts for 3 days. At this time, people from the rural areas who are working in the city usually return home to celebrate the festival. Thus, when the time comes, Bangkok temporarily turns into a deserted city.
M: Please tell me about the climate in Thailand.
W: Thailand has three seasons: the hot season, the rainy season, and the cool season. But really, it’s always hot.
M: Do you like Thai food?
W: I love Thai food. Thai food is fantastic. It’s very good, usually spicy. Yes, Thailand has wonderful food.
M: What sports do you like?
W: My favorite Thai sport is Muay Thai, or Thai kickboxing. It’s very popular in Thailand. There are two large stadiums in Bangkok, and many, many people watch Thai fighting. It’s very popular. I like it a lot.
M: Do Thai people keep elephants around the household?
W: Most Thai people do not have elephants. Only special people, usually in the north and northeast part of Thailand, keep elephants.
M: Have you ever ridden an elephant?
W: Yes, I have. I rode an elephant in the north part el Thailand. Many people go to the north and they ride elephants in the mountains and in the jungle. It’s very nice.
M: Where is the best place to dive in Thailand?
W: I think the best place to dive in Thailand are the Surin and Similan islands. There is a national marine park, very, very beautiful.
M: Is Japanese manga popular in Thailand?
W: Yes, Japanese manga is very popular. They translate from Japanese into Thai, and many Thai people like Japanese manga.
M: What are some traditional Thai instruments?
W: I can’t remember the Thai name, but my favorite...there’s a xylophone and it’s very beautiful, very popular in Thailand.