英语角-圆桌会议 RoundTable - 春节对付熊孩子攻略

Topic1 Using Rope to Stop JaywalkingDuring Spring Festival, the streets of major cities are less busy than usual. But that doesn't mean pedestrians will stop jaywalking. Recently, Guizhouimplemented a new method to crackdown on jaywalking. When the red lights are on, the trafficwardens would stand at the zebra crossing and lift a rope in front of the pedestrians. Many citizens complain they feel humiliated by this.

Is this a good idea?

Topic2 China leaps into top spot for red wineIt looks like Chinese people won't be only drinking Bai Jiu during Spring Festival dinners. Wine may become a new item on the table. China has topped France and Italy to become the world's biggest consumer of red wine, according to a study by International Wine & Spirit Research commissioned by Vinexpo.

The survey shows that Chinese consumers downed 1.8 billion bottles of red wine last year, contributing to a 136 percent rise in consumption since 2008.

Why the massive surge in red wine drinking in China?

Is this survey providing an answer?

Topic3 Pricey airport foodA bowl of Chinese noodles costs 88 yuan, or $14.50, and 10 steamed dumplings, 60 yuan.

The high price of food at restaurants inside Taoxian Airport, Shenyang, Liaoning province, hasdrawn complaints from travelers.

One customer says prices at the airport are much higher than at other airports such as Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and Beijing Capital International Airport, and is comparable to some five-star hotels.

Airport food is expensive, but should there be a limit?

Is it normal that airport food is expensive?

Topic4 Fireworks sales slumpSetting off fireworks has been an essential part of the celebrations for the Chinese Lunar New Year which is just around the corner.

But this year, fireworks or no fireworks? That is the question for many Chinese.

Fireworks have been blamed for dust, sulfur dioxide and serious regional air pollution, andvendors across the nation are pessimistic about sales during Spring Festival due to concerns about heavy pollution.

Is sales slump of fireworks within expectation?

Topic5 Things We Can Do for Parents During Spring FestivalWhile Spring Festival is a time of reunion and joy, it may also turn into a time of rows and bickering between the younger generation and the elders. And for China, a country with the time-honored tradition of filialpiety, being nice kids seems to be the only way out for the younger ones.

Recently media gives out suggestions as to how to get along with parents and be nice to them during the Spring Festival. Do you think they're good suggestions?

Topic6 How to Deal With Xiong Hai Zi, Yours, and Others'

Spring festival is the time for relatives and friends to visit each other. But not all guests are welcome, especially the little ones. Are you ready to receive the wild children as guest? Many netizens now are sharing their bitter experiences of dealing with xiong hai zi online.