neighbors: people greet each other warmly and sometimes stop for a chat. Families also stay mostly the same after crossing the ocean. Elderly members still live with their children instead of in care homes.

　　Another similarity is that many of us celebrate traditional Chinese holidays, such as Spring Festival. Although it's in a different country, the holidays are still commemorated with the same foods, entertainment and values as they are in China. My family, for instance, makes sure to watch the Spring Festival Gala each year.

　　While many aspects of Chinese culture definitely exist in Vancouver, there are also certain ways that the Chinese and Canadian cultures have mixed to create something new and special. Many children of Chinese immigrants, like myself, study in English at school and speak Chinese at home, leading to fluency (流利) in both languages. Chinese communities also celebrate Canadian holidays, like Halloween, which are not often celebrated in China.

　　Canadian culture has even taken on some Chinese foods and language. Chinese dishes are very popular throughout Canada, with many people eager (渴望的) to try them. More and more non-Chinese Canadians are learning the language in order to enjoy Chinese holiday celebrations and communicate with their Chinese peers.

　　As someone who grew up Chinese-Canadian, I am very proud of my unique background and how it has made me the person I am today.

4. According to the article, what are Chinese immigrants in the writer's community like?

　　A. They seem too busy to stop for a chat.

　　B. Elderly people prefer to stay in care homes.

　　C. They stick to many Chinese traditions and values.

　　D. Their lifestyles remain unchanged after moving to Canada.

5 What does the underlined word "commemorated" probably mean?

　　A. started B. spread C. described D. celebrated

6. How do children of Chinese immigrants get used to their lives in Canada?

　　A. They prefer Canadian foods to Chinese foods.

　　B. They speak both English and Chinese well.

　　C. They spend more time with non-Chinese Canadians.

　　D. They celebrate Western holidays instead of Chinese ones.

7. What does the author think of Canadians?

　　A. They are open to Chinese culture.

　　B. Many look down on Chinese immigrants.

　　C. They usually do better than Chinese people at school.

D. They are unhappy with the influence of Chinese culture.