Part 1
Fishing
- Is fishing popular in your country?
Fishing is indeed quite popular in my country. It's a recreational activity enjoyed by many, especially in coastal regions and near lakes or rivers. Many families have a tradition of going fishing together on weekends.
- Have you ever been to a place where there are lots of fish around you?
Absolutely, I've had the chance to visit some picturesque lakeside locations where fish abound. It's a serene experience, connecting with nature. The sparkling water and the gentle sound of the waves make it a perfect getaway.
- Have you seen any movies featuring lots of fish?
Yes, I've seen several movies featuring underwater worlds teeming with fish. These documentaries often reveal the astonishing diversity of marine life, which can be both mesmerizing and educational. So, I suppose a documentary is like a movie really…. oh oh, I have actually seen Finding Nemo, which is an animation, a really funny one, featuring a lot of fish and sea creatures.
- Why do some people like fishing?
Fishing is a calming sport…well, it's a hobby really for most people. I often see people from spring onwards, fishing on the landmark river in Beijing. Usually it's men who enjoy fishing. They sit underneath the willow trees on little chairs, with long fishing rods, and seem to sit there all day hoping to get a bite from a fish. Often I think they do it just as a form of relaxation, more than the desire to actually catch lots of fish. There's a number of ancient Chinese stories, one by the philosopher, Zhuang Zi, where he talks about the calming benefits of fishing.
- Do you like eating fish?
I love eating fish, although I don't like dealing with fish bones. I like simple white fish or salmon, served with a light sauce. Fish is apparently very good for you and have a number of essential oils in it. I actually prefer sea and river fish than other types of seafood like crabs or lobsters.
- Where can you see fish?
There are lots of places to see fish in my city. Firstly we have some really nice parks. It's quite common in Chinese parks to have ponds and lakes with goldfish and carp in them, so if we go to the park on the weekend it's very likely we will sit by the ponds and look at the fish. Apart from that there are quite a few people who keep fish in aquariums in their homes. Goldish or even sometimes tropical fish.
