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What main languages are spoken here?:

The main languages spoken are Cantonese, Mandarin and English. Cantonese is the most commonly spoken between locals. However, if you work in the service industry (like at a hotel) you have to speak all three! Mandarin is being taught over Cantonese in elementary schools, but most of the students speak Cantonese anyway, and so do all of my coworkers.

What type of money is used here?:

The Hong Kong Dollar (7 HKD = 1 USD)

How much does a bottle of water cost?:

9-13 HKD

What was the best meal this week?:

I was able to enjoy some noddle soup in Tai Po with excellent broth and great noodles!

What music did I listen to this week?:

I've mostly listened to pop music that I play on my phone or the pop that was being played in the Language Center!

What activity was the most fun this week?:

Teaching my first classes for the semester and getting to meet all of my new students was definitely the most fun this week! Hiking Dragon's Back was the most fun activity two weeks ago.

What did I read this week?:

I read "Babel: Around the World in 20 Languages" and "Grammar for IELTS." I also listened to the audio for "Murder on the Orient Express."

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