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What main languages are spoken here?:

Mandarin and Sichuanese are the main languages spoken here. Although the language of this region of China is Sichuanese, the official language in China is Mandarin.

What type of money is used here?:

China uses the Chinese Yuan. On most bills, there is a picture of Mao Zedong, the founding father of the People's Republic of China.

How much does a bottle of water cost?:

A bottle of water usually costs 2 Yuan, or about 30 cents in US dollars.

What was the best meal this week?:

The best meal this week was a bowl of noodles I had with spicy beef in Chongqing. It came with roasted chickpeas and a fried egg. I love eggs!

What music did I listen to this week?:

The only music I listened to was the bustling sound of people in the city. I try my best not to seperate myself from the rest of the world by pumping loud music. This way I can immerse myself into the Chinese culture. 

What activity was the most fun this week?:

I rode a cable car for the first time. I was so scared, but I had a friend there that talked me through it. Turned out, it wasn't too bad.

What did I read this week?:

I learned to read a subway map in Chinese. By the end of the weekend, I knew where I was going without having to ask for help. 

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