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What main languages are spoken here?:

Hungarian is the main language that is spoken. Some people here speak English as well.

What type of money is used here?:

The money used in Hungary is Hungarian forints or HUFs. The conversion rate is about 250 Forints to one U.S. dollar. The money is very colorful, and I like it more than U.S. currency because of that. 

How much does a bottle of water cost?:

A bottle of water only costs around 150-200 forints. It is cheaper than a dollar. 

What was the best meal this week?:

The best meal I had this week was Hungarian goulash. It is a special type of stew with potatoes, carrots, garlic, and beef. It warms you up and has a great spice to it. 

What music did I listen to this week?:

I got to hear traditional folk music this weekend at a harvest festival. 

What activity was the most fun this week?:

The most fun activity this week was attending the traditional harvest festival. The townspeople go from town to town and have a grand time. They celebrate with dance and food, and once everyone is full and satisfied they move to the next town. 

What did I read this week?:

This week I read a couple of short stories from Hungarian authors. I also read a book called Embers for my literature class.

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