Langley Christian School

Greeting
I am Good. Sir/Madam. Thank you. ( how are you today ?)

1. Could you introduce yourself ?

My Chinese name is Shiqi Cai, and you can also call me Chloe. I am from Chengdu,
Sichuan Province, China. Currently/Now, I am 14 and I am an 8 th grade student
and I am studying in Chengdu Experimental School. I guess I am a friendly and
easygoing girl and I like to make friends with people from different places. I
really appreciate this interview opportunity and I really want to study in your
school and learn some useful knowledge from your teachers and students.

2. What's your hobby/interest ? What’ s your favorite subject ?

In my free time, one of my biggest passion/interest is swimming and playing ping
pong/badminton with my parents or friends. Also, I used to learn Chinese
painting and dancing in school.

My favorite subject at school is English. Because I have a very good English

teacher and I found myself to have talent in learning languages and I can learn
English easily than other subjects and I can always get good grades in English.

3. Why you choose to study in Canada/Vancouver abroad?

Firstly, I think Canada is a very beautiful and clean country with lots of natural
views. The transport is very convenient and it is a safe place to live in (Food is
very healthy) Also I think Canadians(people in Canada) are very friendly and
kind. The most important thing is that the education system in Canada is very
comprehensive and developed/advanced. From my knowledge, Canada’s
education focuses on improving students’ creativity and individuality 创造性和
个性， while Chinese education is more rote-learning. So I think by studying in
Canada, I can learn lots of useful knowledge that is different from China. And I
can develop some understanding of study/discover my potentials 发掘我的潜力
in different areas and become more independent and active in study.

4. Why do you study in our school ? how do you know us ? What do you know
about our school ?
Well, first of all, I saw some pictures on the school website, I think the school has
a very beautiful and clean environment with lots of natural views.
And I know the discipline in your school is good, so I believe I can study under a
good learning atmosphere/environment in your school.

The most important thing is that I think your school has well-equipped teaching
facilities and resources, Also, the school has cultivated/produced many
excellent/talented students. So I believe that with the guide under your school’s
program, I can realize my goal/aim in study and enter a prestigious/famous
university in Canada in the future.

A teacher in my school introduced your school to me and he told me lots of

information about your school. And besides, one of my mother’s friend’s
daughter graduated from this school and she told us she learned lots of useful
things from the school and gained some achievements in study. So I think your
school is the best choice for me.
5. What do you like best in Canada?

I like the lifestyle in Canada the best. That is because I think the lifestyle there is
very comfortable and relaxing and if I am going to study and live in Canada, I
want to live happily and enjoy the life there.

Also, I think the Canadian are very friendly and kind. So I would like to make
friends with some local people and know more about Canada.

6. What’s your favorite course/subject at school ?

My favorite subject at school is English. Because I have a very good English

teacher and when I have some questions in English, he always helps me with my
English patiently. And he always designs different kinds of English games or
plays, which make me enjoy the class.

Also, I found myself to have talent in learning languages and I can learn English
easier than other subjects and I can always get good grades in English.

7. If you meet some difficulties in study/life when you are in

Canada, how will you solve them?

Firstly, I think I am quite independent in study, so I will try to figure it out by
myself, such as search some information in the library or on the Internet . But if I
really can’t solve the problem, I will ask my teachers and classmates for help.
Maybe they can give me some good ideas/suggestions to solve the problem.

miss home/family/lonely-
first of all, I will try to call or video chat with my parents and tell them my daily
life in Canada. And meanwhile, I can take part in different activities or clubs in
school and then I can make some new friends. So maybe I won’t feel lonely that
much.

9. What do you think about changing school?

 Well, honestly, I think changing school is difficult for a student. Because maybe
the student already gets used to the relationship between the friends or teachers,
or maybe the teaching style and system in former school, so I think a student
need to adjust himself/herself to the new environment of the new school.

10 . what do you need to prepare for studying in Canada ?

First of all, I need to improve my English skills, so to make sure that I can
understand what the teachers are teaching and communicate with
locals/classmates fluently.
Secondly, I guess I need to prepare myself both physically and mentally. I need to
be a fast-learner and so I can adjust to the new environment in Canada quickly.

prepare some daily necessaries- favorite snacks

11. Do you like your current school ?

Some part I really like but there is something I dislike. The thing that I like is the
teachers and classmates in my school are very friendly and kind. So I really enjoy
the school life. However, I don’t like the food in the cafeteria, sometimes it’s not
that delicious and healthy. Another part is that some of our PE classes are
replaced by some required courses like math or Chinese. So I don't have enough
time to exercise. that’s the part I don’t like .

Additional questions
12. what’s the subject you dislike at school ?
Honestly, I don’t like physics. Because just most girl students, I found myself have
more talents in arts subjects like English or Chinese instead of science subjects.
Besides, my physics teacher doesn't really focus on individual students’ learning
process. So that's why I find physics is difficult for me but I will still try my best to
learn this subject.

13. what do you like to do out of school ?

You know, as a matter of fact, Chinese education is very strict and we have lots of
homework to do. After I finish the homework, I often help my mom to do the
housework and I often have a walk with my parents. Also I like hanging out with
my friends such as watching movies and going shopping.

14. What do you like to read out of school ?

Journey to the West fantasy/master lead his three apprentices to find the truth in
the west. storyline fantasy stories /improve creative thinking /character vivid/
Monkey King / set me a good role model in my life.
Reading/improve my reading abilities & broaden my horizons
15. Tell me a little bit about your family
happy 3 people/teacher/lessons of life& influence me to be a good person to
society/manager/ strict/focus on details in everything
family tradition/travel/enjoy the time when we are together

16. who’s your hero / who has influenced your life ?

mom/traits/kind & helpful/smile/positive attitude towards life

17 how will you contribute to our school?

excellent student in study. I can represent my school to attend some

competition /win prize/get into a prestigious university Toronto/proud of me

18 what your biggest strength/weakness?

fast-learner/quickly understand/apply the learning method/knowledge in my
homework and use it flexibly
a little quick-tempered /finish the task quickly/miss some details/more careful

19 What do you like to do for fun ?

watching movies/foreign/special effect/thought-provoking plot/actors&
actresses

20 Tell me about your friends. How would describe you ?

make lots friends at school/only a few are my best friends.

kind & considerate/fail on the exam/difficulties in relationship with

teachers/families/friends/comfort/help them when they are in a bad mood

21. what do you be in the future ? /what’s your dream ?

translator/because good at learning languages/it is a decent/respect./help
people who don’t know other languages/communicate with each other
fluently/promote the relationship between people/countries

22.any questions ?
timetable of your school, differences between China and Canada/
interesting festivals/traditions of your school
food