Reaksa is 19 years old. She is a student in 12th grade at a high school in Siem Reap province. Her father is farmer and her mother is a housewife. Her two younger brothers are students in junior high school. She also has a younger brother and younger sister who are both studying in primary school.
Which Khmer Holiday is your favorite?
My favorite holiday is Pchum Ben day because I can go to the village where I was born and meet my grandparents and my parents and a lot of my relatives that are there too.
Which Khmer dish is your favorite?
Khmer curry pork and also chicken.
What would you like Americans to know about Cambodia?
I would like Americans to know about our traditional clothes and food.
What do you like to do in your free time?
In my free time I like to read books and short stories in English. There are a lot of short stories in the library. I like to listen to English songs and Khmer songs.
What do you like the most about Cambodia?
I like the smiles on people. The people are kind. They are friendly. There are a lot of traditions like dancing, singing songs, and speaking with Khmer people.
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