You might want to read up a little on the culture before you get there.
去那儿之前,你应该读一些关于那边文化方面的书。
The bird loves her nest.
鸟爱自己的窝。
I'm not sure. I ought to do some studying, as I've got masses of work to do, but I think I'll be too tired. Maybe I'll just watch the news on television and go to bed early.