How is the weather today ? = What is the weather like today ?

——It’s very hot. / It’s windy.

How far is it from your hometown to Shanghai ?

——It’s 1,200 kilometres from my hometown to  Shanghai.

How long does it take you to cook this meal ?

——It takes me one hour to cook this meal.

How often do you write to your partents ?

——Twice a month.

How many girls are there in your class ?

——20. / There are 20 girls in my class.

How much is your new computer ?

—— 5,000 RMB.

How to say this in English ？