In the U.S. there are
many typical festivals that Americans celebrate with great enthusiasm.
Would you know tell me
some of the most important festivals celebrated there?
Independence Day
One of the most
important festivals is celebrated on July 4, Independence Day. On July 4, 1776
the United States signed the Declaration of Independence, definitely away from
the British Empire.
To celebrate that day
several public events such as parades, concerts and regional parties are held
in addition to the traditional fireworks.
Presidents Day
Another festival that is
also important is the Presidents day, held the third Monday in February in
honor of all past presidents of the United States of America like George
Washington.
Memorial Day
We can also highlight
other festival, Memorial Day. This festival is celebrated on the last Monday of
May each year to commemorate those who died in the country's wars . That day
people visit the graves of their deceased relatives , have served in the
military or not. Also it has become a day of family reunion. Officially the
birthplace of Memorial Day is Waterloo.
Columbus Day
Another festival is
known as Columbus Day , a name which was initially named in most Latin American
countries the party October 12 , held the second Monday in October
commemorating the discovery of America .
This commemorative feast
generally remains in Hispanoamerica, although many countries have given other
names such as Día de la Hispanidad in Spain.
Halloween
Another well-known in
the United States, sure you know, is Halloween festival, celebrated on the
night of October 31, the eve of All Saints.
Typical activities that
include Halloween are the famous trick or treating and costume parties, also
bonfires, visiting haunted houses, pranks, reading scary stories and viewing of
horror films.
Thanksgiving Day
And to finish, we will
highlight the Thanksgiving Day festival. The Thanksgiving Day is a traditional
celebration of the United States and Canada. In the United States is celebrated
on the fourth Thursday of November although originally was made last Thursday.
Generally during this festival family and friends gather to share a meal. It’s
considered as a secular holiday although its origins are religious.
- Why celebrated the Columbus Day?
ACTIVITIES
1. READING. Answer the following questions.
- What is the holiday that is celebrated every year on July 4th?
- What do you call the festival celebrated to remember all those who have died in the country’s wars?
- Why celebrated the Columbus Day?
2. LISTENING. Listen to the next song.
3. WRITING. Complete the empty spaces to complete the lyrics of this song with the words that appear in the chart.
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