1. British Culture Holidays Review: Holidays Review by Ruth Anderson 1

2. Review 1) What does the word "holiday" mean? –"holy day” 2

3. Review 2) What are New Year’s Resolutions? Promises people make to do something, often to better themselves in some specific way(s), in the coming year 3

4. Review 3) What is Valentine’s Day? A lovers' holiday, celebrated by giving of candy, flowers, or other gifts between couples in love 4

5. Review 4) What holiday has a bunny and eggs associated with it? Easter 5

6. Review 5) What is the most important holiday to Christians? Easter, as it commemorates the resurrection of Jesus 6

7. Review 6) What do people do on Halloween? Dress in costume 7

8. Review 7) What is the biggest holiday of the year in the West? Christmas 8

9. Review 8) How do non-religious people celebrate Christmas? As a family holiday 9

10. Review 9) What is a major activity of many Westerners during the month leading up to Christmas? Christmas shopping 10

11. Review 10) What is the name of the mythical figure who is said to bring toys to all children on Christmas morning? Santa Claus 11

12. Review 11) Singing is an important part of Christmas. What are the songs associated with Christmas called? Christmas carols 12

13. Review 12) What are other things associated with Christmas? Gift giving Christmas trees 13

14. Review 13) What is the national holiday of the Irish people called? St. Patrick’s Day 14

15. Review 14) What day is regarded as England’s National day? St. George’s Day 15

16. End of Holidays Review 16