Monday 21 December 2020

THIS IS CHRISTMAS

 

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Watch the video about Christmas in Britain.  Compare the traditions to the ones in your own country.


Watch the video.  Write down the following:

- country
- interesting Christmas tradition.

Do they talk about your country?  Is what they say true?



The above video is about Christmas in South Africa.  What do you think Christmas tradtions are like in that country?  Make some predictions then compare them to what you see in the video.

Watch the video again.  Write down the questions that the interviewer asks.  Then answer them.



What are the origins of Christmas?

Watch the video and answer these questions.

1.  They mention the Norse country, Ancient Rome and the Roman Empire.  What have these places got to do with Christmas?

2.  What festivals were celebrated there?

3.  When were the festivals celebrated?

4.  Why is Christmas celebrated on the 25th December?

5.  Why do we put Christmas trees in our homes?