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HOLIDAYS in the WORLD
In the world, people observe the following religious holidays, legal
festivals, and celebrations, during different seasons.
Here are some of them:
Religious Holidays:

● Christmas (December 25, 26)
It is celebrated by Christians all over the world. They celebrate the birth of the
Son of God, Jesus. It is a time of joy when families go to Church to pray and
then share a rich meal at home. The favorite foods are walnut, raisins, and other
fruits sweet baked bread or Panettone. On this day, children receive presents
under the Christmas tree. They believe that Santa Claus brings them toys,
clothes, and books because they were good during the year.

A. What is Panettone? Find the meaning and a picture to illustrate.

B. What presents or gifts are offered on this occasion?

 Easter (Celebrated in spring by the Christian world)

It is a holiday dedicated to Christ Resurrection from the dead, after
being crucified. It is also an occasion to welcome spring. People dress with new
clothes and go to Church. Children go hunting colored eggs.
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● Eid al-Fitr
It is a day, usually in fall/ autumn, when Muslims around the world
celebrate the break of the Ramadan fasting period. Families get together and
eat delicious food, after first gathering to pray at the Mosque. Girls and women
have floral shapes painted with henna on their hands and feet.
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Rosh Hashanah or “Head [of] the year”
It is the Jewish New Year. Rosh Hashanah is a two-day celebration in
Fall/Autumn.
The day is believed to be the anniversary of the creation of Adam and Eve, the
first man and woman. Rosh Hashanah customs include sounding the shofar (a
hollowed-out ram’s horn).
Symbolic foods such as apples dipped in honey are eaten for a “sweet new
year”. People go to and pray in synagogue and spend time for personal
reflection.