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Every country has different holidays with many customs and traditions. One of the most important public occasions in my country is the Victory Day that is connected with our history. It was introduced in 1945. It is widely celebrated on the 9th of May. This patriotic holiday marks the victory of the USSR over the Nazi Germany. Every year in honour of this day people enjoy beautiful parades and colourful fireworks. But May 9 is a sad day for the majority of our population because many people have lost their loved friends and close relatives during this ruthless war. In spite of this fact Russian people love the atmosphere of this day and congratulate each other because the Victory Day unites the nation.

Which holiday is this text about?

What is this day connected with?

When did people start to celebrate the Victory Day?

Why is May 9 a sad day for the people of our country?

Why do people love the atmosphere of the day?

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important customs widely religious mark an anniversary Day holiday behavior traditions rules occasion celebrate preserve Thanksgiving follow

Следовать обычаям

Сохранять традиции

Религиозный праздник

Отмечать годовщину

Правила поведения

Важное событие

Широко праздновать

День благодарения


№3. Дополните предложения, чтобы получились разделительные вопросы.

Many people have lost their loved ones and close relatives during this ruthless war,_______?

Russian people can celebrate Christmas too,_______?

My sister likes old national traditions very much,_______?

There are many interesting national holidays in Russia,______?

Anna congratulated me yesterday,_______?