Test on UK and USA Holiday Traditions
UK and USA Holiday Traditions: A Student's Guide
Test: Holidays in the UK and USA
20 questions
Question 1: Christmas is a holiday observed by some families going to church to commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
A. Ano
B. Ne
Explanation: Many families go to church on Christmas because it is the day Jesus Christ was born, not to commemorate his crucifixion. The crucifixion is remembered on Good Friday.
Question 2: During Christmas, people exclusively eat turkey, potatoes, and vegetables.
A. Ano
B. Ne
Explanation: While people usually eat turkey, potatoes, and vegetables for Christmas, the study materials state that in England, they also have Christmas pudding or minced pie, meaning these are not the exclusive foods eaten.
Question 3: Bonfire Night remembers a successful attempt by a group to blow up the House of Lords in 1605.
A. Ano
B. Ne
Explanation: Bonfire Night commemorates the year 1605 when a group *tried* to blow up the House of Lords, not a successful attempt.
Question 4: Children receive presents in the morning at Christmas and believe Santa Claus comes down the chimney as part of the traditions.
A. Ano
B. Ne
Explanation: The study materials state that Christmas traditions include children getting presents in the morning and believing Santa Claus comes down the chimney.
Question 5: In England, children paint eggs and have an "egg race" during Easter.
A. Ano
B. Ne
Explanation: The study materials explicitly state: "England: Children paint eggs and have an an "egg race" (rolling eggs down a hill)."