Unit 4 lessons 4.1 and 4.
2 word defintion matches
1 Can You Match These Words to Their Definitions?
1 decorations a a large and elaborate meal, usually eaten on special occasions or
holidays.
2 candles b outfits worn to represent a specific character, theme, or time period,
often used for parties or performances.
3 lanterns c a picture, object, or idea that represents something else, often with a
deeper meaning.
4 parades d a designated area on the Earth's surface that follows a standard time,
usually based on its longitude.
5 date line e an imaginary line on the Earth's surface that marks where one day
ends and another begins.
6 celebration f small, portable lights that can be carried or hung up for decoration or
illumination.
7 fireworks g sources of artificial or natural light, often used for decoration or to
brighten a space.
8 time zone h a joyful gathering or event to mark a special occasion or achievement.
9 time travel i the concept of traveling through time, either forward or backward,
using technology or supernatural means.
10 costumes j processions of people, vehicles, or animals moving through the
streets to celebrate an event or holiday.
11 lights k sticks of wax with a wick in the middle that can be lit and used as a
source of light or for decoration.
12 feast l colorful explosions in the sky that are used to celebrate special
occasions or events.
13 symbol m items used to make a place look more attractive or festive, such as
banners, streamers, or balloons.
2 Can You Spot the Target Words in These Sentences?
1 Fireworks light up the sky during the 4th of July celebration.
2 The American flag is a symbol of freedom and independence.
3 People gather in the city center for the New Year's Eve celebration.
4 Lanterns are a popular decoration during Chinese New Year.
5 The Christmas tree with its colorful lights is a beautiful symbol of the holiday season.
6 We lit candles on the birthday cake before singing happy birthday.
7 The house was filled with colorful decorations for the Halloween party.
8 The parade will begin at noon and end at the town square.
9 My children love to dress up in costumes for Halloween.
10 Family and friends gather together to enjoy a feast on Thanksgiving.
11 The date line determines where one day ends and another begins.
12 Be sure to check the time zone before booking your flight.
13 The science fiction movie explored the concept of time travel.
3 Time to Read!
New Year's Eve 2011
The whole world is going to celebrate the New Year, but not at the same time. Different
countries have different dates and times. It's a bit like time travel!
Sydney, Australia
The celebrations start in Sydney at 6 p.m. local time on December 31st with a big firework
display. The fireworks are over the Harbour Bridge and the Opera House. Thousands of people
watch the display from boats on the harbour.
Beijing, China
In China, this is the Year of the Dragon. People decorate their houses with red lanterns and
lights. They also give each other special red envelopes with money inside. There is a big party
in Beijing's Tiananmen Square. At midnight there are huge firework displays all over the city.
Moscow, Russia
Russians celebrate the New Year with a big feast. They eat lots of food and drink a lot of vodka!
In Red Square, thousands of people watch the clock on the Kremlin tower. When the clock
strikes midnight, they sing the national anthem and hug each other.
London, England
In London, Big Ben is famous for its bells. On New Year's Eve, Big Ben rings twelve times at
midnight. There are big parties and firework displays in Trafalgar Square and on the River
Thames. People also go to clubs and bars to dance and sing.
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
In Rio, the weather is hot at New Year. More than two million people go to Copacabana Beach to
watch the firework display. They also listen to music and watch the samba dancers. Many
people wear white clothes because it is a symbol of peace.
New Year's Day 2012
When the New Year arrives in one country, it's still the old year in another country. So if you
want to be the first person to celebrate the New Year, follow the date line and the time zones -
and don't go to bed!
4 Can You Fill in the Blanks?
feast, symbol, date line, lanterns, lights, fireworks, time travel
New Year's Eve 2011
The whole world is going to celebrate the New Year, but not at the same time. Different
countries have different dates and times. It's a bit like _____(1)!
Sydney, Australia
The celebrations start in Sydney at 6 p.m. local time on December 31st with a big firework
display. The _____(2) are over the Harbour Bridge and the Opera House. Thousands of people
watch the display from boats on the harbour.
Beijing, China
In China, this is the Year of the Dragon. People decorate their houses with red _____(3) and
_____(4). They also give each other special red envelopes with money inside. There is a big
party in Beijing's Tiananmen Square. At midnight there are huge firework displays all over the
city.
Moscow, Russia
Russians celebrate the New Year with a big _____(5). They eat lots of food and drink a lot of
vodka! In Red Square, thousands of people watch the clock on the Kremlin tower. When the
clock strikes midnight, they sing the national anthem and hug each other.
London, England
In London, Big Ben is famous for its bells. On New Year's Eve, Big Ben rings twelve times at
midnight. There are big parties and firework displays in Trafalgar Square and on the River
Thames. People also go to clubs and bars to dance and sing.
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
In Rio, the weather is hot at New Year. More than two million people go to Copacabana Beach to
watch the firework display. They also listen to music and watch the samba dancers. Many
people wear white clothes because it is a _____(6) of peace.
New Year's Day 2012
When the New Year arrives in one country, it's still the old year in another country. So if you
want to be the first person to celebrate the New Year, follow the _____(7) and the time zones -
and don't go to bed!
Correct Answers
1 Correct Answers:
1 m 2 k 3 f 4 j 5 e 6 h 7 l 8 d
9 i 10 b 11 g 12 a 13 c
4 Correct Answers:
1 time travel 2 fireworks 3 lanterns 4 lights 5 feast
6 symbol 7 date line
