Traditions around the world A1 Reading comprehention

Which festival celebrates the visit of spirits?

• The kukeri festival

• The day of the death

• La tomatina

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Which festival is the shortest?

• The kukeri festival

• Day of the dead

• La tomatina

Answer explanation

"La tomatina lasts about one hour"

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When do people celebrate "La tomatina"?

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During the Kukeri festival the men dance and make loud noises with bells to attract spirits

• True

• False

Answer explanation

The men dance and make loud noises with bells. They do this to scare away bad spirits

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Read the text:

"Families make altars with photos, flowers, candles, and food. Bread of the Dead is a popular recipe. Some people also paint their faces to look like skeletons and dress in colorful clothes. The Day of the Dead is a happy celebration, not a sad one."

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