VOICED: Czechs keep carp extra fresh for Christmas dinner

The video explores the Czech tradition of keeping Christmas carp, highlighting its cultural significance and the practices surrounding it. It discusses the role of carp as a temporary pet for children, the farming and sales peak during the holiday season, and the varying consumer preferences for live or prepacked carp. The tradition is cherished by many but criticized by animal rights advocates.

What is the initial purpose of keeping a carp in the bath during Christmas in the Czech Republic?

• To keep it warm

• To use it as a decoration

• To clean the bath

• To serve as a temporary pet for children

Why do some people in the Czech Republic dislike the Christmas carp tradition?

• It is opposed by animal rights advocates

• It is too time-consuming

• It is too expensive

• It is not traditional

Who is typically responsible for killing the carp in Czech households?

• The father

• The mother

• The grandparents

• The children

What is the main reason for harvesting carp at this time of year?

• It is a holiday tradition

• The weather is suitable

• It is the peak sales period

• The fish are fully grown

What option do some customers prefer instead of keeping the carp alive at home?

• Having it prepacked

• Releasing it into a river

• Using it as a decoration

• Feeding it to other animals