GRAFTON FESTIVAL - SOUND

The video describes the Jacaranda Festival in Grafton, New South Wales, highlighting the Maypole Dance performed by schoolgirls. It is the second annual celebration of the jacaranda trees, which were planted many years ago. The festival features ribbons and floral decorations under a natural archway, creating a picturesque setting. The video draws a parallel between the blooming trees and the youthful dancers, both in their springtime glory.

What event do schoolgirls participate in when jacarandas bloom in Grafton?

• Parade

• Tree Planting

• Flower Arrangement

• Maypole Dance

What is the purpose of the annual jacaranda festival?

• To promote local businesses

• To commemorate a historical event

• To honor the avenue of jacaranda trees

• To celebrate the harvest season

What elements complete the setting of the festival?

• Art exhibitions

• Fireworks and music

• Ribbons and floral decorations

• Food stalls and games

What do the star-laden limbs symbolize in the festival setting?

• The passage of time

• The beauty of nature

• The glory of youth

• The wisdom of elders

In which season do both the jacarandas and the youth find themselves during the festival?

• Spring

• Winter

• Autumn

• Summer