Проект по английскому языку "Масленица"

Maslenitsa is celebrated in many cities. On this holiday people

often go out to entertain themselves and play games.Also, a holiday like Maslenitsa lasts seven days. The celebration begins a week before Lent.This week in Russia is called "Cheese Week", as it is allowed to eat butter and dairy products for seven days.

divided into narrow one they were - the first three

days and wide one - the last four days. Each day of the Maslenitsa has its own special meaning. On Monday and Tuesday, people had different entertainments: ice skating, songs, dances, ditties, round dances, jumping over a fire .

on Wednesday. Pancakes are the main dish. Previously, in Russia,

pancakes were considered a symbol of the sun. Besides pancakes, there are other different baking on the table.

Maslenitsa.There is a tradition all over Russia each other for

forgiveness.That is why this day is called Shrove Sunday.The symbol of the holiday is considered a scarecrow, which is burned at the stake. Burning a scarecrow is a rite that is dedicated to seeing off winter and meeting spring.Maslenitsa is a very funny and interesting holiday, which amuses with its entertainments and traditions

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false.
1) The Maslenitsa lasts 14 days.
2) The symbol of the

Maslenitsa is scarecrow.
3) The main dish is pies.
4) Pancakes are a symbol of the sun.
5) Burning a scarecrow is not a special rite.
Exercise 2 Choose the correct answer.
How many days does Maslenitsa last?
a) 5 days
b) 7 days
c) 10 days
What day of the week is a rich table set?
a) Monday
b) Wednesday
c) Sunday
What day of the week do you apologize to each other?
a) Saturday
b) Friday
c) Sunday
Exercise 3 Give an answer to the question: What does the ritual of burning effigies mean?