1. The pictures are about Christmas (December 25), Day of the Dead (November 1–2), Easter (variable date, usually March or April), Halloween (October 31), Chinese New Year (variable date, January or February), and Valentine’s Day (February 14).
2. My favorite holiday as a child was Christmas because I loved receiving gifts and the festive atmosphere with decorations and family gatherings.
3. I usually see fireworks on New Year’s Eve and Independence Day; I’ve lit small sparklers but never large fireworks for safety reasons.
4. The most important day in my country is Independence Day, which celebrates national freedom and identity through parades, concerts, and fireworks.
5. Yes, I send cards or emails for birthdays, Christmas, and New Year’s to friends and family to express good wishes and stay connected.
6. The next public holiday in my country is Thanksgiving (fourth Thursday in November); I usually have a big family dinner and watch football.
7. Yes, my country celebrates Christmas; it’s celebrated with tree decorating, gift exchanges, church services, and festive meals.
8. Yes, there are special foods: turkey at Thanksgiving, tamales at Christmas, and mooncakes at Mid-Autumn Festival.
9. My country has about 10 public holidays each year, including New Year’s Day, Labor Day, and national anniversaries.
10. Yes, people dress up for Halloween, wearing costumes like ghosts or superheroes; some also wear traditional attire during cultural festivals.
11. I find Japan’s Golden Week interesting—it’s a cluster of four national holidays in late April/early May, creating a long vacation period.
12. Holidays give presents like toys, clothes, books, and electronics; I like practical gifts such as gadgets or gift cards.
13. Yes, I once received a broken toy that didn’t work; it was from a distant relative who didn’t know my interests.
14. I’d like to wear a dragon costume to a Halloween party—it’s colorful, dramatic, and fun to move around in.
15. Yes, we have parades for Independence Day and Carnival; you can see floats, marching bands, dancers, and giant puppets.
16. We have Veterans Day (November 11) to honor those who served in wars; it’s marked by ceremonies and moments of silence.
17. I don’t particularly enjoy April Fools’ Day because pranks can sometimes be hurtful or embarrassing.
18. Yes, I decorate for Christmas with lights, a tree, stockings, and wreaths; I hang ornaments and place candles around the house.
19. Yes, we have long weekends for Memorial Day, Labor Day, and Presidents’ Day; they’re meant for travel, barbecues, and relaxation.
20. I know Easter involves religion—it commemorates Jesus’ resurrection; we celebrate with church services, egg hunts, and family meals.
21. Thanksgiving originated from a 1621 harvest feast shared by Pilgrims and Native Americans; it became a national holiday to give thanks for blessings.
22. People usually celebrate New Year’s Eve with parties, countdowns, fireworks, and toasting with champagne at midnight.
23. Yes, I made a resolution to exercise more; I kept it for about three months before life got busy.
24. I’d create “Gratitude Day” on November 1 to thank people who helped me; it would involve handwritten notes and small tokens of appreciation.
25. Christmas and Valentine’s Day involve a lot of shopping and spending money on gifts, decorations, and dining out.
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