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Read the text and answer what do people in the Czech Republic do?

New Year Traditions

In the Czech Republic, fireworks light up the sky. In Prague, visitors can watch fantastic fireworks on the world-famous Charles Bridge after the clock strikes midnight. All across the country, people gather in pubs, clubs, and city squares to celebrate New Year.

Read the text and answer what do people in Ecuador do?

In Ecuador, thousands of life-size dolls representing misfortunes from the past year are burnt in the streets. They are made from newspapers and pieces of wood, and at midnight everyone gathers outside their homes to burn the dolls together.

Read the text and answer what do people in China do?

The Chinese New Year happens in January or early February. Traditions are different across China, but many include cleaning. The grounds, the walls, and every corner of the house need to be cleaned to drive misfortunes away.

What do people in Japan do on New Year?

On New Year’s Eve in Japan, Buddhist temples ring their bells 108 times to welcome Toshigami, the New Year’s God. The Japanese also send thank-you cards that wish a Happy New Year and give thanks to friends and relatives.

What do people in Estonia do?

Some people in Estonia believe that they should eat seven, nine, or twelve meals on New Year’s Eve. It 1s believed that the person gets more strength with each meal eaten. Part of the meal is left unfinished for the spirits of ancestors who visit the house on New Year’s Eve.

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The History of the T-Shirt

At the beginning of the twentieth century the T-Shirt quickly became an American favourite. Now a century later the T-Shirt _______ as popular as ever.

The American T-Shirt began _______ WWI when American armed forces noticed European soldiers wearing a lightweight cotton undershirt on the hot European summer days.

These T-shirts were cool, comfortable and Americans liked them. Due to their simple ________ these shirts became known in the USA as «T-Shirts”.

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He _____ at 10 o'clock this morning.

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He _____ Mary yesterday.

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If you announce something, you say it in _____.

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If you drop that plate, it.......... into a million pieces.

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... is a water sport you do in the sea.

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You mustn't ... the ball with your hands when playing football.

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It's cold. You________________a cardigan.

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This work is … than that one.

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This is his book, and that book is … .

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He is one of ... parents I have ever known.

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We ... just .... home.

Have you ever ... (be) to China?

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I ... (wait) for my sister when the taxi ... (arrive).

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A cake ... (buy) yesterday by Peter.