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St. Anthony’s Day

January 17 is St. Anthony’s Day in Mexico. It’s a day when people ask for protection for their animals. They bring their animals to church. But before the animals go into the church, the people usually dress them up in flowers.

Chusok

On August 15 of the lunar calendar, Koreans celebrate Chusok to give thanks for the harvest. Also on Chusok, a big meal with moon-shaped rice cake is eaten.

New Year’s Eve

One of the biggest celebrations in Argentina is New Year’s Eve. On the evening of December 31, families get together and have a big meal. At midnight, fireworks set everywhere and continue throughout the night. Friends and families meet at parties, which last until the next morning.

Setsubun

On the evening of February 3, people in Japanese families take one dried bean（豆）for each year of their age and throw the beans around their homes, shouting “Good luck in! Evil sprits out!” This is known as “Setsubun,” a time to celebrate the end of winter and the beginning of spring.

47. When is St. Anthony’s Day?

　　　 A. December 31.　　 B. August 15.　　　 C. February 3.　　 D. January 17.

48. Why do Koreans celebrate Chusok?

　　　 A. To celebrate the end of winter.

B. To give thanks for the harvest.

　　　 C. To wish their families good luck.

　　　 D. To ask for protection for their animals.

49. What do Japanese people do on Setsubun?

　　　 A. Bring their animals to church.

　　　 B. Meet friends and families at parties.

　　 C. Throw the beans around their homes.

D. Eat a big meal with moon-shaped cake.

47. D   48. B   49. C 

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