New Years Day Reading Comprehension

New Years Day Reading Comprehension

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8th Grade

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7 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the origin of the practice of making New Year's resolutions?

Ancient Greeks

Medieval Europeans

Ancient Babylonians

Renaissance Italians

2.

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30 sec • 1 pt

New Year's Day continues to be a time of ___ and optimism for the future, whether it's making resolutions, participating in festive celebrations, or simply spending time with loved ones.

3.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What are some ancient traditions and customs associated with New Year's Day?

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4.

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30 sec • 1 pt

The concept of a new year has always been a time for reflection, renewal, and ___ beginnings.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which ancient civilizations celebrated New Year's Day for thousands of years?

Babylonians

Egyptians

Romans

Greeks

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the concept of a new year mark?

End of the harvest season and the beginning of winter

Time for celebration and parties

Time for spring and new beginnings

Time for summer and outdoor activities

7.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Why did Julius Caesar establish January 1st as the beginning of the new year in ancient Rome?

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