New Year’s Eve – Questions based on a video

What is the traditional activity that many people in America and Great Britain participate in at midnight on New Year's Eve?

• Singing Auld Lang Syne

• Jumping into fountains

• Throwing calendars out of windows

• Watching fireworks

In which location in London do large numbers of people gather to celebrate New Year's Eve?

• • Buckingham Palace

• Trafalgar Square

• The London Eye

• Hyde Park

What happens at midnight in Times Square, New York City?

• A giant balloon is released

• People sing Auld Lang Syne

• The words "Happy New Year" appear on an electronic sign

• People throw old calendars out of windows

What unusual custom is mentioned in the text that takes place in some American cities on New Year’s Eve?

• • People exchange gifts

• People throw their old calendars out of windows

• People wear costumes and masks

• • People gather to watch fireworks

How is New Year’s Eve referred to in Scotland?

• New Year’s Day

• Hogmanay

• Winter Solstice

• • Festival of Fire

What types of events do people in Scotland enjoy on Hogmanay?

• Fireworks, concerts, and celebrations in the streets

• Ice skating and outdoor games

• Storytelling and family gatherings

• Dancing and eating traditional foods

What is a common New Year’s resolution mentioned in the text?

• To go to more parties

• To clean the room regularly

• To get a new job

• To travel more

According to the text, how successful are most people at keeping their New Year’s resolutions?

• Most people keep their resolutions

• Very few people keep their resolutions

• Most people forget about them immediately

• Some people keep them, but most do not

Why do some people in New York City celebrate in Times Square on New Year's Eve?

• To see the fireworks display

• To hear live music performances

• To watch the words “Happy New Year” appear on a large sign

• To meet friends and family

What is one of the reasons why New Year’s Eve is especially important in Scotland?

• • It marks the start of the new school year

• It is considered the most important celebration of the year

• It is a time for families to reunite

• It is a religious holiday