U.S. Federal Holidays and Celebrations

This video explores American federal holidays throughout the year, providing names, origins, and associated traditions. It covers New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, President's Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day. Each holiday is discussed in terms of its historical significance and cultural practices. The video also offers additional resources for learning English vocabulary related to these holidays.

What is the primary purpose of designating federal holidays in the United States?

• To promote tourism

• To honor significant events and people

• To increase retail sales

• To encourage international relations

Which iconic event is associated with New Year's Eve in Times Square, New York?

• Concert

• Parade of lights

• Ball drop

• Fireworks display

Martin Luther King Jr. Day is observed on which day of January?

• Second Monday

• First Monday

• Third Monday

• Fourth Monday

President's Day is primarily a celebration of which historical figure?

• Abraham Lincoln

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Adams

What is the main focus of Memorial Day in the United States?

• Recognizing veterans of all wars

• Commemorating the signing of the Constitution

• Honoring military personnel who died in combat

• Celebrating the end of World War II

Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of enslaved people in which state?

• Virginia

• Georgia

• Alabama

• Texas

Which activity is commonly associated with Independence Day celebrations?

• Pumpkin carving

• Fireworks

• Costume parties

• Easter egg hunt

Labor Day is often seen as the unofficial end of which season?

• Spring

• Summer

• Fall

• Winter

Columbus Day marks the anniversary of whose arrival in the Americas?

• Ferdinand Magellan

• Leif Erikson

• Christopher Columbus

• Amerigo Vespucci

Thanksgiving is traditionally celebrated on which day in November?

• First Thursday

• Third Thursday

• Fourth Thursday

• Second Thursday