A2 New Years Traditions

Do you agree or disagree: New Year’s celebrations force people to buy things they can’t afford.

Do you agree or disagree: People always forget their New Year’s resolutions after a few weeks.

Do you agree or disagree: Public events for New Year's lead to overcrowding in cities, chaos, and crime.

How many grapes do people in Spain & Mexico eat at Midnight?

Would you rather: stay up until midnight on New Year's Eve to celebrate or go to bed early so that you can wake up early on New Year’s Day.

Do you agree or disagree: Fireworks are a waste of money, and can harm the environment.

Which country is this: They also use colourful decorations, like piñatas, and set off fireworks welcome the new year with joy and excitement.

What is it?

What can we see in the sky on New Years eve?

Would you rather: celebrate New Year’s Eve with your family or with your friends.

What is "li xi"? What is the purpose of li xi in relation to the New Year?

In which countries do people celebrate Lunar New Year?

How do people celebrate the New Year in Japan?

Would you rather: cook a traditional New Year's dinner at home with friends and family or go to a local restaurant with friends an

In _________________________, the New Year's celebrations are famous for their colourful and energetic atmosphere. People often dress in white, believing it brings good luck.

Where can we watch the ball drop?

Do you agree or disagree: New Year’s parties are great as they bring communities and families together.

If you could go anywhere in the world for New Year’s Eve, where would you go?

Which country do they do this:

How do you usually celebrate the New Year?

Would you rather: watch fireworks displays from all around the world on TV or go to a local fireworks display with friends and family.

What is your favourite holiday of the year? Explain why.