Using your "Happy Holidays" passage, answer the following questions. Read carefully and use evidence from your text to support your answers.
During this time, there are many end of the year events which include: (Mark all that apply)
Match the word to its meaning. Each answer is used once.
| Draggable item | arrow_right_alt | Corresponding Item |
|---|---|---|
charity | arrow_right_alt | extremely crowded or full to capacity |
maximized | arrow_right_alt | an enjoyable activity or occasion |
celebration | arrow_right_alt | voluntary giving of help, or money, to others in need |
jam-packed | arrow_right_alt | make as large or great as possible |
December is a time for Happy Holidays with old and new traditions.
What are the characteristics of the following holidays? Sort each answer into one category.
celebrates the beginning of the new year on January 1st
ends on January 1st
celebrates with having parties, lighting fireworks, and having parades
everyday a candle is lit and a different tradition is practiced
has Christmas Eve on the 24th
people give gifts, visit family, and practice charity
celebrates the conclusion of the current year on December 31st
occurs on December 25th
last for 8 days and nights
celebrates many things like culture, arts, food, and family
gives gifts beginning on December 26th
Hanukkah
Christmas
Kwanzaa
New Year's Holiday
Holidays in December are so important; people will take a