Christmas and Culture
In which month is Christmas celebrated?
December
Name one festival celebrated in India.
Diwali
Festivals always have the same meaning everywhere.
False
Which festival is associated with in India?
Diwali
Give a synonym for “celebrate”.
Mark / enjoy
Name one common cultural tradition linked to Christmas.
Gifts / family meal / decorations
What do festivals usually have in common?
Food, family, music, traditions
Food is an important part of many festivals.
True
Name one festival celebrated in winter.
Christmas / Lunar New Year
Use the word “tradition” in a sentence.
Correct sentence
Why is Christmas considered a cultural event in many countries today?
Family time, traditions, social habit
Explain how festivals help people connect socially.
Meeting family, sharing moments
Festivals only belong to one culture.
False
Give one similarity between Christmas and Diwali (cultural aspect).
Lights, food, family
What is the difference between a “festival” and a “public holiday”?
Event vs day off
Give two ways Christmas is celebrated without referring to religion.
Food, music, gifts, holidays
Give one example of a festival bringing people together.
Meals, gatherings, public events
Globalisation has influenced modern festivals.
True
Give one difference between festival celebrations in France and another country.
Food, weather, traditions
Give two adjectives to describe a festive atmosphere.
Joyful, lively, warm
Do you think Christmas today is more cultural or commercial? Explain.
Opinion + justification
Are festivals important in modern society? Why or why not?
Personal opinion
Festivals today are mainly social events. Do you agree?
Opinion + justification
How does culture influence the way festivals are celebrated?
Customs, food, music
Create a sentence using: festival – family – culture.
Correct sentence