Vocabulary 

Instruction: Read the following words and use them in sentences.

• Tradition – A custom or belief passed down through generations.
  Example: Lighting candles during holidays is a family tradition.

• Festival – A special event or celebration.
  Example: The lantern festival is beautiful.

• Celebrate – To do something special for a holiday or event.
  Example: We celebrate New Year with fireworks.

• Parade – A public procession with music and floats.
  Example: The parade had dancers and marching bands.

• Costume – Special clothes worn for a festival or occasion.
  Example: People wore traditional costumes during the event.

• Feast – A large and special meal for a celebration.
  Example: We had a big feast for Christmas.

• Ceremony – A formal act or event, often part of a tradition.
  Example: There was a ceremony to honor the winners.

• Tradition – An activity that families or cultures repeat every year.
  Example: Putting up a Christmas tree is a tradition.

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Vocabulary Activity:
Fill in the blanks:

1.  We always ________ New Year’s Eve with fireworks and dancing. 
2. The ________ had music, dancers, and big floats.
3. Families gather for a special ________ during the holiday.
4. The ________ included speeches and music to honor the guests. 
5. Wearing traditional ________ is a big part of the festival.