Презентация на тему по английскому языку Наш любимый праздник-масленница

holiday like Maslenitsa is celebrated in many cities. On

this holiday people often go out to entertain themselves and play games.Also, a holiday like Maslenitsa lasts seven days. The celebration begins a week before Lent.This week in Russia is called "Cheese Week", as it is allowed to eat butter and dairy products for seven days.

Maslenitsa was divided into narrow one they were -

the first three days and wide one - the last four days. Each day of the Maslenitsa has its own special meaning. On Monday and Tuesday, people had different entertainments: ice skating, songs, dances, ditties, round dances, jumping over a fire .

usually set on Wednesday. Pancakes are the main dish.

Previously, in Russia, pancakes were considered a symbol of the sun. Besides pancakes, there are other different baking on the table.

day of Maslenitsa.There is a tradition all over Russia

each other for forgiveness.That is why this day is called Shrove Sunday.The symbol of the holiday is considered a scarecrow, which is burned at the stake. Burning a scarecrow is a rite that is dedicated to seeing off winter and meeting spring.Maslenitsa is a very funny and interesting holiday, which amuses with its entertainments and traditions

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