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GW. Find which paragraphs the sentences are from (see page 55).

1. This day is very enjoyable and unforgettable for children.
2. Our people value this day and welcomed H.Aliyev’s return to power.
3. Americans have great fireworks and long picnics on this holiday.
4. Children act out performances, sing and dance on this day.
5. His name entered our History as the name of Great Rescuer.
6. This is the Day of National Salvation in the History of Independent Azerbaijan.
7. People celebrate this day on the first of June.
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GW. Complete both the grid and KWL chart writing about different holidays/special days.

31 October - Halloween | December 25 - Christmas | ••• - Thanksgiving Day | July 4 - Independence Day in the USA
••• - Martyrs'Day | May 28 The Republic Day of Azerbaijan | ••• - Children's Day | February 26 •••
April 1 ••• | March 8 ••• | November 9 ••• | ••• The National Salvation Day in Azerbaijan

Dates/Holidays | K | W | L
. Novruz holiday | . | . | .
. Children’s Day | . | . | .
. Martyrs’ Day | . | . | .

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GW. Match the words with their definitions. Use them in your own sentences.

1. unforgettable
2. different
3. valuable
4. friendly
5. enjoyable
6. prosperous
7. ideal
8. national
a. perfect, satisfying
b. flourishing, fortunate
c. pleasant, giving delight or pleasure
d. various, not the same
e. beneficial, expensive, dear
f. very memorable
g. public
h. sociable, outgoing