English to go – Dezember 2024 by Charlie Weber

English to go – Dezember 2024

Happy New Year!

"… 3, 2, 1 – Happy New Year!” People all around the world celebrate the end of one year and the start of a new one in many different ways. Discover more about New Year's traditions in England, America, and other countries!

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Austria and England

Austria and England

As soon as the New Year begins in Austria, the famous 'Blue Danube Waltz' plays on TV and radio, and many Austrians dance into the New Year, with church bells and fireworks in the background. In London, the sound of bells is important, too. Crowds gather in Trafalgar Square to wait for Big Ben to strike midnight. When the time comes, some people jump into the fountains, while others link arms and sing the song “Auld Lang Syne”. There are also fireworks on TV and at the big celebrations in London and other big cities, but people do not usually set off fireworks in their gardens.

Now, listen to the next part. Then answer the question and continue reading.

Scotland and America

Question: In which American city can you find Times Square?
Answer: In ………

Now you will hear some information about New Year celebrations in Australia and China.
When you have finished listening, click on the worksheet and do the exercises.

Australia and China

Time for a Joke:

What did Dad say at 11:59 on New Year’s Eve?
I promise not to make any bad jokes for the rest of the year.

Go on to the Dezember-Quiz now!

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English to go – Dezember 2024

Austria and England

Scotland and America

Australia and China