Patriotic holidays in Pussia

Patriotic holidays in Russia

made by Nikulushkina Nadezhda

Alexeevna, an English teacher

In Russia there are Patriotic holidays. They are celebrated annually. What are they?

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Victory Day

Victory Day is one of the most significant holidays in our country. On this day, we remember those who gave their lives for our Motherland during the Great Patriotic War.

Cities, towns, villages are decorated with flags and flowers. Radio and television broadcast popular war films, songs. A great military parade takes place in Moscow. People see tanks, military machines crossing Red Square. A lot of guests from different countries of the world come to Moscow to participate in the celebrations.

On Victory Day students of schools congratulate veterans. Also they lay flowers at memorials and monuments.

People light fireworks in the evening.

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Day of Russia

Day of Russia is a national holiday that unites all people of our country. It is celebrated on the 12 th of June.

Cities, towns, villages are decorated with flags and flowers. Concerts, festivals, competitions are held all over the country. Many Russians traditionally go to the countryside, have picnics with families and friends, relax at their dachas.

On Red Square in Moscow famous Russian singers usually give a concert.

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Defender of the Fatherland Day

Defender of the Fatherland Day is a great patriotic holiday in Russia.

On the 23d of February in 1918 the Red Army was formed. In other words, this day was celebrated as the birthday of the Red Army.

On this day we greet all men and wish them health and happiness. Traditionally, gifts and flowers are given on this day.

At schools there are parties. Students gathered together to congratulate boys.

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The Day of National Unity

A new holiday was introduced in 2005. It is celebrated on the 4 th of November. It is connected with Russian history and is thought to unite peoples of Russia. It marks the end of the Time of Troubles (Смутное время).

Festivals and concerts are held on this day.

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Constitution Day

• The Constitution of the Russian Federation was adopted on the 12 th  of December, 1993.
• The new Constitution came into force on the 25 th  of December, 1993, when it was officially published. The adoption of the 1993 Constitution marked the beginning of a new era in the history of the Russian Federation.
• The Constitution forms the country’s legal foundation, proclaims the President of the Russian Federation the head of state and lays upon him the responsibility for defending the Constitution, human rights and civil liberties, safeguarding Russia’s sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity.

Here are some information from the Constitution

• Everyone have the right to life.
• Basic general education must be compulsory. Parents or guardians must ensure that children receive a basic general education.
• All persons shall be equal before the law and the court.
• Everyone shall have the right to rest.
• Everyone shall have the right to health protection and medical care.

Answer the questions:

1. What patriotic holidays are celebrated in Russia?

2. What is there on Red Square on Victory Day?

3. What traditions are associated with Day of Russia?

4. What festivals are held on the Day of National Unity?

5. When was the last Constitution adopted?

6. What are some information from the Constitution?

Test

1. How many the most important patriotic holidays are celebrated in Russia?

a) 3 b) 5 c) 7

2. When is Defender of the Fatherland Day celebrated?

a) May 9th

b) June 12th

c) February 23d

3. What do many Russians traditionally have on Day of Russia?

a) They attend concerts and festivals

b) They lay flowers at the memorials

c) They have picnics with families and friends, and relax at their dachas.

4. When was the Day of National Unity introduced?

a) In 2000

b) In 2005

c) In 2010

5. When was the last Constitution of the Russian Federation adopted?

a) In 1993

b) In 1995

c) In 1999

• Answers: 1-b, 2-c, 3 - a, 4 - b, 5 - a.