Women’s Day
In Russia Women’s Day is celebrated on the 8th of March.
People prepare for this holiday beforehand. Men buy flowers and small presents. They usually give women sweets or perfume. Sometimes they just send postcards or make telephone calls.
Children draw pictures for their mothers or make handmade presents. They learn poems about mother.
On this day people invite guests and cook tasty dishes. Men and boys congratulate women and girls. People like to go to concerts or watch a concert on TV.
People enjoy this holiday because they have a lot of fun.
Answer the questions 1. When do people celebrate Women’s Day in Russia? 2. How do they prepare for the holiday? 3. How do they celebrate it? 4. How do you prepare for Women’s Day? 5. Do you like this holiday? Why?