On Saturday, millions of people around the world will celebrate Saint Patrick's Day, which honors Patron Saint (or main religious figure) of Ireland. Communities across the United States will host parades, parties, and other festivities to mark the occasion.

This year, cities like Boston, New York, and Chicago have organized massive events celebrating Saint Patrick's Day. In New York City, hundreds of thousands of people will gather to watch the Saint Patrick’s Day parade—the nation’s largest. It is one of the most watched parades in the world. Last year, almost 2 million spectators and more than 150,000 participants filled the streets. The parade, first held in 1776, is also one of the oldest.

Chicago also throws a big celebration. Every year, the Chicago River, which crosses the city, glows green as event organizers dump about 40 pounds of fluorescence, a powerful dye, into the water.

Boston keeps its parade rolling for three hours or more. It is the nation’s second-largest parade. The city will also salute one of its most famous former residents, President John F. Kennedy, by opening the exhibit "A Journey Home: John F. Kennedy and Ireland," at his official library.

Patron Saint lived in Britain in the early fifth century, when it was still part of the Roman Empire. He was captured and sold into slavery in Ireland when he was only 16.He eventually escaped slavery and turned to a life of religious devotion. He trained to become a minister and set out to spread Christianity throughout Ireland. After 30 years as a religious leader, Patrick died on March 17, 1461.Saint Patrick’s Day is always celebrated on March 17.In Ireland, it is an official holiday.

What’s the best title of the passage?

        A.History of Saint Patrick’s Day   B.An Official Holiday in US

        C.The Largest Parade in the World  D.Celebrations across the Country

What do you think is the official color of St. Patrick’s Day?

        A.Green.      B.Red.   C.Black.        D.Yellow.

The last paragraph is mainly about _____.

        A.the cruel slave trade.      B.Saint Patrick’s contribution.

        C.activities during Saint Patrick’s Day  D.Ireland’s Patron Saint

SPECIAL EVENTS THIS WEEKEND

         Captain Good Fellow

 Do your children enjoy interesting stories, funny games, and exciting dances? Captain Good Fellow will be ready to teach all these things to children of all ages at the City Theatre on Saturday morning at 10:00, Free.

                     Walking Tour of the Town

 Forget your worries on Saturday morning. Take a beautiful walk and learn about local history. Meet at the front entrance of City Hall at 9:30. Wear comfortable shoes!

                     Films at the Museum

 Two European films will be shown Saturday afternoon at the Museum Theatre. See Broken Window at 1:30. The workers will be at 3:45. For further information, call 4987898

                      International Picnic

 Are you tired of eating the same food every day? Come to Central Park on Saturday and enjoy food from all over the world. Delicious and not expensive. Noon to 5:00 pm.

                     Take Me out to the Ballgame

 It’s October, and tonight is your last chance to see the Redbirds this year. Get your tickets at the gate. It might be cold;don’t forget sweaters and jackets.

                     Do You Want to Hear “The Zoo”

 “The Zoo”, a popular rock group from Australia, will give their first US concert tomorrow night at 8:00 at Rose Hall, City College

You can probably eat Chinese, Italian, and Arab food____.

       A. at the front entrance of City Hall               B. at the Ballgame

       C. at 5:00 pm                                 D. at Central Park on Saturday

The Redbirds ballgame_____.

       A. is in the afternoon    B. is outside             C. is at the gate         D. might be cold 

“The Zoo” is _____.

       A. a park with lots of animals                          B. US concert

       C. a music group                                    D. going to give the concert at 8:00 am

SPECIAL EVENTS THIS WEEKEND
Captain Good Fellow
Do you enjoy interesting stories ,funny games and exciting dances? Captain Good Fellow will be ready to teach all these things to children of all ages at the City Theatre on Saturday morning at,10:00,free.
Walking Tour of the Town
Forget your worries on Saturday morning.Take a beautiful walk and learn about the local history.Meet at the front entrance of City Hall at 9:30.Wear comfortable shoes!
Films at the Museum
Two European films will be shown Saturday afternoon at the Museum Theatre.See Broken Window at 1:30.The Workers will be at 3:45. For further information,call 4987898.
International Picnic
Are you tired of eating the same food every day? Come to Central Park on Saturday and enjoy food from all over the world.Delicious and inexpensive.From noon to 5:00 P.m.
Take me out to the Ballgame
It’s October,and tonight is the last chance to see the Redbirds his year.Get your tickets at the gate.It might be cold….Don’t forget sweaters and jackets.
Do you want to hear “the Zoo”?
“The Zoo”,the popular rock group from Australia,will give their first U.S.concert tomorrow night at 8 at Rose Hall,City College.
【小题1】You can probably eat Chinese,Italian,and Arabian food at .

A.Central Park on SaturdayB.the ballgame outside
C.5:00 in the afternoonD.the front entrance of City Hall
【小题2】You can see movies at.
A.the Citv CollegeB.the Central Park
C.the City TheatreD.the Museum Theatre
【小题3】If you are going on the Walking Tour,don’t forget·
A.your worriesB.your comfortable shoes
C.your beautiful walkD.your learning about local history
【小题4】“The Zoo ”is.
A.a park with lots of animalsB.the first concert from the U.S.
C.a music group from AustraliaD.a popular rock band from Europe

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