美国节日课件.ppt

Four patriotic holidays Memorial Day – inspired by the Civil War Veterans Day – inspired by World War Ⅰ Independence Day – related to the American Revolution Flag Day – related to the birth of the US What are the reasons why countries have patriotic holiday? These holidays are occasions for telling the nation’s “story” to the next generation and to new immigrants. National memories give a multi-ethnic nation a common culture. Vacationing in the US When do most American families go away on vacation? Most American workers receive an annual vacation of at least two weeks with pay, and it’s traditional to use this time off for travel. Since vacations are usually family affairs, the most popular vacation periods are during the summer and during the 2-week school break surrounding the Christmas and New Year’s holidays. These periods are also the most crowded and generally the most expensive times to travel, so people who can, usually vacation at other times. Visiting theme Parks One important American contribution to vacation fun is the theme park. What is a theme park? Theme parks are modern amusement parks, which were so popular from the 1890s to the 1960s. Like amusement parks, theme parks have carnival games, rides, shows, displays, shops that sell souvenirs and restaurants and food stands. Tend to be much larger and more high-tech than the older amusement parks. Be developed around a theme. Quite educational as well as entertaining Great appeal to people of all ages and are often a family’s primary vacation destination. Many theme parks are combinations of amusement parks and zoos. Disney is not the only American company in the theme park business. Six flags has 14 theme parks and 3 water parks across the US. Planning a vacation When planning a vacation, what do people want most? A change of scene. Folks who live in small towns or rural areas are eager to see big cities. On the other hand, for urban population, the change of scene desired may be greater contact wit