St Andrew's Day in Scotland

Happy Thanksgiving!

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100 Years of Polish Independence 1918-2018

Centenary of Polish Independence

Following the First World War and after spending 123 years divided amongst the three neighbouring powers, Poland regained its sovereignty on 11 November 1918.  
(http://www.culturepolonaise.eu/3,3,820,en,100_years_of_Polish_Independence)

Remember, remember ...

Every November people in Britain go out and celebrate Bonfire Night. What is it? 
Watch the video and find out all about it! link 

Remember, remember
The fifth of November
Gunpowder Treason and Plot
I see of no reason,
Why Gunpowder Treason
Should ever be forgot...

Ancient origins of Halloween

Visit www.history.com/topics/halloween/history-of-halloween and read ‘Ancient origins of Halloween’. 

Answer the questions:

1. Where does Halloween come from?
2. What countries were celtic in the past?
3. What was the Celtic festival on the night of 31 October?
4. What were the Celts afraid of?
5. What did the Druids build?
6. What costumes did they wear?
7. What did they do to protect them from winter?
8. What two other festivals were combined with Samhain?
9. What new celebration was created in 1000 AD?
10. What was the night before called and what did this finally become?

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