专题18 圣诞节- 高中英语中国文化和西方文化精品阅读课课件

I am one of a kind. I am frozen. I fall from the sky. What am I? Guessing game A snowflake! Guessing game I am made of snow. I wear a hat and scarf. I have a carrot nose and eyes made out of coal. What am I? A snowman! Guessing game I am tall and green. I am decorated with lights. I have a star on top of me. What am I? A Christmas tree! Christmas, a Christian holiday honoring the birth of Jesus, has evolved into a worldwide religious and secular celebration, incorporating many pre-Christian and pagan traditions into the festivities. Christmas was traditionally a Christian festival celebrating the birth of Jesus. Since the early 20th century, however, it has also been a secular family holiday. Christmas is a Christian holiday that celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ. No one knows the exact date of Christ’s birth, but most Christians observe Christmas on December 25. Christmas is celebrated on December 25th. It is said to be the day Jesus was born. No one knows Jesus’ exact birthday, but since 336 AD people around the world have said His birthday is December 25th. Introduction Introduction Symbols The modern American Santa Claus is not a real person. His character did not become well-defined until the early 1800s when a writer wrote a poem (诗) describing what he thought Santa would look like and an artist painted a picture based on the description. In England, Santa Claus is called Father Christmas. In both countries, Santa is said to enter houses on December 24th (Christmas Eve) by coming down the chimney (烟囱). Then, he fills long socks, called stockings, hung near the chimney with small gifts and treats. When children get up on Christmas morning, they look to see what “Santa Claus” has brought them. Santa Claus Roast Goose Before farm-raised poultry came to be, families who lived off the land had to choose carefully which animals to eat on special occasions because hens provided eggs and cows milk. Food Turkey With the passing of time and with better a