Festivals Flashcards
1
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La fête du Travail
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1st May
2
Q
Le nouvel an
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1st Jan
We spend the night with friends
On souhaite “Bonne année”
It is called “La Saint-Sylvestre”
Exchange gifts called “étrennes”
3
Q
La fête des Rois
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1st saturday after New Year
Bakeries sell “Galette dorees” stuffed (fouree) with a filling of almond and butter (amande et beurre)
It is made in the shape of a crown (couronne)
4
Q
La Saint-Valentine
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This is celebrated on 14th February
La fête des amoureux
You gifts, flowers and chocolates to the person you love
5
Q
Mardi Gras
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In February
Le jour de bals masques (masquerade balls) and soirees deguisees
Also called le carnaval
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