Christmas is a Christian-based holiday that celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ. Most people observe Christmas on December 25. On this day, many go to church, where they take part in special religious services.

During the Christmas season, they also exchange gifts and decorate their homes with holly, mistletoe, Christmas trees, and sending Christmas cards to relatives and friends.

 

Christmas Celebrations

Christmas. People in my city celebrate Christmas wholeheartedly; they are very enthusiastic and excited about Christmas. Everyone loves Christmas! Yes, no, in-between, most do, some don’t?

New Year’s. Are there lots and lots of Christmas decorations at this time of year?

Lunar (Chinese) New Year. How do people traditionally celebrate Christmas?

Valentine’s Day. I was most excited, happy and enthusiastic about Christmas when I was four or five years old. True or false?

Carnival, Mardi Gras. Is Christmas the happiest and most spirited time of the year?

Sociological Aspects

Easter. Everyone feels happy, spirited and festive during Christmas. Is this correct or incorrect? Can some people feel a bit depressed during Christmas?

May Day, Labor Day. Are some people against or opposed to Christmas celebrations?

Mother’s Day. Many people just celebrate the cultural or secular aspects of Christmas, but not the religious or spiritual aspects. Is this good or bad, both or neither?

Halloween. The most important aspect of Christmas is being with family and friends. Christmas is about being together with family and friends. What do you think?

Thanksgiving. I wish it was Christmas year-round. I wish every day was Christmas. Do you agree? Do some of your friends wish it was Christmas year-round?