The two important religious festivals in England are Christmas and Easter. On December 25th , Christmas Day , families and friends meet and give presents . On Easter Sunday , people give chocolate eggs , chocolates and flowers . Many people also eat eggs for breakfast on Easter day .
Another big festival is Bonfire Night . On November 5th , 1605, a man called Gug Fawkes was caught when he tried to blow up the Houses of Parliament in London . Now , every November 5th , children and adults light bonfires , burn a "guy" made of sticks and old clothes , and light fireworks .
There are special customs for giving presents in England . Only a member of family can give a present of money . A friend can give a record , a book and so on .
When you go to dinner or a party in a friend's home , you can give a small present if you like: some chocolates , some flowers or a bottle of wine . |
