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is a structure that is used when we want to tell a person what another person has told us before.

2. When do we use reported speech?

When we want to express what someone has told us we have two options: or reported speech.

In direct speech we will say the sentence word by word as we have been told. If we write it, the sentence will go in quotation marks.

If we don't want to say the sentence literally as it was said, we will use the indirect speech, so the sentence will suffer certain changes.

A sentence in reported speech will generally be introduced by a verb in the past. The most common are say and tell.

Say will be followed either directly by the sentence or by the particle that.

Tell will be followed by an object pronoun (me, you, him...) and the sentence, which may be preceded or not by the particle that.

Mary: I will probably sell my flat!

Mary said (that) she would probably sell her flat.

Mary told me (that) she would probably sell her flat.

We use reported speech for three different types of sentences: statements, questions and requests or commands.

When we use reported speech, we take the verb tense of the original sentence as a reference and we move it one tense back. Now we will show a table with the original verb tense and its corresponding verb tense in reported speech.
1 Modals could, should, ought to, would and might don't change when we turn them into reported speech.
4. Reported speech for questions

When we use reported speech to express a question we also move the verb tense of the original sentence one tense back as with the statements, but the sentence no longer has the structure of the question and takes the structure of a statement. The sentence in reported speech will be introduced by the verb ask.

A question can be preceded or not by a question word (who, when...)

The particle if can be replaced by the word whether.

Below there are a few examples in different verb tenses.

5. Reported speech for requests and commands

When we use reported speech to express a request, the verb of the sentence in reported speech will be in infinitive preceded by the particle to, and will be introduced by the verb ask. The verb tell is used for commands. If the sentence is negative, we will place the particle not in front of the to.

There are a few things to keep in mind when using reported speech:

7. Reported speech with reporting verbs

To introduce a sentence in reported speech, not only are the verbs ask, tell and say used, but other verbs can also be used () and the way of building the sentence will vary according to them.

Below we show the different structures with some of the most common reporting verbs:

Some of these reporting verbs such as: decide, deny, suggest, insist, recommend... can also be followed by the particle that and a sentence.

Remember!

is a structure that is used when we want to tell a person what another has told us before.

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SUBJECT + TO BE (present/past/future) + ED/3ª column

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0. Underline the syntactic elements in the sentence

1. Direct Object → Subject

2. Verb tense?

3. Be → in that verb tense.

4. Verb → past participle ( -ed/3rd column of irregular verbs)

5. “By” + Subject (active)

Practice:

a) My cousin does professional photography.

b) A responsible teen is taking care of every child

c) The same family adopted Amanda and Tom when they were young

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Something, anything, nothing, everything, someone, anyone, no-one, everyone, somewhere, anywhere, nowhere. Pre-intermediate English grammar and exercises.

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Change the below-mentioned sentences from Active Voice to Passive Voice

1. The puppy licked the bowl .

2. The insect bit the little girl .

3. The Boss played cricket .

4. Mr. Shyam teaches French .

5. Seema draws the sketch .

6. They revamped the hotel .

7. The student is studying the course .

8. Father baked the cookies on the weekend .

9. Have you completed your assignment ?

10. She has mastered the subject of design .

11. Kitty ate the mouse yesterday .

12. She opened the door .

13. Shalu is washing the utensils .

14. Divya is buying a new phone .

15. Dia is planning the party .

16. Everyone likes sweets .

17. Veena threw the jacket .

18. Ram had taken the books .

19. I did not scold her .

20. The cops caught the thief .

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When it comes to English grammar, verbs have five distinctive characteristics: mood, tense, person, and voice. Voice is one of the most significant aspects of English Grammar. The two grammatical voices are active and passive. In practice, we prefer active voice in sentences.

Before heading to Active and Passive Voice Exercises, let's have a look at their definitions and meanings.

Active Voice

When we use active voice in a sentence, we have a subject acting on the verb. In other words, the subject is speaking actively. This is an example of active voice. Sentences in the active voice are clear and concise.

The dog painted the wall.

Passive Voice

Conversely, a statement is in the passive voice when the verb acts on the subject. The passive voice is frequently constructed using a mixed form of 'to be' plus the verb's past participle. This usually results in the introduction of a preposition. That sounds much more complicated than it is-a passive voice is fairly easy to identify. Passive speech is more delicate and weaker than active voice. You ought to employ a passive voice when you want to emphasize the object.

The wall was painted by the dog.

If we look carefully, we can see that the sentence structure has been inverted; in the active voice, the organization was subject+ verb+ object; in the passive voice, the construct is object+ verb+ subject. Another difference is the change in verb form in the passive voice, which is a form of 'to be + past participle of the verb. Finally, a preposition - 'by' - has to be added.

Active and Passive Exercises can help learners master the concept and better understand the voices. So without any ado, begin solving the exercise;

Active and Passive Voice Exercises - 1

Change the below-mentioned sentences from Active Voice to Passive Voice

Note: Attempt to solve and transform the sentences at your own end before looking at the Answers.

Answers Active and Passive Voice Exercises - 1

Active and Passive Voice Exercises - 2

In the below-mentioned sentences, identify whether the sentence is in Active Voice or Passive Voice. And also state the reason for the same.

1. Grill was painted by the painter .

2. My siblings gave me a surprise .

3. The snake has been taken to the hospital .

4. Someone has stolen my little purse .

5. Some kids are giggling .

6. This is 100% pure coconut oil .

7. The assignment will be completed by the afternoon .

8. She is buying a new phone .

9. The scooty has been analyzed and scanned .

10. The eclipse was seen for a long period .

Note: Attempt to solve and find the type of sentences at your own end before looking at the Answers.

Answers Active and Passive Voice Exercises - 2

1. Passive Voice, since here object is emphasized, and a preposition - 'by' - has to be added .

2. Active Voice, since it is direct and clear .

3. Passive Voice, since here object is emphasized .

4. Active Voice, since it is direct and straightforward .

5. Active Voice, since it is direct and clear .

6. Active Voice, since it is direct and straightforward .

7. Passive Voice, since here object is emphasized, and a preposition - 'by' - has to be added .

8. Active Voice, since it is direct and clear .

9. Passive Voice, since here object is emphasized .

10. Passive Voice, since here object is emphasized .

Active and Passive Voice Exercises - 3

In the below-mentioned sentences, change the passive voice of the sentences into an active voice.

Note: Attempt to solve and transform the sentences at your own end before looking at the Answers.

Answers Active and Passive Voice Exercises - 3

Active and Passive Voice Exercises - 4

In the below-mentioned sentences, choose the appropriate option.

1. The kid annoyed the dog .

1. The dog was annoyed by the kid .

2. The dog had annoyed by the kid .

2. Rita has mastered her chapters .

3. Her chapters has mastered by Rita .

4. Her chapters have been mastered by Rita .

5. Her chapters had been mastered by Rita .

Have you completed the thesis ?

1. Has the thesis completed by you ?

2. Has the thesis been completed by you ?

3. Had the thesis been completed by you ?

The cops have arrested the burglar .

1. The burglar has been arrested by the cops .

2. The burglar was arrested by the cops .

3. The burglar had been arrested by the cops .

Note: Attempt to find the correct and appropriate sentences at your own end before looking at the Answers.

Answers Active and Passive Voice Exercises - 4

1. He was not kicked by Dina .

2. This trip will never be disremembered by her .

3. A pie was made by Kiku today .

4. The dog was annoyed by the kid .

5. Was her work done by Danny ?

6. The kid was being stared by the Cheetah .

7. A magazine has been published by her .

8. Her chapters have been learned by Rita .

9. Has the thesis been completed by you ?

10. The burglar has been arrested by the cops .

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Greetings, world citizens!

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So far we have seen some of the social problems we face today. However, the reality is that they affect different population sectors unequally. Inequality has become a growing issue that affects a large part of the world's population. But, what does inequality mean to you? Global inequality affects us all, no matter who we are or where we are from, as it can range from disparities in income and wealth, to differences in access to education, healthcare, housing, or essential services. It can also affect people's lives based on sex, age, disability, race, class, ethnicity, or religion.

To reflect on this issue, let's find out about Global Goal #10 on social inequalities

In order to gain better understanding and awareness on social inequalities, you are going to watch this video to learn a little bit more about Global Goal #10 on reduced inequalities. You can learn more about this Global Goal by visiting www.globalgoals.org.

https://youtu.be/H4pI2XcCHbw

After watching the video, discuss the following questions with your classmates:

What is Global Goal 10 about?

Why is it important to reduce inequality among countries?

Can you give an example of inequality shown in the video?

How does inequality affect people's lives?

What are some ways we can help reduce inequality in our communities?

Now that you have learnt about the reality of social inequalities, reflect on the following questions:

- What does "inequality" mean to you personally?

- Which of these forms of inequality have you observed in your own community? How?

- What steps can you take as an individual to promote greater equality and inclusion in your own actions?

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Original by Charles Dickens

Simplified version for easy reading

Background

Charles John Huffam Dickens was born in Landport near Portsmouth, England on 7 February 1812. He wrote "A Christmas Carol" in 1843. With the book Dickens wanted to draw people's attention to the misery of the poor.

Original

→ Link to the original book

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A Christmas Carol - Simplified version for easy reading by Charles Dickens

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En el ámbito de la creación de contenido digital, las herramientas de inteligencia artificial (IA) han revolucionado la manera en que se generan imágenes y vídeos, especialmente en este año, destacándose por su capacidad para ofrecer resultados sorprendentes.

Estas herramientas no solo simplifican procesos complejos sino que también democratizan la producción de contenido audiovisual, permitiendo a cualquier persona con una conexión a internet convertirse en un creador, vamos allá con el listado de herramientas que puedes usar hoy, la mayoría tienen versiones gratuitas:

Herramientas de IA para vídeos:

Runway: Esta plataforma innovadora redefine el arte y el entretenimiento, permitiendo a los usuarios descubrir su potencial creativo a través de su herramienta Gen-2. Runway transforma la forma en que los creadores interactúan con la tecnología, haciendo posible que la creación de contenido sofisticado sea accesible para todos.

Para los creadores de contenido que están constantemente en movimiento, tener herramientas de edición de video al alcance de la mano es esencial. Las aplicaciones móviles de edición de video se han perfeccionado para ofrecer una experiencia de usuario robusta y profesional directamente desde dispositivos móviles, haciendo que la edición sobre la marcha sea tan eficaz como en un estudio tradicional.

Aplicaciones móviles para edición de vídeo:

Mejora de calidad de sonido para vídeos:

Software de edición de vídeo para PC:

Las herramientas descritas en este artículo no solo democratizan el proceso de creación de contenido, permitiendo a usuarios de todos los niveles producir obras visualmente impresionantes, sino que también destacan cómo la accesibilidad a estas tecnologías puede fomentar una nueva era de creatividad y expresión.

Desde potentes plataformas basadas en IA hasta aplicaciones móviles ágiles, las opciones son variadas y están diseñadas para satisfacer las necesidades de creadores en constante movimiento o para aquellos que desean explorar nuevas alturas creativas desde la comodidad de su hogar o estudio.

Ya sea que se trate de hacer ajustes rápidos en un clip durante un viaje en tren o de embarcarse en proyectos más ambiciosos con herramientas de edición de nivel profesional, estas innovaciones aseguran que las barreras para entrar al mundo del cine y la creación de contenido sean cada vez menores.

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The power of inventions: addressing community needs.

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You are about to become an inventor. To do so, you will need to identify the social needs and challenges you would like to address.

By understanding local issues, communities can work together to address them, leading to a better community for everyone.

Can you think of any social problems in your town?

Now, we are going to check your own community needs. Work with a partner, discuss and compare the challenges your town faces. Provide real-life examples of these issues to better understand their impact on your community. Finally, share your findings with the class.

Make sure you understand these concepts: green spaces, healthcare, affordable housing, social services, public transport, recreational facilities, accessibility, disable people, renewable energy, waste management, sustainability.

WRITTEN REFLECTION:

What are the biggest challenges you face in your daily life?

What resources or services do you feel are lacking in our community?

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The Blarney Stone

The word "Blarney" has come to mean nonsense or smooth flattering talk in almost any language. Tradition says that if you pay a visit to Blarney Castle in County Cork and kiss the Blarney Stone, you'll receive the gift of eloquence and powers of persuasion, a true master of the "gift of gab."

The Blarney Stone is a stone set in the wall of the Blarney Castle tower in the Irish village of Blarney.

The castle was built in 1446 by Cormac Laidhiv McCarthy (Lord of Muskerry) -- its walls are 18 feet thick (necessary to stop attacks by Cromwellians and William III's troops). Thousands of tourists a year still visit the castle.

The origins of the Blarney Stone's magical properties aren't clear, but one legend says that an old woman cast a spell on the stone to reward a king who had saved her from drowning. Kissing the stone while under the spell gave the king the ability to speak sweetly and convincingly.

It's difficult to reach the stone -- it's between the main castle wall and the parapet. Kissers have to lie on their back and bend backward (and downward), holding iron bars for support.

The world famous Blarney Stone is situated high up in the battlements of the castle. Follow one of the several long, stone spiral staircases up to the top and enjoy the spectacular views of the lush green Irish countryside, Blarney House and The Village of Blarney.

The stone is believed to be half of the Stone of Scone which originally belonged to Scotland. Scottish Kings were crowned over the stone, because it was believed to have special powers.

The stone was given to Cormac McCarthy by Robert the Bruce in 1314 in return for his support in the Battle of Bannockburn.

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There are many festivals, holidays and events in the UK for you to get involved with. Some of these fall on specific dates whilst others fall at some point in a certain month. Some are bank holidays, but not all. Please visit www.gov.uk/bank-holidays for a list of all UK bank holidays. As well as the events below, there will be lots of local events going on in the town or city which you are staying. Keep an eye on the local news and check local or national websites to see what is happening. Websites such as www.timeout.com/london and www.yorkshire.com (and equivalent for other cities and counties) are great starting points.
25th January - Burns' Night (Scotland)

Burn's night is a celebration of Robbie Burns, a celebrated Scottish poet. In Scotland people have a special dinner on Burns' Night. Men wear kilts and people listen to traditional bagpipe music, they dance, read Burn's poetry and share a meal of haggis (a traditional Scottish dish of sheep heart, liver and lungs) with neeps and tatties (turnips and potatoes). Find out more here.

14 th February - Valentine's Day

Saint Valentine's Day (also known as Valentine's Day) is celebrated in many countries around the world, although like England, it is not a public holiday in most of them. The day was first associated with romantic love in the circle of Geoffrey Chaucer in the High Middle Ages, when the tradition of courtly love flourished. In 18th-century England, it evolved into an occasion in which lovers expressed their love for each other by presenting flowers, offering confectionery, and sending greeting cards (known as "valentines"). Valentine's Day symbols that are used today include the heart-shaped outline, doves, and the figure of the winged Cupid. Since the 19th century, handwritten valentines have given way to mass-produced greeting cards. Find out more about the history of Valentine's day here.

February - Shrove Tuesday or 'Pancake Day'

Shrove Tuesday, more commonly known as Pancake Day, falls the day before Lent begins. Lent is the traditional Christian period of fasting which begins 40 days before Easter and ends on Easter Sunday. Nowadays, not many Christians fast, instead preferring to give something up for Lent such as chocolate. Because fasting meant that lots of food would spoil during this period, traditionally people would use up their eggs, milk and sugar by making pancakes. Nowadays, even if people are not fasting, many people still make and eat pancakes on this day. Some people enjoy sweet topping such as sugar and lemon or Nutella. Other people prefer savoury pancakes. Here's some recipe inspiration.

February - Chinese New Year

Many cities in the UK with a large Asian population celebrate Chinese New Year.

In London there is a parade through Chinatown in the West End with fireworks, music, dance and acrobatics which is the biggest in the world outside Asia. Find out more about the parade here.

February - London Fashion Week

There are two London Fashion Weeks each year - the first London Fashion Week is in February and the second is in September. The September fashion week is the bigger of the two. London Fashion Week events are usually reserved for industry insider only but there are usually other events going on for the general public (such as exhibitions) to coincide with the event. Find our more here.

1 st March - St David's Day

People in Wales and those of Welsh origin celebrate the life of their patron saint, St David, and the Welsh culture on March 1 st each year. Many people pin a daffodil or leek to their clothes, and some, especially children, wear traditional costumes. Find out more here.

March - Mother's Day (Mothering Sunday)

Mother's Day is a day to celebrate your mums and grandmas and everything that they do for you. People give their mother's gifts and cards and treat them to meals out or do all of the housework for the day. Mothers usually receive breakfast in bed! Find out about the origins of Mothering Sunday here.

17 th March - St Patrick's Day

Saint Patrick's Day, or the Feast of Saint Patrick, is a cultural and religious holiday celebrated annually on 17th March, the day that the patron saint of Ireland, Saint Patrick, died. According to legend, Saint Patrick used the three-leaved shamrock to explain the Holy Trinity to Irish pagans. Find out more here.

1st April - April Fools' Day

On April Fools' Day it is acceptable - even encouraged! - to play tricks and practical jokes on people. Even newspapers, TV and radio shows often feature fake stories to try and trick people. You can read more about some of the most famous April Fools hoaxes here. Any practical jokes must be played before midday and if you catch someone out, you must shout 'April Fools'! After noon, 'the joke is on you'.

March to April - Easter

Easter is celebrated in Christian countries to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ (where he is believed to have come back from the dead). We celebrate by going to Church, giving Easter eggs and going on Easter egg hunts. Eggs symbolize new life which is related to Jesus coming back from the dead. There are a few different days which are celebrated by Christian's throughout the Easter period. These include Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter Sunday. You can find out more about each of them here.

Good Friday is a bank holiday in the UK, and even for those who are not religious, a chocolate Easter egg is usually a traditional gift to give friends and family.

23 rd April - St George's Day

St George is the patron Saint of England. There is a legend that he bravely killed a dragon! The Cross of Saint George is red on a white background and is the national flag of England. It is not a national holiday in England (much to the dismay of many English people). You can find out more here.

21st June - Father's Day

Father's Day is a day to celebrate your dads and grandads and everything that they do for you. People give their father's gifts and cards, and treat them to meals out or day trips. You can find out about the origins of father's day here.

June - The Queen's Official Birthday

The Queen's real birthday is on the 21st of April however it has been a tradition since 1748 for the state to celebrate the king or queen's birthday in June. This is because in June there is more likely to be nicer weather, so the Queen can celebrate her birthday with civilians in a more comfortable climate. A military parade known as Trooping the Colour is held in London and is attended by the Royal Family. You can find out more here.

June - Summer solstice

The Summer solstice is the longest day and shortest night of the year. Developed from a pagan tradition, many people gather at the ancient monument of Stonehenge in Wiltshire. People stand inside the monument facing northeast, toward a stone outside the circle called the Heel Stone to watch the sun rise. You can find out more about visiting Stonehenge here.

June/ July - Wimbledon

Wimbledon in South West London is the venue of one of four annual Grand Slam tennis tournaments held around the world. Wimbledon is synonymous with unpredictable weather and strawberries and cream. Whilst few Brits are interested in tennis for the majority of the year, during the Wimbledon season the UK goes Tennis crazy. Find out more here.

July - Eid al-Fitr

Eid al-Fitr marks the end of the month-long fast of Ramadan and is widely celebrated by Muslims in the UK. Muslim families and communities usually have their own celebrations as well as some large scale celebrations in cities such as London and Birmingham. You can find out more about the Eid Festival on Trafalgar Square here.

August - Eisteddfod

The National Eisteddfod is Wales' biggest arts and culture festival. You can listen to Welsh music, watch dance and theatre performances, listen to the Welsh language, sample Welsh food and crafts. Find out more here.

August - Edinburgh Fringe Festival

Edinburgh Festival Fringe is the largest arts festival in the world. It features over 40,000 performances and more than 2,500. Whilst any type of performance may participate (e.g. theatre, music and dance) the festival is most famous for comedy. Find out more here.

August - Notting Hill Carnival

Notting Hill Carnival is held in the streets of Notting Hill in west London over the last Summer bank holiday weekend. It's Europe's biggest street festival and it is completely free. Around 1 million people flock to watch the colourful procession, dance to music from salsa to reggae, and taste Caribbean food from street stalls. Find out more here.

September - London Fashion Week

The second and largest of two London Fashion Weeks each year. Find out more here.

31 st October - Halloween

Halloween, also known as All Hallows' Eve, or All Saints' Eve, is a yearly celebration observed in a number of countries on 31 st October, the eve of the Western Christian feast of All Hallows' Day. It initiates the triduum of Hallowtide, the time in the liturgical year dedicated to remembering the dead, including saints (hallows), martyrs, and all the faithful departed. To find out more about the history and traditions of Halloween in the UK have a look at this article.

Unlike in the USA, it is a relatively calm event. Children will dress up in costumes and go 'trick or treating' around the neighbourhood. Trick or Treating involves knocking on a neighbours door, and saying 'Trick or Treat'. The neighbour then either plays a trick on the child, or gives them a treat (usually sweets). It is very rare for neighbours to play tricks on the children, so the children enjoy the festival because they go home with a bag of sweets!

October/ November - Diwali

Diwali (or Deepavali) is the five day Festival of Lights for Hindu, Sikh and Jain communities. Cities including Manchester, London and Leicester have splendid street parties with displays of lights, lanterns, candles and fireworks as well as music, food and dancing. Find out more about Diwali celebrations in the UK here.

November - Movember

Throughout November you may notice that lots of men are growing moustaches. This is because throughout November, the charity campaign of Movember encourages men to grow a moustache to raise funds in support of men's health. November is affectionately renamed 'Movember' which is a combination of the words 'November' and 'moustache'. Find out more here.

5 th November - Bonfire Night

In Britain, Bonfire Night is associated with the tradition of celebrating Guy Fawkes' failed attempt to blow up the Houses of Parliament on 5th November 1605. It is an annual event dedicated to bonfires, fireworks and celebrations. Different traditions celebrate Bonfire Night on different days. Some of the most popular instances include Great Britain's Guy Fawkes Night, which is also celebrated in some Commonwealth countries. Throughout the UK there are various bonfires and firework displays. Ten of the best are listed in this article.

11th November - Remembrance Day

Every year in the UK on 11 th November we honour members of the armed forces who lost their lives in battle. In the weeks leading up to 11 th November , The Royal British Legion charity sell paper poppy flowers to raise funds for veterans and their families (the poppy is a symbol of Remembrance Day). It is customary to observe a two-minute silence at 11am. Find out more here.

30 th November - St Andrew's Day (Scotland)

St Andrew's day is Scotland's official national day. In 2006, the Scottish Parliament designated St Andrew's Day as an official bank holiday. It is also a national holiday in Romania. In Scotland and many countries with Scottish connections, St Andrew's Day is marked with a celebration of Scottish culture with traditional Scottish food, music and dance. Find out more here.

November /December - Hanukkah

Jewish communities across the UK celebrate Hanukkah (Chanukah), the Festival of Lights. In London a giant menorah is lit up with candles for the Menorah lighting ceremony in Trafalgar Square. It is the largest event of its kind in Europe. Find out more here.

25 th December - Christmas Day

Christmas is an annual commemoration of the birth of Jesus Christ and a widely observed cultural holiday, celebrated generally on 25th December by nearly a billion people around the world. Christmas Day is celebrated as a major festival and public holiday in countries around the world, including many whose populations are mostly non-Christian. In some non-Christian countries, periods of former colonial rule introduced the celebration (e.g. Hong Kong), while in others, Christian minorities or foreign cultural influences have led whole populations to observe the holiday.

Christmas markets have made their way to the UK from European countries such as Belgium and Germany and are now held in many UK cities. There are a popular place to visit with friends and family in the run up to Christmas. Have a look at some of Britain's best Christmas markets here.

26th December - Boxing Day

Boxing Day is the day after Christmas day. It is a bank holiday in the UK. There are a few theories as to why it's called 'Boxing Day' but no one is completely sure. Arguments include:

In Britain 'Christmas Box' is a name for a Christmas present. Boxing Day was a day off for servants and when they received a 'Christmas Box' from the master. 'Boxing day' could have been named after the 'Christmas box' of money or gifts which employers used to give to servants and tradesmen.

A box to collect money for the poor was placed in Churches on Christmas day. The money would be distributed the day after. 'Boxing day' could have been named after this custom.

Today there are no traditional Boxing Day customs. Most people spend the day eating the Christmas leftovers and maybe going for a walk or to visit friends and family. Find out more here.

31 st December - New Years

Like many countries around the world the UK celebrates the New Year, we do this by hosting parties with friends and families to await the countdown to the New Year. In Scotland they call it Hogmanay. We celebrate by having a party with friends and setting fireworks off! In many cities there are free celebrations. Take a look at the 2015 London display here.

Photo of Notting Hill Carnival by Angel Ganev

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