NMT Trainer. Test 1

Read the text. For questions 6-10 choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D)

A Travel Guide

Whether you're travelling to the islands or the mountains of Thailand, you're likely to spend at least one night in its capital city on the way. Bangkok might be noisy and polluted but it's also an exciting city with plenty of things to see and do. Why not make it a longer stay?

Where to stay

The Khao San Road was a famous traveller spot even before Leonardo di Caprio's character in the film The Beach stayed there. But it's noisy, not very pretty and not very Thai. For something more authentic, Phra Kanong offers an alternative place to stay, with its fantastic street markets where everyday Bangkok people eat, work and live. It's not as convenient for the main tourist sites, but it has a Skytrain station so you can be at the Grand Palace in 20 minutes.

How to get around

Bangkok's traffic can be a nightmare. Sure, you can easily take a taxi – if you want to spend hours stuck in traffic jams – but there are two much better ways to get around the city. To explore the temples and historical sites, catch an express boat river taxi or a longtail boat along the Chao Phraya river and the canals. For the modern part of the city, the Skytrain is a fast, cheap way to travel from the river to the shopping malls and nightlife of Sukhumvit, and the famous Chatuchak street market.

Where to eat

The simple answer is: everywhere! Thai street food is among the best in the world, and for around $5 you can eat a filling and delicious meal. Some food stands have little plastic seats where you can sit and eat and they cook the same dish over and over, like fried chicken on rice or Pad Thai noodles. Head for Chinatown – Yaowarat Street – and choose whatever looks most interesting from the many excellent Chinese and Thai restaurants and food stands.  

What to do

After you've seen the main sites like the Giant Buddha at the temple of Wat Pho and the spectacular Grand Palace, and shopped at Chatuchak market, check out the snake farm and watch the live snake show. You can even touch a snake yourself if you want to!

What is the alternative place to stay mentioned in the text?

Read the text. For questions 6-10 choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D)

A Travel Guide

Whether you're travelling to the islands or the mountains of Thailand, you're likely to spend at least one night in its capital city on the way. Bangkok might be noisy and polluted but it's also an exciting city with plenty of things to see and do. Why not make it a longer stay?

Where to stay

The Khao San Road was a famous traveller spot even before Leonardo di Caprio's character in the film The Beach stayed there. But it's noisy, not very pretty and not very Thai. For something more authentic, Phra Kanong offers an alternative place to stay, with its fantastic street markets where everyday Bangkok people eat, work and live. It's not as convenient for the main tourist sites, but it has a Skytrain station so you can be at the Grand Palace in 20 minutes.

How to get around

Bangkok's traffic can be a nightmare. Sure, you can easily take a taxi – if you want to spend hours stuck in traffic jams – but there are two much better ways to get around the city. To explore the temples and historical sites, catch an express boat river taxi or a longtail boat along the Chao Phraya river and the canals. For the modern part of the city, the Skytrain is a fast, cheap way to travel from the river to the shopping malls and nightlife of Sukhumvit, and the famous Chatuchak street market.

Where to eat

The simple answer is: everywhere! Thai street food is among the best in the world, and for around $5 you can eat a filling and delicious meal. Some food stands have little plastic seats where you can sit and eat and they cook the same dish over and over, like fried chicken on rice or Pad Thai noodles. Head for Chinatown – Yaowarat Street – and choose whatever looks most interesting from the many excellent Chinese and Thai restaurants and food stands.  

What to do

After you've seen the main sites like the Giant Buddha at the temple of Wat Pho and the spectacular Grand Palace, and shopped at Chatuchak market, check out the snake farm and watch the live snake show. You can even touch a snake yourself if you want to!

Which mode of transportation is recommended for exploring the temples and historical sites?

Read the text. For questions 6-10 choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D)

A Travel Guide

Whether you're travelling to the islands or the mountains of Thailand, you're likely to spend at least one night in its capital city on the way. Bangkok might be noisy and polluted but it's also an exciting city with plenty of things to see and do. Why not make it a longer stay?

Where to stay

The Khao San Road was a famous traveller spot even before Leonardo di Caprio's character in the film The Beach stayed there. But it's noisy, not very pretty and not very Thai. For something more authentic, Phra Kanong offers an alternative place to stay, with its fantastic street markets where everyday Bangkok people eat, work and live. It's not as convenient for the main tourist sites, but it has a Skytrain station so you can be at the Grand Palace in 20 minutes.

How to get around

Bangkok's traffic can be a nightmare. Sure, you can easily take a taxi – if you want to spend hours stuck in traffic jams – but there are two much better ways to get around the city. To explore the temples and historical sites, catch an express boat river taxi or a longtail boat along the Chao Phraya river and the canals. For the modern part of the city, the Skytrain is a fast, cheap way to travel from the river to the shopping malls and nightlife of Sukhumvit, and the famous Chatuchak street market.

Where to eat

The simple answer is: everywhere! Thai street food is among the best in the world, and for around $5 you can eat a filling and delicious meal. Some food stands have little plastic seats where you can sit and eat and they cook the same dish over and over, like fried chicken on rice or Pad Thai noodles. Head for Chinatown – Yaowarat Street – and choose whatever looks most interesting from the many excellent Chinese and Thai restaurants and food stands.  

What to do

After you've seen the main sites like the Giant Buddha at the temple of Wat Pho and the spectacular Grand Palace, and shopped at Chatuchak market, check out the snake farm and watch the live snake show. You can even touch a snake yourself if you want to!

Where can you find the best Thai street food?

Read the text. For questions 6-10 choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D)

A Travel Guide

Whether you're travelling to the islands or the mountains of Thailand, you're likely to spend at least one night in its capital city on the way. Bangkok might be noisy and polluted but it's also an exciting city with plenty of things to see and do. Why not make it a longer stay?

Where to stay

The Khao San Road was a famous traveller spot even before Leonardo di Caprio's character in the film The Beach stayed there. But it's noisy, not very pretty and not very Thai. For something more authentic, Phra Kanong offers an alternative place to stay, with its fantastic street markets where everyday Bangkok people eat, work and live. It's not as convenient for the main tourist sites, but it has a Skytrain station so you can be at the Grand Palace in 20 minutes.

How to get around

Bangkok's traffic can be a nightmare. Sure, you can easily take a taxi – if you want to spend hours stuck in traffic jams – but there are two much better ways to get around the city. To explore the temples and historical sites, catch an express boat river taxi or a longtail boat along the Chao Phraya river and the canals. For the modern part of the city, the Skytrain is a fast, cheap way to travel from the river to the shopping malls and nightlife of Sukhumvit, and the famous Chatuchak street market.

Where to eat

The simple answer is: everywhere! Thai street food is among the best in the world, and for around $5 you can eat a filling and delicious meal. Some food stands have little plastic seats where you can sit and eat and they cook the same dish over and over, like fried chicken on rice or Pad Thai noodles. Head for Chinatown – Yaowarat Street – and choose whatever looks most interesting from the many excellent Chinese and Thai restaurants and food stands.  

What to do

After you've seen the main sites like the Giant Buddha at the temple of Wat Pho and the spectacular Grand Palace, and shopped at Chatuchak market, check out the snake farm and watch the live snake show. You can even touch a snake yourself if you want to!

What is one of the main sites mentioned in the text?

Read the text. For questions 6-10 choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D)

A Travel Guide

Whether you're travelling to the islands or the mountains of Thailand, you're likely to spend at least one night in its capital city on the way. Bangkok might be noisy and polluted but it's also an exciting city with plenty of things to see and do. Why not make it a longer stay?

Where to stay

The Khao San Road was a famous traveller spot even before Leonardo di Caprio's character in the film The Beach stayed there. But it's noisy, not very pretty and not very Thai. For something more authentic, Phra Kanong offers an alternative place to stay, with its fantastic street markets where everyday Bangkok people eat, work and live. It's not as convenient for the main tourist sites, but it has a Skytrain station so you can be at the Grand Palace in 20 minutes.

How to get around

Bangkok's traffic can be a nightmare. Sure, you can easily take a taxi – if you want to spend hours stuck in traffic jams – but there are two much better ways to get around the city. To explore the temples and historical sites, catch an express boat river taxi or a longtail boat along the Chao Phraya river and the canals. For the modern part of the city, the Skytrain is a fast, cheap way to travel from the river to the shopping malls and nightlife of Sukhumvit, and the famous Chatuchak street market.

Where to eat

The simple answer is: everywhere! Thai street food is among the best in the world, and for around $5 you can eat a filling and delicious meal. Some food stands have little plastic seats where you can sit and eat and they cook the same dish over and over, like fried chicken on rice or Pad Thai noodles. Head for Chinatown – Yaowarat Street – and choose whatever looks most interesting from the many excellent Chinese and Thai restaurants and food stands.  

What to do

After you've seen the main sites like the Giant Buddha at the temple of Wat Pho and the spectacular Grand Palace, and shopped at Chatuchak market, check out the snake farm and watch the live snake show. You can even touch a snake yourself if you want to!

What is NOT mentioned in the text about Bangkok?

Read the text below. Match choices (A-H) to (11-16). There are two choices you do not need to use. 

THE PRADO, MADRID, SPAIN

The building that today houses the Museo Nacional del Prado was designed by architect Juan de Villanueva in 1785. It was constructed to house the Natural History Cabinet, by orders of King Charles III. However, the building’s final purpose – as the new Royal Museum of Paintings and Sculptures – was the decision of the monarch’s grandson, King Ferdinand VII, encouraged by his wife Queen Maria Isabel de Braganza. The Prado, opened to the public in 1819, and today, it is one of the most popular places in the art world, with 3 million annual visitors and an online presence that exceeds 10 million visitors.

Which museum _____?

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LE LOUVRE, PARIS, FRANCE

A visit to the Louvre and its collections lets visitors discover Western art from the Middle Ages to 1848, as well as a large number of ancient civilizations. Yet it also offers another history to explore. The grand palace that houses the museum, which dates back to the late twelfth century, is a true lesson in architecture: from 1200 to 2011, the most innovative architects have in turn built and developed the Louvre. Long the seat of power, this royal residence was also home to French heads of state until 1870 and is one of the major backdrops to the history of Paris and of France.

Which museum _____?

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THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART, NEW YORK, USA

The Metropolitan Museum of Art of New York City, colloquially “the Met”, is the largest art museum in the United States. Presenting over 5,000 years of art from around the world for everyone to experience and enjoy, the museum lives in two iconic sites in New York City: The Met Fifth Avenue and The Met Cloisters. Since its founding in 1870, The Met has always aspired to be more than a treasury of rare and beautiful objects. Every day, art comes alive in the museum’s galleries and through its exhibitions and events, revealing new ideas and unexpected connections across time and across cultures.

Which museum _____?

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THE SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION, WASHINGTON DC, USA

The Smithsonian Institution is the world’s largest museum, education, and research complex, with 19 museums and the National Zoo. The Institution was founded in 1846 with funds from the Englishman James Smithson (1765–1829) according to his wishes “under the name of the Smithsonian Institution, an establishment for the increase and diffusion of knowledge.” There’s so much to see that, if you spent one minute day and night looking at each object on exhibit, in ten years you would see only 10% of the whole site. Therefore, it’s wise to focus on only one or two exhibits at two or three different museums.

Which museum _____?

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THE VATICAN MUSEUMS, VATICAN CITY, ITALY

While Vatican City is home to the Roman Catholic Church’s governing body and its head, the pope, this small sovereign city-state within Rome offers a wealth of cultural attractions open to visitors of any faith. No visit to the Vatican City would be complete without visiting the world-famous Vatican Museums. They display works from the immense collection amassed by the Catholic Church and the papacy throughout the centuries including several of the most renowned Roman sculptures and most important masterpieces of Renaissance art in the world.

Which museum _____?

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THE MUSEUM OF MODERN ART (MOMA), NEW YORK, USA

Founded in 1929 as an educational institution, The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) is dedicated to being the world’s foremost museum of modern art. The museum manifests this commitment by establishing, preserving, and documenting a collection of the highest order that reflects the vitality, complexity and unfolding patterns of contemporary art. From an initial gift of eight prints and one drawing, MoMA’s collection has grown to include 150,000 paintings, sculptures, and design objects, as well as some 22,000 films, videos, media works, film stills, scripts, and historical documents.

Which museum _____?

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The Taj Mahal

The Taj Mahal is a famous mausoleum next to the river Yamuna in the Indian city of Agra. A mausoleum is a building (17). The name Taj Mahal means 'the crown of palaces'.

The most famous part of the Taj Mahal is the large white dome in the centre. It is 35 metres high and (18). The rooms inside the building are decorated with beautiful archways and precious stones in the walls. The buildings are surrounded by gardens with pathways, pools, fountains and green gardens.

The construction of the Taj Mahal began in 1632 and finished in 1653. It was built (19), but the main material is white marble. Historians believe (20) by over 1,000 elephants for the construction.

The emperor Shah Jahan built the Taj Mahal as a burial place for his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. According to legend, he wanted to build another Taj Mahal in black on the other side of the river, (21). During the Indian Rebellion of 1857, many parts of the Taj Mahal were damaged by British soldiers, (22) from its walls. Over the years, the Taj Mahal has suffered from environmental damage, and there have been many government attempts to conserve its beauty.

Read the text below. Choose from (A-H) the one which best fits each space (17-22). There are two choices you don't need to use.

The Taj Mahal

The Taj Mahal is a famous mausoleum next to the river Yamuna in the Indian city of Agra. A mausoleum is a building (17). The name Taj Mahal means 'the crown of palaces'.

The most famous part of the Taj Mahal is the large white dome in the centre. It is 35 metres high and (18). The rooms inside the building are decorated with beautiful archways and precious stones in the walls. The buildings are surrounded by gardens with pathways, pools, fountains and green gardens.

The construction of the Taj Mahal began in 1632 and finished in 1653. It was built (19), but the main material is white marble. Historians believe (20) by over 1,000 elephants for the construction.

The emperor Shah Jahan built the Taj Mahal as a burial place for his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. According to legend, he wanted to build another Taj Mahal in black on the other side of the river, (21). During the Indian Rebellion of 1857, many parts of the Taj Mahal were damaged by British soldiers, (22) from its walls. Over the years, the Taj Mahal has suffered from environmental damage, and there have been many government attempts to conserve its beauty.

Read the text below. Choose from (A-H) the one which best fits each space (17-22). There are two choices you don't need to use.

The Taj Mahal

The Taj Mahal is a famous mausoleum next to the river Yamuna in the Indian city of Agra. A mausoleum is a building (17). The name Taj Mahal means 'the crown of palaces'.

The most famous part of the Taj Mahal is the large white dome in the centre. It is 35 metres high and (18). The rooms inside the building are decorated with beautiful archways and precious stones in the walls. The buildings are surrounded by gardens with pathways, pools, fountains and green gardens.

The construction of the Taj Mahal began in 1632 and finished in 1653. It was built (19), but the main material is white marble. Historians believe (20) by over 1,000 elephants for the construction.

The emperor Shah Jahan built the Taj Mahal as a burial place for his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. According to legend, he wanted to build another Taj Mahal in black on the other side of the river, (21). During the Indian Rebellion of 1857, many parts of the Taj Mahal were damaged by British soldiers, (22) from its walls. Over the years, the Taj Mahal has suffered from environmental damage, and there have been many government attempts to conserve its beauty.

Read the text below. Choose from (A-H) the one which best fits each space (17-22). There are two choices you don't need to use.

The Taj Mahal

The Taj Mahal is a famous mausoleum next to the river Yamuna in the Indian city of Agra. A mausoleum is a building (17). The name Taj Mahal means 'the crown of palaces'.

The most famous part of the Taj Mahal is the large white dome in the centre. It is 35 metres high and (18). The rooms inside the building are decorated with beautiful archways and precious stones in the walls. The buildings are surrounded by gardens with pathways, pools, fountains and green gardens.

The construction of the Taj Mahal began in 1632 and finished in 1653. It was built (19), but the main material is white marble. Historians believe (20) by over 1,000 elephants for the construction.

The emperor Shah Jahan built the Taj Mahal as a burial place for his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. According to legend, he wanted to build another Taj Mahal in black on the other side of the river, (21). During the Indian Rebellion of 1857, many parts of the Taj Mahal were damaged by British soldiers, (22) from its walls. Over the years, the Taj Mahal has suffered from environmental damage, and there have been many government attempts to conserve its beauty.

Read the text below. Choose from (A-H) the one which best fits each space (17-22). There are two choices you don't need to use.

The Taj Mahal

The Taj Mahal is a famous mausoleum next to the river Yamuna in the Indian city of Agra. A mausoleum is a building (17). The name Taj Mahal means 'the crown of palaces'.

The most famous part of the Taj Mahal is the large white dome in the centre. It is 35 metres high and (18). The rooms inside the building are decorated with beautiful archways and precious stones in the walls. The buildings are surrounded by gardens with pathways, pools, fountains and green gardens.

The construction of the Taj Mahal began in 1632 and finished in 1653. It was built (19), but the main material is white marble. Historians believe (20) by over 1,000 elephants for the construction.

The emperor Shah Jahan built the Taj Mahal as a burial place for his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. According to legend, he wanted to build another Taj Mahal in black on the other side of the river, (21). During the Indian Rebellion of 1857, many parts of the Taj Mahal were damaged by British soldiers, (22) from its walls. Over the years, the Taj Mahal has suffered from environmental damage, and there have been many government attempts to conserve its beauty.

Read the text below. Choose from (A-H) the one which best fits each space (17-22). There are two choices you don't need to use.

The Taj Mahal

The Taj Mahal is a famous mausoleum next to the river Yamuna in the Indian city of Agra. A mausoleum is a building (17). The name Taj Mahal means 'the crown of palaces'.

The most famous part of the Taj Mahal is the large white dome in the centre. It is 35 metres high and (18). The rooms inside the building are decorated with beautiful archways and precious stones in the walls. The buildings are surrounded by gardens with pathways, pools, fountains and green gardens.

The construction of the Taj Mahal began in 1632 and finished in 1653. It was built (19), but the main material is white marble. Historians believe (20) by over 1,000 elephants for the construction.

The emperor Shah Jahan built the Taj Mahal as a burial place for his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. According to legend, he wanted to build another Taj Mahal in black on the other side of the river, (21). During the Indian Rebellion of 1857, many parts of the Taj Mahal were damaged by British soldiers, (22) from its walls. Over the years, the Taj Mahal has suffered from environmental damage, and there have been many government attempts to conserve its beauty.

Read the text below. For questions (23-32) choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D)

Exam Preparation Tips

Preparing for an exam can be stressful, but with the right approach, you can feel more confident and perform better. Here are some tips to help you prepare:

1. Understand the format: Look at past papers and practice questions to get an idea of what to (23).

2. Create a study schedule: Plan your study time in advance and break down the material into smaller chunks. (24) regularly to reinforce your learning.

3. Use different resources: (25) other resources like online articles or videos to gain deeper understanding of the topic.

4. Practice active learning: Engage with the material by summarizing key points, explaining concepts to yourself or someone (26), and creating flashcards or mind maps.

5. Take care of yourself: Get enough sleep, eat well, and exercise regularly.

Remember to strike a balance and not overstudy. Trust in your (27) to do well. Good luck!

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Exam Preparation Tips

Preparing for an exam can be stressful, but with the right approach, you can feel more confident and perform better. Here are some tips to help you prepare:

1. Understand the format: Look at past papers and practice questions to get an idea of what to (23).

2. Create a study schedule: Plan your study time in advance and break down the material into smaller chunks. (24) regularly to reinforce your learning.

3. Use different resources: (25) other resources like online articles or videos to gain deeper understanding of the topic.

4. Practice active learning: Engage with the material by summarizing key points, explaining concepts to yourself or someone (26), and creating flashcards or mind maps.

5. Take care of yourself: Get enough sleep, eat well, and exercise regularly.

Remember to strike a balance and not overstudy. Trust in your (27) to do well. Good luck!

Read the text below. For questions (23-32) choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D)

Exam Preparation Tips

Preparing for an exam can be stressful, but with the right approach, you can feel more confident and perform better. Here are some tips to help you prepare:

1. Understand the format: Look at past papers and practice questions to get an idea of what to (23).

2. Create a study schedule: Plan your study time in advance and break down the material into smaller chunks. (24) regularly to reinforce your learning.

3. Use different resources: (25) other resources like online articles or videos to gain deeper understanding of the topic.

4. Practice active learning: Engage with the material by summarizing key points, explaining concepts to yourself or someone (26), and creating flashcards or mind maps.

5. Take care of yourself: Get enough sleep, eat well, and exercise regularly.

Remember to strike a balance and not overstudy. Trust in your (27) to do well. Good luck!

Read the text below. For questions (23-32) choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D)

Exam Preparation Tips

Preparing for an exam can be stressful, but with the right approach, you can feel more confident and perform better. Here are some tips to help you prepare:

1. Understand the format: Look at past papers and practice questions to get an idea of what to (23).

2. Create a study schedule: Plan your study time in advance and break down the material into smaller chunks. (24) regularly to reinforce your learning.

3. Use different resources: (25) other resources like online articles or videos to gain deeper understanding of the topic.

4. Practice active learning: Engage with the material by summarizing key points, explaining concepts to yourself or someone (26), and creating flashcards or mind maps.

5. Take care of yourself: Get enough sleep, eat well, and exercise regularly.

Remember to strike a balance and not overstudy. Trust in your (27) to do well. Good luck!

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Exam Preparation Tips

Preparing for an exam can be stressful, but with the right approach, you can feel more confident and perform better. Here are some tips to help you prepare:

1. Understand the format: Look at past papers and practice questions to get an idea of what to (23).

2. Create a study schedule: Plan your study time in advance and break down the material into smaller chunks. (24) regularly to reinforce your learning.

3. Use different resources: (25) other resources like online articles or videos to gain deeper understanding of the topic.

4. Practice active learning: Engage with the material by summarizing key points, explaining concepts to yourself or someone (26), and creating flashcards or mind maps.

5. Take care of yourself: Get enough sleep, eat well, and exercise regularly.

Remember to strike a balance and not overstudy. Trust in your (27) to do well. Good luck!

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Pancake Day

In some countries, like the UK, Ireland, Australia and Canada, there's a special day for (28) pancakes – thin, flat, round cakes made from a mixture of flour, milk and egg, fried on both sides.

Pancake Day (29) on Shrove Tuesday, which is the day before the start of Lent. Lent is a time in the Christian calendar, the 40 days before Easter, when people don't eat rich, fatty foods. In the past, people wanted to use all of (30) rich, fatty foods, like butter and eggs, before Lent started. So they put them in pancakes!

Shrove Tuesday is always on a Tuesday in February or March. The date changes each year, because it depends (31) the cycle of the moon. In France, the USA and some other countries, this day is called Mardi Gras or 'Fat Tuesday'. In (32), like Spain, Italy or Brazil, Shrove Tuesday is the day at the end of Carnival. 

In the UK, as well as eating pancakes on Shrove Tuesday, some people have a race with them! They run with a pancake in a pan, and when they are running they have to toss the pancake – they throw the pancake up in the air and catch it in the pan. In some pancake races, people dress up in fancy-dress costumes. 

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Pancake Day

IIn some countries, like the UK, Ireland, Australia and Canada, there's a special day for (28) pancakes – thin, flat, round cakes made from a mixture of flour, milk and egg, fried on both sides.

Pancake Day (29) on Shrove Tuesday, which is the day before the start of Lent. Lent is a time in the Christian calendar, the 40 days before Easter, when people don't eat rich, fatty foods. In the past, people wanted to use all of (30) rich, fatty foods, like butter and eggs, before Lent started. So they put them in pancakes!

Shrove Tuesday is always on a Tuesday in February or March. The date changes each year, because it depends (31) the cycle of the moon. In France, the USA and some other countries, this day is called Mardi Gras or 'Fat Tuesday'. In (32), like Spain, Italy or Brazil, Shrove Tuesday is the day at the end of Carnival. 

In the UK, as well as eating pancakes on Shrove Tuesday, some people have a race with them! They run with a pancake in a pan, and when they are running they have to toss the pancake – they throw the pancake up in the air and catch it in the pan. In some pancake races, people dress up in fancy-dress costumes. 

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Pancake Day

In some countries, like the UK, Ireland, Australia and Canada, there's a special day for (28) pancakes – thin, flat, round cakes made from a mixture of flour, milk and egg, fried on both sides.

Pancake Day (29) on Shrove Tuesday, which is the day before the start of Lent. Lent is a time in the Christian calendar, the 40 days before Easter, when people don't eat rich, fatty foods. In the past, people wanted to use all of (30) rich, fatty foods, like butter and eggs, before Lent started. So they put them in pancakes!

Shrove Tuesday is always on a Tuesday in February or March. The date changes each year, because it depends (31) the cycle of the moon. In France, the USA and some other countries, this day is called Mardi Gras or 'Fat Tuesday'. In (32), like Spain, Italy or Brazil, Shrove Tuesday is the day at the end of Carnival. 

In the UK, as well as eating pancakes on Shrove Tuesday, some people have a race with them! They run with a pancake in a pan, and when they are running they have to toss the pancake – they throw the pancake up in the air and catch it in the pan. In some pancake races, people dress up in fancy-dress costumes. 

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Pancake Day

In some countries, like the UK, Ireland, Australia and Canada, there's a special day for (28) pancakes – thin, flat, round cakes made from a mixture of flour, milk and egg, fried on both sides.

Pancake Day (29) on Shrove Tuesday, which is the day before the start of Lent. Lent is a time in the Christian calendar, the 40 days before Easter, when people don't eat rich, fatty foods. In the past, people wanted to use all of (30) rich, fatty foods, like butter and eggs, before Lent started. So they put them in pancakes!

Shrove Tuesday is always on a Tuesday in February or March. The date changes each year, because it depends (31) the cycle of the moon. In France, the USA and some other countries, this day is called Mardi Gras or 'Fat Tuesday'. In (32), like Spain, Italy or Brazil, Shrove Tuesday is the day at the end of Carnival. 

In the UK, as well as eating pancakes on Shrove Tuesday, some people have a race with them! They run with a pancake in a pan, and when they are running they have to toss the pancake – they throw the pancake up in the air and catch it in the pan. In some pancake races, people dress up in fancy-dress costumes. 

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Pancake Day

In some countries, like the UK, Ireland, Australia and Canada, there's a special day for (28) pancakes – thin, flat, round cakes made from a mixture of flour, milk and egg, fried on both sides.

Pancake Day (29) on Shrove Tuesday, which is the day before the start of Lent. Lent is a time in the Christian calendar, the 40 days before Easter, when people don't eat rich, fatty foods. In the past, people wanted to use all of (30) rich, fatty foods, like butter and eggs, before Lent started. So they put them in pancakes!

Shrove Tuesday is always on a Tuesday in February or March. The date changes each year, because it depends (31) the cycle of the moon. In France, the USA and some other countries, this day is called Mardi Gras or 'Fat Tuesday'. In (32), like Spain, Italy or Brazil, Shrove Tuesday is the day at the end of Carnival. 

In the UK, as well as eating pancakes on Shrove Tuesday, some people have a race with them! They run with a pancake in a pan, and when they are running they have to toss the pancake – they throw the pancake up in the air and catch it in the pan. In some pancake races, people dress up in fancy-dress costumes.