Презентация, доклад по английскому языку на тему: Рождество

that marks and honors
the birth of Jesus , which is
the basis for the Anno Domini (between 7 and 2 BC, the date of celebration is not thought to be Jesus' actual date of birth, and may have been chosen to coincide with ancient Roman solar festivals that were held on December 25.)

a contraction of "Christ's mass originated as a contraction of "Christ's mass". It is derived from the Middle English Christemasse and Old English Cristes mæsse, a phrase first recorded in 1038, the Greek christos and the Latin missa. In early Greek versions the letter Χ (chi) is the first letter of Christ. Since the mid-16th century Χ, or the similar Roman letter X, has been used as an abbreviation for Christ. Xmas is often used as an abbreviation for Christmas.

gift-giving,










church celebrations.

Christmas Cactus in bloom

                                    
European Holly (Ilex aquifolium) leaves and fruit

European mistletoe                                    

also known as Saint Nicholas also known as Saint Nicholas, Kris Kringle, or simply "Santa", is the figure who, in Western cultures", is the figure who, in Western cultures, is described as bringing gifts", is the figure who, in Western cultures, is described as bringing gifts on Christmas Eve", is the figure who, in Western cultures, is described as bringing gifts on Christmas Eve, December 24", is the figure who, in Western cultures, is described as bringing gifts on Christmas Eve, December 24.The legend may have its basis in hagiographical tales concerning the historical figure of Saint Nicholas.

associated with children.
Nowadays, most Britons use the expressions Father Christmas and Santa ClausNowadays, most Britons use the expressions Father Christmas and Santa Claus as synonyms.

population, but is also celebrated by many non-Christians as a secular, culturalChristmas is celebrated throughout the Christian population, but is also celebrated by many non-Christians as a secular, cultural festival. The holiday is widely celebrated around the world, including in the United States, where it is celebrated by 96% of the population.

decorate this tree at home lightsdecorate this tree at home lights and ornaments

the street door with garlands

with a sack