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Before we start, visit my website, speak-Englishpodcast.com, and subscribe to my free mini-course. Okay, let's start. What exactly are we celebrating at Easter?

Each spring, people all over the world, celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

This year, we celebrate Easter on Sunday, April 21st.

Whenever Easter comes, you will see from colorful eggs to Easter bunny cakes. Also, most people have a week off for Easter, so parties are organized to enjoy the

occasion with family and friends. Certainly, Easter is one of the most

celebrated holidays in the United States. And how else do Americans celebrate Easter? Apart from

spending this holiday with friends and family, some people attend special services,

which are held in churches on Easter.

And what's with the eggs and the rabbits?

Why are they a symbol of this holiday?

Eggs and rabbits symbolize the rebirth and return to the fertility of nature in spring.

The eggs are hard-boiled and decorated, or made of plastic, candy, and of course chocolate.

Every year, several Easter activities are held at the White House lawn.

Hundreds of children participate in different activities and organize games.

The White House Easter Egg Roll officially dates back to 1878.

Here's how the game works.

The egg is placed on a flat floor while the children are asked to push it with a spoon.

So cool, right?

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